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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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visible | adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view | |
delta | n: a triangular area of low and flat land that is formed when a river flows into a larger body of water and deposits sediment; an object shaped like an equilateral triangle | |
intact | adj: undamaged and complete | |
wetland | adj: land that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, such as swamps, marshes, and bogs | |
landlocked | adj: referring to a country or region that is surrounded by land with no direct access to the sea or ocean | |
jewel | n: a precious stone that is cut and polished for use in jewelry | |
diamond | n: a precious stone made from pure carbon, typically transparent and colorless but possibly tinted in various colors; a shape or arrangement resembling the geometric form of a diamond | |
celebrated | adj: renowned for possessing admirable attributes | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
heritage | n: the culture and traditions that are passed down from previous generations | |
tributary | n: a stream or river that flows into a larger one | |
disappear | v: to cease to exist or be visible | |
highland | adj: an area of elevated land or hilly terrain | |
develop | v: to grow or expand; to improve or refine through a process of progress and refinement, often to achieve greater sophistication or complexity; to elaborate or add detail to something that is in the process of being created | |
basin | n: a natural depression or valley that is circular or oval on the surface of the earth, especially one that has water in it; a container with a bowl form that is typically used to hold food or liquids | |
span | n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers | |
vast | adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity | |
watershed | n: an area of land that separates rivers that flow to different seas or drainage basins | |
terra | n: a Latin word meaning earth or land, often used in scientific or technical contexts to refer to the planet itself or the soil or ground of a particular area | |
housekeeping | n: the management and upkeep of a household, hotel, or other living or working space, including cleaning, maintenance, organization, and other related tasks | |
patchwork | n: a fabric made by stitching together small pieces of different colored and patterned fabrics; a mixture or grouping of diverse elements or components | |
mosaic | n: a pattern or image made of small regular or irregular pieces of colored stone, glass, or ceramic, or the activity or method of making these | |
floodplain | n: an area of flat land adjacent to a river or stream that is subject to periodic flooding | |
lagoon | n: a shallow stretch of water separated from a larger body of water by sandbanks or coral reefs; a small saltwater lake near a sea or an ocean | |
rhinoceros | n: (also rhino) a large, thick-skinned mammal with one or two horns on the nose, typically found in Africa and Asia. | |
airlift | n: the transportation of people or goods by aircraft often used to refer to a major operation to move large numbers of people or supplies to or from an area in need, particularly in times of disaster or conflict | |
sanctuary | n: a place of refuge or safety, especially for victims of persecution or abuse | |
leopard | n: a large wild cat that has yellow-brown fur with black spots and lives in Africa and southern Asia | |
hyena | n: a carnivorous mammal with a distinctive laugh-like vocalization, known for scavenging and hunting in packs | |
cheetah | n: a large, slender, and fast-running African cat with a yellowish-brown coat and black spots | |
ancient | adj: relating to the long ago, particularly the historical period preceding the fall of the Western Roman Empire; very old | |
baobab | n: a type of African tree with a large, bulbous trunk and sparse branches that often looks upside-down; also known as the “tree of life” due to its ability to store water during droughts | |
cathedral | n: the main Christian church of a bishop’s diocese, which is often the largest and most important church in the area | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
reconnect | v: to connect again after a break or interruption | |
biology | n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things | |
bound | v: to move forward by leaps and bounds; to form the boundary of something | |
constant | adj: happening repeatedly or all the time | |
atom | n: the smallest unit of ordinary matter that forms a chemical element, composed of a nucleus and one or more electrons bound to the nucleus | |
individual | n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group | |
cosmos | n: another name for the universe, mainly used when it is thought of as an ordered system | |
rely | v: to require a specific thing or the assistance and support of someone or something to continue, run properly, or succeed. | |
indirectly | adv: not going straight to the point; implying or suggesting something | |
declare | v: to say, state, or announce something clearly, officially, or publicly | |
wildlife | n: animals, birds, insects, etc. that grow independently of people and live in natural conditions | |
mass | n: a large amount of a substance with no definite shape or form; a large number of people or things grouped or crowded together | |
drown | v: to die or cause to die by being unable to breathe underwater | |
wildebeest | n: (also “gnu”) a large African antelope with a broad muzzle and curved horns, known for its annual migration | |
wit | n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way | |
definitely | adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly | |
extinction | n: the complete disappearance of a species from the earth | |
sustainable | adj: able to continue or be continued for a long time | |
coexist | v: to live or exist together at the same time in the same place | |
pole | n: one of two antipodal points where the Earth’s axis of rotation intersects the Earth’s surface; a long, slender, rounded rod, typically of wood or metal, used as a support or to hang something | |
conduct | v: to organize and carry out a particular activity | |
survey | n: an investigation of the opinions, behavior, etc. of a particular group of people, made by asking people questions | |
transect | v: to cut or divide something by means of a transverse line, typically for surveying or scientific study | |
benchmark | n: a standard or reference point used for comparison or evaluation; a point of reference for measuring progress or performance | |
pristine | adj: new and completely free from dirt or contamination | |
upstream | adj: in the direction against a stream’s current; (adverb) toward the source or beginning of a stream, river, or process | |
bushman | n: a person who lives in a rural or remote area, often with a deep knowledge of local natural resources and survival skills; a hunter-gatherer lifestyle or an indigenous person of southern Africa | |
presence | n: the fact or state that someone or something exists, occurs, or is present | |
pilgrim | n: a person who journeys, especially a long distance, to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion | |
dugout | n: a partially enclosed area or shelter often dug into the ground or located at ground level behind the benches, used for players or coaches in sports such as baseball, cricket, or field hockey | |
canoe | n: a narrow, light boat with pointy ends and no keel that is propelled by a paddle | |
millennium | n: a span of 1000 years, or the 1000th anniversary (plural: millennia) | |
modern | adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times | |
intelligence | n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons | |
bow | v: to bend your knee or body, or lower your head; (noun) a weapon made of a curved piece of wood or other flexible material, strung with a cord and used to shoot arrows | |
arrow | n: a thin, pointed projectile designed to be shot from a bow; a symbol or pointer that is shaped like an arrow | |
medicinal | adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease | |
poison | n: a substance that can cause illness, injury, or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin; something harmful, malicious, or toxic; the act of damaging or ruining a relationship; (verb) to introduce a substance into something or someone harmful and potentially deadly | |
domesticate | v: to take control of animals or plants to provide food, power, or company | |
destruction | n: the act of causing so much damage to something | |
illegal | adj: not allowed by law | |
decimate | v: to destroy a significant portion of something or reduce by ten percent; to cause extensive destruction or severe damage; to drastically reduce in size or number | |
urgently | adv: in a way that requires immediate action or attention, especially before anything else, because of being very important | |
launch | v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time | |
ambitious | adj: having a great desire to attain achievement, power, or wealth | |
pioneer | n: inventor; explorer; someone who is among the first to achieve something | |
minefield | n: an area or situation that contains a hidden danger or risk, particularly a literal minefield of explosives or a figurative minefield of potential problems or missteps | |
undocumented | adj: not supported by written evidence or having the necessary written permission | |
otherworldly | adj: supernatural, other than worldly; not of this world | |
untouched | adj: not touched or disturbed by anyone or anything; not having been altered, changed, or affected in any way | |
paddle | n: a flat, usually wooden implement with a handle used for stirring, mixing, or beating a liquid or substance | |
intensive | adj: involving a lot of work or activity in a short time | |
desert | n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks | |
ripple | n: a small wave on the surface of a liquid, typically caused by an object falling into it or a slight wind | |
eddy | n: a circular current of water or air that flows in the opposite direction to the main current, causing a small whirlpool; a current of opinion, activity, or trend that goes against the main current | |
lily | n: a flowering plant with large, showy, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically symbolizing purity, innocence, and beauty | |
sweat | n: the salty liquid that is produced by the glands in the skin, especially when the body is hot or under stress | |
choke | v: to prevent or obstruct the normal breathing or swallowing of someone or something | |
flesh | n: the soft substance composing the body of a person or animal, as opposed to bones and other structures | |
bacteria | n: single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms that exist in large numbers in the air, water, and soil, and also in living and dead creatures and plants, and are often a cause of disease | |
threat | n: a strong indication or likelihood of harm, danger, or adverse consequences; an expression of intent to inflict harm or injury on someone or something, often made as a means of coercion or intimidation | |
landmine | n: an explosive device hidden underground and designed to be detonated by the presence, proximity, or contact with a person or vehicle | |
unseen | adj: not seen or noticed; not perceived | |
hippopotamus | n: (also “hippo”) a large, mostly herbivorous mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, with a bulky, rounded body, short legs, and large head and mouth, which inhabits rivers and lakes and is known for its aggressive behavior and territorial nature | |
capsize | v: to overturn or tip over a boat or other watercraft; to turn upside down or on its side, often as a result of a sudden force or imbalance | |
thrust | v: to push or drive forcibly; to impose or insert; (noun) the force used in pushing | |
tusk | n: a long, pointed tooth, usually found in animals such as elephants, walruses, or wild boars, which protrudes from the mouth and is used as a weapon or for digging | |
hull | n: the main body or frame of a ship, airplane, or other vehicles, or the outer covering or shell of a seed, fruit, or other objects | |
puncture | n: a small hole or wound made by piercing, such as with a needle, nail, or pointed object | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
terrifying | adj: very frightening or intimidating | |
rocky | adj: full of or abounding in rocks; of, relating to, or made of rock | |
bucket | n: an open container with a handle made of metal or plastic, often used for carrying liquids | |
marathon | n: a long-distance race of 42.195 kilometers | |
log-in | v: to enter one’s username and password or other credentials to gain access to a computer system, website, or other digital services; (noun) the process of gaining access to a computer system, network, or website by entering a username and password | |
reboot | v: to restart a computer or other device by loading and rerunning the operating system; to restart or resume an activity, process, or situation after a pause or interruption, often to improve it | |
religion | n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny | |
spiritual | adj: relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things | |
birthplace | n: the house, town, etc., where someone was born | |
standing | adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation | |
prophet | n: a person believed to have an extraordinary power that can understand God’s will. | |
mystic | adj: having spiritual powers or qualities that are beyond ordinary understanding; (noun) someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension | |
unprotected | adj: not guarded, covered, or shielded; vulnerable; without protection or defense | |
opportune | adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose | |
urgency | n: the quality of being very important and needing to be dealt with immediately | |
tire | v: to become weary or fatigued, often due to physical or mental exertion; to cause someone to feel weary or fatigued; (noun) a rubber covering that is placed around the rim of a wheel, which provides traction and absorbs shock while driving | |
rediscover | v: to discover or find again something that was previously known but lost | |
tower | n: a structure that is exceptionally high in proportion to its width and either forms part of a building or stands alone | |
postwar | adj: relating to the period following a war, particularly World War II; characterized by the rebuilding and recovery of countries and societies | |
waterfall | n: a point in a river or stream where water falls from a high place, for example, over a cliff or rock | |
woodland | n: land covered with trees and underbrush; a forest | |
process | n: a series of actions or operations performed to achieve a particular outcome or goal; a systematic procedure or approach used to accomplish a specific task or objective; a method of treating milk to make it suitable for consumption or use in other dairy products | |
government | n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state | |
preserve | v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed | |
downstream | adv: in the direction that a stream or river flows; (adjective) in the direction of a stream’s current | |
represent | v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute | |
doubt | n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is | |
conservation | n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity | |
unprecedented | adj: never having been seen, done, or known before | |
invest | v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result | |
preservation | n: the act of keeping something in its original state or of preventing it from being damaged | |
ecosystem | n: all the plants and living creatures in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment |