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Word	Meaning	Advanced
adapt	v: to make fit for or change to suit a new purpose or environment
shabby	adj: (of a building or object) in poor condition through age and neglect
detached	adj: no longer connected or joined; showing lack of emotional involvement
steady	adj: firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving
march	v: to walk militarily with stiff, regular steps
throng	n: a large crowd of people
avenue	n: a wide road in a town or city, especially with trees or tall buildings on both sides; a line of approach
pause	v: to take a short break from talking or doing something before continuing
solid	adj: hard or firm; characterized by good substantial quality
row	n: an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line
bulb	n: a rounded underground storage organ of some plants from which the plant grows; the rounded part of a cylindrical structure; electric lamp consisting of a glass ball
flash	n: a sudden intense burst of radiant energy; a momentary brightness
brilliantly	adv: in an intelligent, graceful, or skillful manner; very brightly or effectively
twilight	n: the soft, diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, either from sunrise to sunrise or sunset to sunset
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
fur	n: the hairy coat of a mammal, especially when fine, soft, and thick
tropical	adj: originating in, located in, or characteristic of the tropics
atmosphere	n: the mass of air that surrounds the Earth; the pervading tone or mood of a place, situation, or creative work
depart	v: to go away or leave, especially to start a journey
wax	n: a substance that is solid at room temperature but becomes softer and more pliable when heated, often used in the production of candles, polishes, and cosmetics; (verb) to become large
drape	v: to arrange or hang cloth or clothing loosely over something, typically in a decorative way; to cover or decorate loosely with material
rainbow	n: an arch of colors in the sky caused by the refraction and dispersion of sunlight through rain
filmy	adj: thin and translucent; like film
gown	n: a long, flowing garment worn on formal occasions, especially by women
admiration	n: the feeling or attitude of respect and approval for someone or something
linger	v: to stay in a place or exist longer than expected
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
silk	n: a fine, strong, soft, lustrous fiber produced by silkworms in making cocoons and collected to make thread and fabric
wistful	adj: expressing a feeling of vague, sad, or inconsolable longing
gaze	v: to stare at something or someone for an extended time, usually out of surprise or adoration, or because you are thinking about something else
instant	adj: happening immediately, with no delay
scent	n: a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one
plume	n: a large feather or group of feathers worn as an ornament or a symbol of achievement or distinction, especially on a hat
velvet	n: plush, smooth fabric with a short pile on one side, typically made of silk, cotton, or a synthetic material
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
violet	adj: between blue and purple in hue
mink	n: a small carnivorous mammal with dark brown fur, native to North America and Europe
glance	v: to give a quick or brief look; to hit something at an angle
defensive	adj: used or intended to protect someone or something against attack or aggression
lid	n: a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container
beneath	adv: in or to a lower place than someone or something
unmistakable	adj: clearly recognizable; impossible to mistake or misunderstand
impulse	n: a sudden strong and unreflective wish or need to do something; the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber
thrill	n: a feeling of extreme and sudden excitement and pleasure; to cause someone to feel sudden intense sensation or emotion
pulse	n: the regular heartbeat as it sends blood around the body, especially when it is felt at the wrist or side of the neck; a solid regular vibration of sound, electric current, light, or other waves
throb	v: to beat with a strong, regular rhythm, as a pulse or a heart
suddenly	adv: quickly and unexpectedly
mottled	adj: marked with spots or patches of different colors or shades
cheek	n: either side of the face below the eye and between the nose and the jaw
sham	n: something that is not as good or true as it seems to be and is intended to deceive people; a person who pretends to be something they are not
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
cruel	adj: feeling or showing pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others
ablaze	adj: on fire; burning brightly
makeover	n: the process or act of a complete transformation, especially relevant to the appearance of someone or something
turban	n: a headdress consisting of a long piece of cloth wound around the head and sometimes the face
pigeon	n: a stout-bodied bird with a small head, short legs, and a short, cooing call, typically found in cities and domesticated for food
otter	n: a semiaquatic mammal with a sleek, streamlined body, short legs, webbed feet, and dense, soft fur, found in and around freshwater and coastal areas
queer	adj: strange or odd, typically in an interesting or attractive way
caudal	adj: pertaining to the tail end of a body
decoration	n: the act of adding something that is intended to make something more attractive; an award or honor that is given to someone in recognition of their achievements
crack	v: to break or cause to break without dividing into separate parts; (noun) a line on the surface of something along which it has separated without breaking
grin	v: to smile broadly
pluck	v: to pull or draw something, especially with sudden force or effort; to strip of feathers
ragged	adj: (of clothing) frayed or not in good condition; tattered
tremulous	adj: tending to shake or quiver; timid
regain	v: to get something back or recover something after it has been lost or taken away
coincidence	n: an occasion when two or more similar things happen at the same time by chance, in a surprising way
resolute	adj: firm in purpose or belief; determined
slam	v: to shut a door or window noisily; to strike something violently or noisily
stain	v: to discolor, defile, or tarnish something; (noun) a discoloration or dirty mark on a surface that is difficult to remove
bluish	adj: having a color that is a shade of blue
grim	adj: looking or sounding very serious or gloomy
dye	v: to color a textile or hair by immersing it in a colored liquid or substance
garment	n: a piece of clothing, such as a dress, coat, or shirt
furnish	v: to provide a room or building with furniture and fittings; to provide something useful or necessary
immerse	v: to become fully involved in a particular activity; to dip or submerge in a liquid, especially so that they or it are entirely covered
lather	n: a frothy substance produced by mixing soap and water, used for cleaning
rank	n: a position in a hierarchy of status or authority; (verb) to take or have a position relative to others
perfume	n: a liquid that emits and diffuses a pleasant smell, usually used on the skin
toilet	n: a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture with a seat for defecation and urination, or a room or building containing one or more of this fixture
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
famine	n: a severe shortage of food, often caused by drought, war, or economic reasons
absent	adj: not present in a particular place at a particular time
daze	n: the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally; (verb) to confuse or stun someone with a sudden intense light or loud noise
creditor	n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money
ostrich	n: a large flightless bird native to Africa with a long neck, legs, and bill
bouquet	n: a bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony
excuse	n: a reason or explanation, either true or invented, given to justify a fault or defend your behavior; (verb) to make someone free from blame or clear from guilt
vivid	adj: producing very clear, powerful, and detailed images in the mind
pile	n: a collection of objects positioned one on top of another; a large sum of something, such as money
wrap	v: to cover or enclose something entirely with paper, cloth, or other material
ransack	v: to search through something thoroughly, often in a destructive or violent manner
plunge	v: to dive quickly and steeply downward; to thrust or throw into something; (noun) a steep and rapid fall
grope	v: to feel one’s way by touching, typically because one cannot see
assume	v: to think or accept something to be true without having proof of it; to take or begin to have power; to begin to exhibit a specific quality or appearance
eloquent	adj: able to speak or write clearly and impressively
persuasive	adj: tending to make you want to do or believe a particular thing; convincing
quiver	v: to shake or tremble with a slight, rapid motion
indignant	adj: angry or resentful at what is perceived as unfair treatment
fade	v: to vanish; to fade away; to lose color; to lose freshness
abrupt	adj: sudden and unexpected
bizarre	adj: very strange or unusual
possession	n: the state or fact of owning or having something
yearn	v: to strongly desire or long for something
creep	v: to move slowly, quietly, and carefully, usually to avoid being seen or heard
dim	adj: poorly lit; not bright
struggle	v: to make a great effort to do something when it is difficult, or there are a lot of problems; to use force or violence to break away from restraint or constriction
disillusion	v: to disappoint someone or something because you found that something you believed in or hoped for was not as it seemed
apparently	adv: based on what you have heard or read
oblivious	adj: not aware of something, especially what is happening around you; forgetful
triumph	n: a great victory or achievement
bound	v: to move forward by leaps and bounds; to form the boundary of something
demur	v: to raise objections or show reluctance
glove	n: a piece of clothing worn on the hand and wrist for protection against cold, dirt, etc., with separate parts for each finger
fumble	v: to handle something awkwardly; to make mistakes or errors in attempting something
limp	adj: having no strength or energy; walking with difficulty because of pain, injury, or disability in one’s leg or foot
radiant	adj: emitting light or heat; shining brightly
dingy	adj: dark, gloomy, and dirty
huddle	v: to crowd or press closely together; cuddle
cot	n: a small bed for a baby or child, typically with high sides to prevent the child from falling out
vitality	n: the state of being strong and active; energy
glow	v: to give out a steady, strong light
kindle	v: to start a fire; to light
scarf	n: a piece of cloth worn around the neck or head for warmth, cleanliness, fashion, or religious reasons
replace	v: to take the place of something
collar	n: a band of material worn around the neck, typically forming part of a shirt or jacket
diffident	adj: lacking self-confidence; shy
accost	v: to approach and speak to someone aggressively or insistently
salesperson	n: a person whose job is to sell goods in a shop or directly to customers
freak	n: an abnormality that is not typical or expected
servant	n: a person who performs duties for others, especially a person employed in a house on domestic duties or as a personal attendant
crisp	adj: hard, dry, and brittle enough to break easily; cool, fresh, and invigorating
tight	adj: fixed, fastened, or kept together firmly or closely
bosom	n: a woman’s breasts or chest
ebb	n: the movement of the tide out to sea; low tide; (verb) to flow back or recede
assert	v: to state something firmly and confidently, often in a way that is intended to convince others that it is true
drown	v: to die or cause to die by being unable to breathe underwater
magnitude	n: the extent, level, importance, or amount of something
movement	n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively
illustrate	v: to provide pictures, photographs, diagrams, etc. in a book or something for explanation
grab	v: to take hold of something or someone suddenly with a hand, especially in a violent way
accord	n: an official agreement or treaty between two organizations, countries, etc.; (verb) allow to have
refuse	v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something
conversation	n: an informal talk between two or more people to exchange their views, ideas, information, etc.
persuade	v: to convince or induce someone to do something by presenting a reason or argument; to sway or influence someone’s decision or opinion
emphasize	v: to give or show particular importance to something
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
inspire	v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative
surrender	v: to cease resistance to an enemy or opponent and submit to their authority
comprehensive	adj: complete and including all or everything necessary
disrupt	v: to prevent or stop something, especially an event, activity, or process, from continuing in the usual way by causing a problem or disturbance
shocking	adj: extremely or surprisingly bad, or causing a strong emotional response such as surprise or disgust
infer	v: to form an opinion or conclude that something is true based on existing facts
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
decline	v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept
appreciate	v: to value and acknowledge the worth of someone or something; to be grateful for something or someone
departure	n: the act of leaving, especially to start a journey
paragraph	n: a distinct section of a piece of writing intended to separate ideas, usually consisting of at least one sentence and beginning on a new line
reluctantly	adv: in a way that you are unwilling to do something; with hesitation
contrast	v: to put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
highlight	v: to make something prominent, mainly so that people give it more attention