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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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contribute | v: to give something, especially money or goods, to provide or achieve something together with other people | |
homosexual | adj: sexually attracted to people of one’s own sex | |
sapiens | n: the species of modern humans, Homo sapiens | |
combine | v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
modulate | v: to change the key, style, loudness, etc., of something in music to create a particular effect; to fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of something | |
temperature | n: the degree of hotness or coldness of a thing or place | |
survive | v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period | |
climate | n: the weather in a particular location averaged over some long period | |
evolve | v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually | |
utility | n: the state or quality of being useful or convenient; the service, such as electric power or water or transportation, provided by a public | |
communicate | v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals | |
narrative | n: a story or a description of a series of events or process of telling a story | |
toy | n: a thing, typically a small model or replica of something that is played with, especially by children | |
hometown | n: the town or city where one was born or grew up | |
giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
gallon | n: a unit for measuring volume, in the US, it is equal to about 3.79 liters, and in the UK, Canada, and other countries, it is equal to about 4.55 liters | |
cardboard | n: a stiff, thick material made from compressed paper pulp used to make boxes and other packaging materials | |
tub | n: a large, deep, round container, typically made of metal or plastic, used for washing or soaking things, especially clothes or a person’s body | |
courage | n: the ability to face danger, difficulty, uncertainty, or pain without being overcome by fear or despair; the quality of being brave or courageous | |
exotic | adj: originating from or characteristic of a foreign country or culture; strikingly unusual, uncommon, or intriguing | |
acetate | n: a synthetic material made from cellulose acetate that is used to make various consumer products such as clothing, upholstery, and packaging materials | |
helmet | n: a protective covering for the head, worn for safety or as part of a uniform or ceremonial dress | |
refrigerator | n: an appliance or device used for preserving and cooling food and beverages by maintaining a low temperature within a closed compartment | |
closet | n: a small room or cabinet with a door used for storing things, especially clothes | |
spaceship | n: (especially in science fiction) a spacecraft designed to carry a crew into interstellar space | |
panel | n: a square or rectangular and flat piece of something that forms a distinct section or component of something; a small group of specialists who discuss particular topics or give their advice or opinion about something | |
flashlight | n: a portable electric light with a handle and a switch that can be turned on and off | |
underneath | adv: under or below something else | |
offset | v: to compensate for or counterbalance one influence against an opposing influence | |
permit | v: to allow for something to happen or be done; (noun) the act of giving a formal, usually written, authorization | |
attic | n: a space or area, typically bounded by a roof and walls in a house that is located immediately below the roof; often used for storage or as an additional living space | |
costume | n: a set of clothes worn by an actor in a play or film or by a person representing a particular character or occupation | |
overhear | v: to hear what other people are saying without intending to and their knowledge | |
awesome | adj: inspiring fear, admiration, or respect; very good, nice, fun, etc. | |
freak | n: an abnormality that is not typical or expected | |
recognize | v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered | |
complain | v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody | |
random | adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern | |
shark | n: a long-bodied, mostly predatory marine fish that has sharp teeth and a pointed fin on its back; a person who is ruthless, greedy, and dishonest | |
vinyl | n: a synthetic resin or plastic material that can be molded into various shapes and forms, particularly used in construction, furniture, and record production | |
gutsy | adj: displaying courage, determination, or boldness; characterized by a willingness to take risks or face challenges | |
intoxicate | v: (of alcohol or a drug) to make someone lose control of their faculties or behavior | |
knight | n: a mounted soldier in the past, typically one of noble birth trained to fight in armor; (today in Great Britain) a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit | |
polish | n: a substance used to smooth or shine a surface; the act of smoothing or shining a surface | |
moreover | adv: indicating that what follows is an additional or supplementary point; furthermore; in addition to what has been said before | |
gateway | n: an entrance, door, or other openings that lead to a larger space, particularly one that serves as an entry point or access point to a larger area or system; a route, means, or method used to gain access to or acquire something | |
corrugated | adj: having ridges, grooves, or folds that run parallel to one another, often used to describe materials like cardboard or metal | |
suit | n: a set of clothes that are made from the same material; a claim or complaint that a person or organization can file in court against another party; (verb) to be fit or acceptable for | |
replete | adj: fully or abundantly filled or supplied; overflowing or teeming with; rich or well-stocked | |
shield | n: a protective covering or structure, especially in the past, that soldiers held in front of their bodies to protect themselves | |
inspire | v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative | |
convinced | adj: completely certain about something; having a strong belief or conviction in a particular religion | |
embark | v: to go on board a ship or plane; to set out on an enterprise or subject of study; to start something | |
graduated | adj: having received a degree from a school, college, or university; marked with or divided into levels or degrees | |
aluminum | n: a chemical element with the symbol Al that visually resembles silver, used especially for making cooking equipment and aircraft parts | |
flash | n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness | |
attachment | n: a feeling of affection for someone or something | |
rivet | n: a short metal pin or bolt with a flat head used for joining things together | |
construct | v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole | |
articulate | v: to express oneself clearly and effectively in spoken or written language | |
compound | n: an item composed of two or more distinct elements combined; a chemical formed by the combination of two or more elements | |
curve | n: a bend or angle in a line or surface that deviates from a straight or flat path; a gradual or smooth change in direction or shape | |
drill | n: a tool or machine used for making round holes or driving fasteners; a training or practice | |
slide | v: to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface without interruption | |
yearbook | n: a book published annually by a school, college, or other organization featuring photographs and records of the previous year’s events and the individuals involved in them | |
photograph | n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film | |
patrol | n: the act of guarding an area or conducting surveillance of an area to maintain order, perform security functions, or prevent crime; a group of officers or soldiers that conducts such an operation | |
anticipate | v: to expect or predict that something will happen; to tell in advance | |
mathematics | n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement | |
halfway | adj: in or at a point midway or an equal distance between two points | |
disappear | v: to cease to exist or be visible | |
tunnel | n: an underground or underwater passage, typically for trains or cars | |
nurse | n: a healthcare professional who is trained to provide care for the sick or injured; (verb) to try to cure by special care or treatment of an illness or injury | |
exhaustion | n: the state of being extremely tired and lacking energy or strength | |
embarrass | v: to cause someone to feel awkward, worried, or ashamed | |
fast-forward | v: to advance or move forward in time or progress, particularly in a rapid or accelerated manner; to increase the playback speed of a recording | |
bunch | n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together | |
colleague | n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business | |
hire | v: to give somebody a job | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
experimental | adj: relating to or based on new ideas, forms, methods, etc. that have not been tried before, usually to find out what effect they have | |
methodology | n: a set of ways or principles of doing, teaching, or studying something | |
storytelling | n: the act or art of narrating or writing stories | |
humor | n: the quality of being amusing or funny; the liquid parts of the body | |
comedy | n: a genre of dramatic entertainment that aims to amuse and provoke laughter by depicting amusing or ludicrous situations, characters, or events; the use of humor, wit, and satire in writing, films, and other forms of entertainment | |
clarity | n: the quality of being coherent and understandable; the quality of transparency or purity | |
episode | n: a happening or story that is distinctive in a series of related events; an abrupt short period during which someone suffers from the effects of a physical or mental illness | |
dumpster | n: a large, commercial trash receptacle designed to be emptied mechanically by a garbage truck | |
dive | v: to jump into the water with your head and arms going in first, or to move down to a deeper level underwater | |
implication | n: something that is inferred or indirectly stated; the act or fact of being involved in something | |
distinct | adj: noticeable from something else of a similar type | |
stuntman | n: a professional performer who performs dangerous and often physically demanding tasks or stunts in place of an actor in a film or television show | |
graduate | n: a person who has a first degree from university or college; (verb) to complete the first course of university or college and get a degree | |
experiment | n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge | |
visual | adj: relating to seeing or sight | |
separate | v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different | |
sweat | n: the salty liquid that is produced by the glands in the skin, especially when the body is hot or under stress | |
striking | adj: attractive and distinctive enough to draw notice; exceedingly appealing, frequently in an odd manner | |
matrix | n: a rectangular array of numbers, symbols, or expressions, arranged in rows and columns and often enclosed in brackets; an enclosure within which something originates or develops | |
buckle | v: to bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat; (noun) a device used for fastening two loose ends of a belt or strap | |
sunglasses | n: a pair of darkened glasses worn to protect the eyes from harsh sunlight or glare | |
lens | n: a transparent optical device with curved sides, used in an optical instrument that makes objects seem larger, smaller, clearer, etc.; (metaphor) the basic thoughts or mindsets through which someone sees or understands the environment or situation | |
crew | n: a group of people who work together, especially on a ship or airplane | |
suppress | v: to bring something under control by force or authority; to put an end by force | |
church | n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination | |
giggle | v: to laugh lightly and repeatedly in a silly, nervous, or childlike way | |
slow-motion | n: an effect in film-making whereby time appears to be slowed down | |
invite | v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place | |
league | n: an association of sports teams who compete against each other; an obsolete unit of distance of variable length, equal to about 3 miles or 4,000 meters | |
mecca | n: a city and administrative center of the Mecca Province of Saudi Arabia and the holiest city in Islam | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
participate | v: to take part in something | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
elaborate | adj: containing a lot of carefully prepared and organized or many complicated and detailed parts | |
anonymous | adj: having no known name, identity, or known source | |
assemble | v: to collect in one place as a single group | |
accurate | adj: correct and exact in all details | |
belt | v: to sing loudly and forcefully; to hit someone or something hard; (noun) a strip of leather or other material worn to tie or buckle something around the body | |
pants | n: an item of clothing that covers the lower part of the body and each leg separately, typically with a waistband and two legs | |
doom | n: death, destruction, or some other terrible situation that cannot be avoided | |
prosthetic | adj: of or relating to an artificial part of the body, such as a limb, a heart, or a breast implant | |
prescription | n: a written or spoken instruction that directs a medical practitioner to prescribe a specific treatment or medication for a patient | |
bucket | n: an open container with a handle made of metal or plastic, often used for carrying liquids | |
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 | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
cosplay | n: a type of performance art in which participants dress up in costumes and accessories to represent a specific character or idea from a book, movie, video game, or other media | |
ostensible | adj: appearing or seeming to be true, genuine, or plausible, but not necessarily so; outwardly appearing or declared to be one thing while being something different or hidden | |
anime | n: a style of animation originating in Japan that includes highly-stylized characters with exaggerated features, often featuring themes related to action, fantasy, and science fiction | |
mash | v: to crush or grind something into a soft, wet, pulpy mass; to talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions; (noun) a mixture of crushed malt grains and hot water | |
genius | n: someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality | |
rehearse | v: to practice or repeat something, such as a performance, speech, or action, to prepare for an event or to improve one’s skills; to go through the motions of a planned activity before executing it | |
con | n: an argument opposed to a proposal; a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property; (verb) to be against or opposed to something | |
pose | v: to present a risk, problem, or other issues that must be addressed | |
subsequent | adj: happening or occurring later or after something else | |
heath | n: an area of open uncultivated land, typically covered in heather, gorse, or other shrubs; a low-growing, evergreen shrub found in heathland areas | |
ledger | n: a book or computer program used to keep track of financial transactions; a collection of records or accounts kept in such a book or program | |
shamble | v: to move awkwardly, unsteadily, or shamblingly; to shuffle or drag one’s feet while walking; to proceed in a disorderly or chaotic manner; (noun) a disorganized or chaotic situation or state of affairs | |
joker | n: a person who is given to joking, especially one who is deliberately amusing or attempting to be humorous; in a deck of cards, the card with a picture of a clown or jester on it, usually wild | |
scary | adj: causing fear or fright; frightening; intimidating | |
lord | n: a person who has general authority, control, or power over others; a man of noble rank or high office | |
frightening | adj: causing fear or alarm, or very surprising and alarming | |
spirit | n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people | |
masterpiece | n: a work of art that is exceptionally good or highly skilled; a great achievement | |
abandon | v: to leave a place, thing, or person with no intention of returning; (noun) a feeling of extreme emotional intensity | |
capture | v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape | |
dragon | n: a mythical monster typically depicted as a giant reptile with wings, claws, and a fiery breath often portrayed as being fierce and dangerous | |
demon | n: an evil spirit, supernatural being or entity often depicted as malevolent or harmful | |
lure | v: to tempt or persuade someone to do something | |
rampage | n: a violent and uncontrollable outburst of destructive behavior | |
rescue | v: to save someone or something from a dangerous or difficult situation | |
gesture | n: a movement of the hands, head, or face that express a particular meaning | |
resolve | v: to find a suitable answer to the problems or difficulty | |
nod | v: to lower and raise one’s head, sometimes several times, as to show approval, agreement, greeting, or confirmation | |
shyness | n: the quality or state of being worried or embarrassed about meeting and speaking to other people | |
holy | adj: of or related to a god, divine power, or a particular religion | |
fantastic | adj: extremely good; excellent | |
grab | v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way | |
tilt | v: to incline or bend from a vertical position; (noun) the act of inclining or the state of being inclined or leaning to one side | |
befall | v: to happen or occur, especially unexpectedly or by chance; to affect or happen to someone or something in a negative or unfortunate way | |
performer | n: a person who entertains an audience or group by presenting artistic or theatrical acts, such as an actor, musician, dancer, or singer | |
relation | n: the way two persons or groups of people feel and act toward one another | |
inject | v: to put a liquid such as a drug or other substance into a person’s or an animal’s body using a needle and syringe (= small tube) | |
rev | n: a measure of the rate at which an engine or motor rotates, often expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM); (verb) to increase the number of rotations per minute |