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Word	Meaning	Advanced
cram	v: to force or try to fit a large amount of information into a short time, especially in preparation for an examination; to force or try to fit a large amount of something into a small space
overwhelm	v: to defeat someone or something by using a great deal of force; to have a strong emotional effect on somebody
emotion	n: a strong feeling such as love, anger, etc. deriving from one’s situation, mood, or relationships with others
hardwired	adj: built-in or innate, often referring to behavior or traits that are instinctive or automatic, as if pre-programmed in the brain or genetics
advantageous	adj: providing a benefit or advantage; favorable or beneficial
primitive	adj: of or relating to an early stage of society with no industry or technological development; simple, naive, or old-fashioned in style
flee	v: to leave by running away, especially out of fear or danger
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
damage	v: to harm or cause injury to something or someone, often resulting in decreased value or functionality; to impair or negatively affect something, such as a reputation or relationship; (noun) harm or injury that is caused to a person, thing, or entity
adrenal	adj: relating to two glands situated above the kidneys, called the adrenal gland
gland	n: a group of cells in an animal’s body that produce substances needed by the body and release them through ducts or directly into the bloodstream
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
hormone	n: a chemical substance made by organs that encourages or influences the development, growth, sex, etc., of an animal and is carried around the body in the blood
cortisol	n: a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that is involved in regulating the body’s metabolism, immune system, and blood pressure
adrenaline	n: (also “epinephrine”) a substance secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress, which makes the heart beat faster and prepares the body to react to danger
norepinephrine	n: (also noradrenaline) a hormone that is released by the sympathetic nervous system in response to stress and that increases heart rate and blood pressure
stream	n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc.
vessel	n: a ship or large boat
hypertension	n: a medical condition characterized by abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries, often leading to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems
endothelium	n: the thin layer of cells that lines the interior surface of blood vessels and plays a critical role in regulating blood flow and blood clotting
function	n: the purpose or use of an object, system, or process; a particular activity or operation that is designed to serve a specific purpose; a mathematical concept that describes a relationship between two sets of values, called the input and output sets; (verb) to operate or work in a specific way, or to perform a particular task or purpose
normally	adv: usually; under normal conditions
trigger	v: to make something happen suddenly; to cause something such as a device, machine, etc. to function
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
atherosclerosis	n: a disease in which plaque builds up in the arterial walls, leading to a narrowing and hardening of the arteries, potentially causing reduced blood flow and an increased risk of heart disease and stroke
cholesterol	n: a type of fat that is found in the blood and cells of the body and that is important for many bodily functions but can also contribute to heart disease and stroke when levels are too high
plaque	n: a flat, often rectangular, piece of metal, wood, or other material, inscribed or carved with commemorative text or designs and used as a decoration or award; a soft, sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth and can cause tooth decay
artery	n: one of the thick tubes in humans and most other animals that takes blood away from the heart to one or more parts of the body such as tissues, lungs, brain, etc.
stroke	n: a medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain causes cell death; the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club, racket, etc.
autonomic	n: relating to the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, such as heartbeat, digestion, breathing, and glandular secretion
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
enteric	adj: relating to or affecting the intestines (= long, continuous tubes running from the stomach to the anus), particularly the small intestine, often used to describe medications or drugs designed to dissolve or disintegrate in the intestines rather than the stomach for targeted delivery
intestinal	adj: relating to the intestines (= the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus) or bowel; located or occurring within the intestines or bowel
butterfly	n: a diurnal insect typically has a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad, colorful wings
stomach	n: the internal organ in the body where food is digested, situated in the abdomen; the part of the body below the chest that contains the stomach
gut	n: the long tube in the body of a person or animal through which food passes when it leaves the stomach; the mental strength or bravery required to do something difficult or unpleasant
disturb	v: to interrupt someone who is trying to work, sleep, etc.
rhythmic	adj: having a pattern of regular beats or a regular beat; characterized by rhythm
contraction	n: the act or process of becoming smaller or shorter in size, volume, or amount
irritable	adj: easily or frequently agitated, annoyed, or angered; prone to becoming tense or angry in response to minor stimuli or events
bowel	n: the part of the alimentary canal below the stomach; the intestine, especially the lower intestine
syndrome	n: a group of signs and symptoms that occur together and are characteristic of a particular condition or disorder
sensitivity	n: the ability to perceive or respond to subtle differences or changes; the ability to understand and respond to the needs and feelings of others
acid	n: sour; water-soluble chemicals with a sour flavor; any of a variety of generally liquid compounds capable of reacting with and occasionally dissolving other materials
heartburn	n: a burning sensation or discomfort in the chest or throat, often caused by stomach acid refluxing into the esophagus
composition	n: the different parts of something’s elements or ingredients; the way in which the different components are organized; a piece of music written by someone
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
digestive	adj: relating to or capable of causing or promoting digestion of food
digestion	n: the process of breaking down food in the body into smaller, more usable components, typically involving enzymes and other bodily processes; the process of assimilating, understanding, or absorbing information or ideas
chronic	adj: being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering; habitual
waist	n: the part of the human body between the ribs and hips or the corresponding part in other animals
appetite	n: a natural desire or craving for food or drink; a strong desire or liking for something
replenish	v: to fill something that had previously been emptied
dense	adj: containing a large number of people or something with little space between them
carbohydrate	n: (also carb) any of a class of organic compounds that includes sugars, starch, and cellulose and are a principal source of energy in the diet of animals
crave	v: to have a strong desire for something; to long for or want intensely
comfort	n: a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint
calorie	n: unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius at atmospheric pressure, used by nutritionists to measure how much energy food will produce
visceral	adj: relating to or affecting the internal organs; instinctive or emotional rather than rational; characterized by deep-seated emotional reactions or responses
belly	n: the front part of the body below the chest, containing the stomach and bowels; the rounded or curved part of an object, such as a ship or aircraft
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
immune	adj: protected against a particular disease or toxin due to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells
chemical	adj: relating to or connected with chemistry;
cytokine	n: any of various protein molecules produced by cells of the immune system that serve to regulate the immune system
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
disease	n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems
insulin	n: a hormone produced in the pancreas that controls the amount of sugar in the blood, or a similar artificial substance used for the treatment of diabetes
resistance	n: the act of defending oneself from an aggressor or refusing to accept something
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
injury	n: harm done to a person’s or an animal’s body caused by an accident or an attack
dampen	v: to make something wet or moist; to reduce the intensity or impact of something, such as a feeling, sound, or movement
susceptible	adj: easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something
infection	n: a condition in which pathogenic microorganisms or viruses have entered the body
curb	v: to restrain, limit, or control something; to reduce or put a stop to something undesirable; (noun) the raised edge or barrier along the edge of a street, road, or sidewalk
associate	v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else
telomere	n: a structure that protects the terminal regions of chromosome
tip	n: the top or extreme point of something slender or tapering, usually a mountain or hill; a piece of advice about something practical; a small amount of money given for services
chromosome	n: a long and string-like DNA molecule containing the part or all of the genetic material of an organism that controls what an animal or plant is like
divide	v: to separate or cause to separate into parts or groups
dam	n: a wall constructed over a river to block the flow of water, mainly used to generate energy
genetic	adj: of or relating to genes (= parts of the DNA in cells) or the science of genes
division	n: the act or outcome of splitting into separate parts; a critical organizational unit or sector
sabotage	n: the deliberate and malicious damage, destruction, or disruption of equipment, machinery, or other property, often by someone with a particular agenda or motive; the subversion of an organization or institution by secret agents or spies
acne	n: a skin condition that causes pimples, blackheads, and other blemishes on the face, chest, and back
dysfunction	n: a problem or fault in a system, organism, or part of the body or machine
headache	n: pain in the head; someone or something that causes anxiety or trouble
difficulty	n: a condition or state that causes problems
concentration	n: the ability to focus all your time and energy on one thing without thinking about anything else.
fatigue	n: a feeling of tiredness or weariness, especially as a result of physical or mental exertion; the reduction in the strength or efficiency of a material or structure due to repeated use or stress
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
insurmountable	adj: impossible to overcome or conquer; too difficult or daunting to overcome