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Word	Meaning	Advanced
cheer	v: to give a loud shout to show support, praise, or approval
suffocate	v: to die or cause someone to die from lack of air or inability to breathe; to be overwhelmed or constricted by a feeling or situation, such as anxiety or oppression
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
cerebral	adj: relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual or studious rather than emotional or physical
palsy	n: a condition characterized by the loss or impairment of movement or sensation due to damage or disease affecting the nervous system; paralysis or weakness
exhaust	n: the system in a vehicle that removes waste gases from the engine; (verb) to make someone completely tired
genetic	adj: of or relating to genes (= parts of the DNA in cells) or the science of genes
defect	n: an imperfection, shortcoming, or lack of something or someone
curse	n: a rude or offensive word or an expression that is not polite and shows that you are very angry
uterus	n: a hollow muscular organ in the body of a woman or other female mammal in which a baby or young animal develops before birth
cousin	n: the child of your aunt or uncle
accident	n: an unfortunate event, especially one causing damage or injury
warn	v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future
inspiration	n: something that motivates or encourages someone to create or achieve something, or a feeling of excitement or creativity
disabled	adj: having a physical or mental condition that limits someone’s specific actions that most other people can do
eve	n: (also as “Eve”) the day or period of time immediately preceding a particular event; the biblical figure who was the first woman and wife of Adam, according to the Jewish and Christian faiths
handicap	n: a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses, or activities
oppress	v: to treat people in a cruel and authoritarian way, especially by denying them the same freedoms, rights, etc. as other people
olympiad	n: a period of four years, originally the time between the ancient Olympic Games and now commonly used to refer to the modern Olympic Games, which are held every four years
medal	n: a flat, usually circular piece of metal or other material that is often given as an award or commemoration for an achievement, victory, or honor
jersey	n: a knitted garment typically made of wool or cotton, worn as a shirt or pullover
cliff	n: a steep rock face, especially one at the edge of the sea or a river
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
hood	n: a covering for the head and neck, especially one attached to a garment
affliction	n: a condition of physical or mental suffering or distress, often caused by illness, injury, or other adversity; a burden or trouble that causes hardship or grief
initial	adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name
mantra	n: a word or phrase, often repeated, that is used as a focus for the mind during meditation
sue	v: to claim a person or organization, especially by filing a legal claim for money or redress
heel	n: the rounded back part of the foot below the ankle; someone who is morally reprehensible; (verb) to follow someone or something
tactic	n: a method or strategy used to achieve a particular goal or objective
dangle	v: to hang or swing loosely, especially in a way that suggests instability or lack of support; to tempt or tantalize by holding out the prospect of something desirable but uncertain
chase	v: to pursue something or someone to catch or capture them; to go after something vigorously or with determination; (noun) a pursuit or a hunt; a narrow groove or channel cut into a surface, often used for decorative purposes
strip	v: to remove the surface from something; (noun) a sizeable narrow piece of something such as paper, metal, cloth, etc., or area of land, sea, etc.
kindergarten	n: a school or class for young children, usually between the ages of four and six
champion	n: someone who has won first place in a competition; someone who fights for a specific group of people or a belief
punch	v: to strike someone or something with one’s fist; to make a hole in something
politician	n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc.
appropriate	adj: suitable or proper in the circumstances; fitting
slogan	n: a short, catchy phrase or motto that is used by a person, organization, or company to promote a particular product, cause, or idea
faith	n: complete trust in something or someone’s ability or knowledge; a strong belief in religion, divine power, etc.
starve	v: to suffer or die from lack of food; to cause someone or something to suffer or die from lack of food; to deprive something of necessary nourishment or sustenance
sunrise	n: the time in the morning when the sun first appears in the sky
sunset	n: the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon; (verb) to expire or be terminated automatically at the end of a fixed period
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
therapy	n: the act of caring for someone through medication, remedial training, etc.
chic	n: a fashionable, stylish, and sophisticated elegance or gracefulness, particularly in dress or behavior; (adjective) sophisticated, elegant, and fashionable
vacation	n: a period in which someone does not have to attend work or school and is free to do whatever they choose, such as travel or leisure
shore	n: the land along the edge of a sea, lake, broad river, or other large body of water; (verb) to support by placing against something solid or rigid
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
madonna	n: a representation of the Virgin Mary, especially in art
consist	v: to be composed or made up of
heal	v: to make a wound or injury to become well again
dunk	v: to immerse or submerge briefly in a liquid, often repeatedly to coat or moisten; to slam or force something down into a container of liquid
miracle	n: an act or occurrence that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore believed to be caused by God
yoga	n: a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, which is widely practiced for health and relaxation
boring	adj: lacking interest or excitement; tedious or dull
reinforce	v: to strengthen or support something, especially by adding another material to it; to make emotion, idea, etc. stronger
opera	n: a drama set to music, in which the words are sung rather than spoken
affirmative	adj: indicating agreement, support, or confirmation; positive or assertive in tone
scholarship	n: a grant or payment made to support a student’s education usually awarded based on academic or other achievements
pet	n: an animal that you have at home as a companion and treated kindly
depart	v: to go away or leave, especially to start a journey
intelligent	adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree
menagerie	n: a collection of wild animals, especially exotic ones, kept for display
weep	v: to cry tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
cast	v: to cause light or shadow to appear on a surface; to assing or choose someone such as an actor or representative, especially by selection process
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
rooftop	n: the upper surface or cover of a building’s roof, often used for recreational or other purposes
almighty	adj: having supreme or ultimate power or authority; complete and total; omnipotent
hysterical	adj: marked by or in a state of excessive or uncontrollable emotion
stunt	n: a feat or action that is often dangerous or difficult, designed to attract attention or admiration; something that blocks or impedes growth or development; (verb) to hinder or impede growth or development, especially in a physical or mental sense
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
actress	n: a female actor, particularly in the theater or movies
imitate	v: to copy the speech, behavior, appearance, etc. of someone or something
sordid	adj: involving immoral or unethical actions; dirty or unpleasant; morally corrupt or depraved
able-bodied	adj: having a healthy and strong body capable of physical activities; not suffering from physical disabilities that limit movement or strength
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
gig	n: a performance by a musician or group of musicians, especially playing modern or pop music or jazz; a work that someone undertakes on a temporary basis
promote	v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank
wacky	adj: funny in a slightly odd, peculiar, irregular way
glorify	v: to praise or honor something or someone, often in an exaggerated or overly positive way; to elevate or exalt something or someone to a higher status or position
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
hire	v: to give somebody a job
fluffy	adj: soft and light, often with a texture that resembles feathers or fur
ethnic	adj: relating or belonging to a group of people who share a cultural tradition
comic	adj: funny and making you laugh
turnpike	n: a high-speed, limited-access highway, often with toll booths; a barrier across a road with a rotating spindle used to control access
chick	n: a baby bird, especially a young chicken
Arabic	n: the Semitic language of the Arab people, widely spoken throughout the Middle East and North Africa; of or relating to Arab peoples, culture, or language
censor	n: a person or institution responsible for examining books, movies, and other forms of media to determine if they are harmful or offensive and should be banned or altered; an official in charge of banning or suppressing information
uncover	v: to remove the cover from something; to discover something previously unseen or hidden
claim	v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true
nasty	adj: very bad, unpleasant, or offensive
rumor	n: a piece of unverified information of uncertain origin that is spread by word of mouth
dean	n: a person in charge of a college, faculty, or other academic departments, tasked with overseeing its operations, policies, and staff; a senior member of a profession or organization who is highly respected for their knowledge and experience
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
festival	n: a celebration or event, usually marking a particular religious or cultural occasion, often involving processions, music, dancing, and the performance of plays or other artistic works
negative	adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal
synonymous	adj: having the same or a similar meaning as another word or phrase
mainstream	n: the ideas, opinions, beliefs, etc., that are considered normal or accepted by most people
conquer	v: to bring under control by force or authority
stigma	n: a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
disability	n: a physical or mental condition that makes it difficult for someone to do some things that other people do
invite	v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place
cable	n: a set of wires covered by plastic or rubber that carries electricity, phone signals, etc.; a solid thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
countdown	n: a counting sequence leading up to an event, often marked by a series of signals or cues, also used as a term to describe the final stages leading up to a major event or deadline
promenade	n: a stroll or walk, often taken in a public place or park; a public place for walking or strolling, often filled with shops or vendors; a dance movement in which the partners move around the floor in a circle or similar pattern
shuffle	v: to move or mix around in a casual or unorganized way; to walk with short, dragging steps
studio	n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company
spinning	n: the act of rotating rapidly around an axis; in the context of textiles, the process of twisting fibers together to form thread or yarn
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
grip	n: the act of holding onto something firmly with your hands, or the ability to do so; (verb) to hold fast or firmly
anchor	n: a device, typically made of metal, that is used to moor a ship or boat in a particular place, typically by being dropped to the seabed; a central cohesive source of support and stability
segment	n: a part or section of something; a distinct group within a larger whole
livid	adj: discolored or bruised, especially angrily or furiously; having a flushed or bluish-gray appearance
contributor	n: a person or thing that adds to the achievement, production, or growth of something (such as a project, organization, or publication); a donor or benefactor
cruel	adj: feeling or showing pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others
suddenly	adv: quickly and unexpectedly
clip	n: a small metal or plastic device used for holding an object or objects together or in place; a short part of electronic media, either an audio clip or video clip
tweak	v: to pinch or squeeze something sharply; to adjust something finely
retarded	adj: (considered derogatory) delayed or impeded in intellectual or emotional development; slow to learn
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
pray	v: to make a request or petition to a higher power, especially in the form of a respectful or humble request
creditor	n: a person, company, etc. to whom a debtor owes money
screenwriter	n: a writer who writes or creates scripts, screenplays, or stories for movies, television shows, or other visual media
visual	adj: relating to seeing or sight
wheelchair	n: a chair fitted with large wheels for use as a means of transport by a person who is unable to walk
clap	v: to hit your hands together and make a short and loud noise, mainly to show your approval or praise
underrepresented	adj: not adequately or proportionately represented, often in terms of a particular group, population, or perspective being excluded or marginalized
entertainment	n: public shows, films, television, or other performances or activities of enjoying people
foster	v: to promoto growth; to take care of another person’s child, usually for a limited time, without becoming their legal parents
crooked	adj: not straight or aligned; bent or curved to one side; not honest or fair; characterized by deception, fraud, or wrongdoing; irregular, uneven, or jagged in shape or form
spectacular	adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement
flank	n: the side of an animal, especially the side between the last rib and the hip; the side of military or naval formation; (verb) to be located on either side of something
diva	n: a distinguished female singer or performer, often with a reputation for being difficult or demanding; a woman who is admired for her talent, beauty, or grace but who is also seen as arrogant or temperamental
icon	n: a picture or statue of a holy person considered to be a sacred thing; a little icon on the screen of a computer or smartphone that denotes an application or a file
idol	n: an image or representation of a god or goddess, or a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
delegate	n: a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular, an elected representative sent to a conference; (verb) to transfer power to someone
represent	v: to speak, act, or be present on behalf of another person or group; to form or constitute
charity	n: an organization that helps people in need, especially by providing food, shelter, or money; a kindly and sympathetic attitude toward people
refugee	n: a displaced person who has crossed national borders and who cannot or is unwilling to return home due to political, religious, or economic reasons or because of a war
sliver	n: a small, thin, narrow piece or fragment of something, often characterized by its length or its sharpness or thinness; a small portion or amount of something, often used in a metaphorical sense to describe a trace or a hint of something
butterfly	n: a diurnal insect typically has a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad, colorful wings
sting	v: to cause a sharp, painful sensation or injury with a poison, venom, or other substance or by a physical action such as a bite or prick
dedicate	v: to give all of your energy, time, etc., entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; to set apart for a particular purpose or use