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Word	Meaning	Advanced
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
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
geography	n: a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth
underwater	adv: below or under the surface of the water
journalist	n: a person who collects and writes news stories or articles for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, or other online media
amazing	adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
wildlife	n: animals, birds, insects, etc. that grow independently of people and live in natural conditions
explore	v: to travel to or penetrate an area or a country to learn about it; to thoroughly examine a subject or a possibility to learn more about it
cease	v: to stop an action or event
amaze	v: to fill with wonder, surprise, or admiration
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
encounter	v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly
frequent	adj: happening constantly
compel	v: to force or require someone to do something; to exert a strong, irresistible force or pressure that makes someone act in a certain way
horror	n: intense fear or disgust, especially at something shocking or terrifying
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
coverage	n: the reporting or news of an important event, sports, subject, etc.; the amount, range, area, or quality of something that something provides
propose	v: to make a proposal, declare a plan for something
harp	n: a musical instrument consisting of a triangular frame with strings stretched across it, played by plucking the strings with the fingers
seal	v: to close or fasten an envelope, etc. securely; (noun) a large marine mammal that chiefly lives in cold regions and comes on shore to breed
initially	adv: at the beginning; at first
migrate	v: to move from one country or region to another and settle there; to move from one place to another periodically or seasonally
arctic	adj: of or relating to the region around the North Pole or the Arctic Ocean; very cold
gulf	n: a large ocean inlet or deep bay that is partially enclosed by land
engage	v: to attract and keep someone’s attention and interest; to participate in or obtain services of something
courtship	n: the period of time when two individuals go through the process of getting to know each other, often with the intent of forming a romantic or intimate relationship
mating	n: the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes
pup	n: a young dog, seal, or other animals
backdrop	n: a painted or photographed scene or setting that is used as a background for a stage, film, or other performance
transient	adj: lasting only for a short time; not permanent or enduring
tide	n: the cyclical rise and fall of sea level caused by the moon’s gravitational pull
icy	adj: covered with ice or frost; very cold; lacking warmth or friendliness
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
ignore	v: to intentionally not listen or pay attention to
hunt	v: to go after and try to catch wild animals to kill them for food, sport, or profit
marine	adj: relating to the sea and the creatures and plants that live there
mammal	n: any animal of which the female gives birth to live young, not eggs, and feeds her young on milk from her own body
slaughter	n: the killing of a large number of animals or people brutally and indiscriminately; a violent and bloody event that results in the death of many individuals
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
disturb	v: to interrupt someone who is trying to work, sleep, etc.
aerial	n: a type of acrobatics or gymnastics performed while suspended from hanging fabric or rings; a pass or shot in sports (particularly in soccer or volleyball) that is made while the player is in the air
historic	adj: famous or significant in history, or potentially so
stable	adj: firm and steady; not easily moved, disturbed, or changed
platform	n: the raised flat space close to the track at a train station where passengers get on or off the train; (technology) a computational or digital environment in which a piece of software is executed
solid	adj: hard or firm; characterized by good substantial quality
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
umbilical	n: relating to a flexible cord-like structure that connects a developing fetus to the placenta in the mother’s uterus during pregnancy, called umbilical cord; connected or corresponding closely to something essential, such as a source of nourishment or support
cord	n: a strong, thick, or thin thread or rope; a piece of plastic-coated wire used to transport electricity to a piece of equipment
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
frantic	adj: marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion; wild; frenzied
mortality	n: the quality or state of being subject to death
crisis	n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken
wit	n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way
degradation	n: the condition or process of changing to a lower state, or a less respected state
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
disappear	v: to cease to exist or be visible
tuna	n: a large fish of the mackerel family, found in warm seas; commonly used for commercial and sport fishing and as a food source for humans and other animals
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
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
headline	n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page
outlet	n: a means of release or expression, often for emotions or energy; a place of business that sells goods directly to customers; a device or opening through which something can flow out
component	n: one of several parts that combines with others to form something bigger
essential	adj: indispensable; fundamental
appreciation	n: the act of recognizing and valuing the worth or importance of something or someone; gratitude or thankfulness; an increase in value over time
steak	n: a thin slice of meat, typically beef, grilled or fried and served as a main dish
sushi	n: a Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice, often combined with fish or vegetables and sometimes wrapped in seaweed
magnificent	adj: extremely beautiful and impressive; grand or noble in thought or deed
consume	v: to spend something, especially fuel, energy, or time, in a large amount
terrestrial	adj: of or relating to the Earth; relating to or inhabiting the land or the ground as opposed to the sea or air
counterpart	n: a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another person or thing
unique	adj: being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else
practically	adv: almost or nearly
equator	n: an line of latitude that separates Earth’s northern and southern hemispheres and has a radius of around 40,075 kilometers (24,901 miles)
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
crisscross	v: to move or make lines that intersect or cross each other in a pattern resembling a series of X’s
efficient	adj: performing at the highest level of productivity with the least wasted effort or resources; capable of achieving maximum output with minimum wasted effort, time, or materials
catching	adj: attracting attention or interest; likely to be noticed or remembered; appealing or compelling
weigh	v: to have a particular weight; to carefully evaluate things before making a conclusion
collapse	v: to fall down or give way suddenly, often after breaking apart
auction	n: a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder; a process of selling goods or property through competitive bidding
stack	n: a pile of something arranged or laid one on top of another; a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated
warehouse	n: a large building for storing goods and merchandise, especially before they are sold, used, or sent out to shops
wander	v: to walk around slowly or to a place, often without any clear purpose or direction
grocery	n: a shop that sells food and other household items
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
trawl	v: to fish by dragging a net, often along the bottom of the ocean or river; to search or examine something thoroughly, often looking for a specific item or information
shrimp	n: a small, freshwater or saltwater creature with a slender body and long legs
essentially	adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything
steel	n: a strong metal alloy made up of iron with typically a few tenths of a percent of carbon used for making things that need a strong structure
assembly	n: a group of people who have been elected, especially one that meets regularly and makes decisions or laws for a specific region or country
tow	v: to pull or haul something along by means of a rope, chain, or other devices, typically using a vehicle as the source of power
resistance	n: the act of defending oneself from an aggressor or refusing to accept something
drag	v: to pull or haul with force
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
precious	adj: uncommon and extremely valuable
benthic	adj: relating to or occurring at the bottom of a body of water, especially about the organisms and ecosystems that exist there
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
sponge	n: a soft material with many microscopic pores that can absorb a large amount of liquid and is used for washing and cleaning
coral	n: a rock-like substance created in the sea by groupings of specific types of small animals, commonly used in jewelry
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
habitat	n: the type of natural environment in which an organism or group usually lives or occurs
fishery	n: an area of water where fish are caught in large quantities for living; a business or practice of catching and selling fish
handful	n: a small quantity or number, usually referring to the amount that can be held in one hand; a person or thing that is difficult to control or manage
deck	n: a flat surface that is usually made of wood or other material and is attached to a building, vehicle, or other structure
bycatch	n: the unintentional capture of non-target species in fishing or harvesting operations, often resulting in their injury or death
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
commerce	n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale
pound	n: the standard unit of money in the UK; the standard unit of weight equal to 16 ounces
visual	adj: relating to seeing or sight
shovel	n: a tool with a handle and broad scoop or blade used for digging or moving Earth, coal, snow, or other granular materials
trash	n: discarded material, refuse, or waste
cascade	n: a small waterfall or series of small waterfalls; a succession of stages or operations or processes or units
bat	n: a nocturnal animal with wings that flies and feeds at night, similar to a mouse; a piece of wood with a handle used for hitting the ball in sports including baseball, cricket, and table tennis
ray	n: a narrow line of light, heat, or another form of energy
flounder	v: to struggle or stumble awkwardly; to move or act clumsily or in confusion; to be in a difficult or uncertain situation
puffy	adj: swollen or distended, especially with air or gas;
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
killing	n: the act of causing death; a sudden and intense force or effect that causes significant damage or destruction; a situation where someone is making a substantial amount of money or experiencing significant financial success
wrestling	n: a sport in which two contestants grapple and try to throw each other to the ground
notion	n: a general idea or understanding of something, particularly an abstract or complex concept; a belief or opinion, often one that is not based on solid evidence or facts
resonate	v: to be filled with a deep echoing sound
thresh	v: to separate the edible parts of grain from the husks or straw by beating or crushing; to strike or beat repeatedly
gill	n: a respiratory organ of fish and some other aquatic animals that extracts dissolved oxygen from water and excretes carbon dioxide
pectoral	adj: relating to or located in the chest area, particularly the muscles or organs of the chest; relating to the breast or chest
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
visible	adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view
strike	v: to wallop somebody or something with the hand, fist, or weapon; to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
crucify	v: to execute someone by nailing or binding them to a cross, leaving them there to die
obsess	v: to fill the mind of someone continually so that one can’t think of anything else
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
conservation	n: the protection of something important, such as the natural environment or artificial structures, especially from the damaging effects of human activity
largely	adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree
government	n: the group of people with authority to control a country or state
outlaw	v: to make something illegal; (noun) a person who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
longline	n: a type of fishing gear consisting of a long main line with many smaller baited lines attached to it at intervals; a type of clothing or fashion style that is distinguished by long, flowing lines and loose, comfortable shapes
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
aggregate	n: a collection or sum of different things often used to describe a total or combination of items
shallow	adj: not having much distance from the top to the bottom
altitude	n: the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
dive	v: to jump into the water with your head and arms going in first, or to move down to a deeper level underwater
definitely	adv: without any question and beyond doubt; clearly
portray	v: to depict or describe someone or something in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work
monster	n: an imaginary creature that is large and has various human and animal parts; someone or something large and powerful
overly	adv: to a greater degree than is appropriate or desirable
threaten	v: to utter intentions of injury or punishment against someone
scary	adj: causing fear or fright; frightening; intimidating
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
strobe	n: a device that produces a rapid series of intense flashes of light, often used in photography or entertainment; an instrument for studying the motion of a rapidly moving object by flashing a light on it at regular intervals
shadow	n: a dark area or shape cast by an object blocking the passage of light; an area in darkness or shade; a reflected image or copy of something; a person, activity, or influence that follows or accompanies someone or something closely and persistently, often in a secretive or ominous manner
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
elusive	adj: difficult to find, define, achieve, or remember
hammerhead	n: a type of hammer with a head that is wider than the handle; a type of shark with a distinctive hammer-shaped head
solitary	adj: existing, living, or doing without others
creature	n: a living being, especially an animal
deficient	adj: lacking something needed or normal
mate	n: a person’s partner in marriage or romantic relationship; an animal’s sexual partner; a peer or friend; (of the game of chess) checkmate, which is the winning condition of the game
population	n: the total number of people in a country, region, or location
Atlantic	adj: relating to or located near the Atlantic Ocean, which is the second-largest ocean on Earth, located between the continents of North and South America to the west and Europe and Africa to the east
decline	v: to become gradually smaller, fewer, worse, etc.; to refuse to accept
oceanic	adj: relating to or characteristic of the ocean or its inhabitants; having to do with the vast expanse of saltwater that covers most of the Earth’s surface
pelagic	adj: relating to or inhabiting the open ocean, specifically referring to marine organisms that live or swim in the upper layers of the water column rather than close to the shore or sea floor
cage	n: a structure made of metal bars or wire in which birds or animals can be kept
biology	n: the scientific study of life and the natural processes of living things
nursery	n: a place where babies and young children are cared for while their parents are at work; a place where plants are grown and nurtured, especially for commercial purposes
protective	adj: serving to protect or shield from harm or danger; designed to prevent damage or injury
mangrove	n: a tropical coastal tree or shrub that grows in saline soil and has prop roots that help to stabilize it
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
crucial	adj: extremely vital or necessary
reef	n: a long chain or range of rocks or sand near the ocean’s surface
aft	adj: (the opposite of “forward”) located at or towards the rear or back of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle
bulldoze	v: to level or clear an area of land using a bulldozer (= a large, heavy vehicle with a blade on the front); to use force or the threat of force to make them do something or to get them to move out of the way
resort	n: a place where many people go for rest, sport, or another stated purpose; (verb) to turn to or take a course of action, especially an extreme or undesirable one, to resolve a difficult circumstance
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
leather	n: a material made from the skin of an animal, typically by tanning, and used for clothing, shoes, furniture, and other items
crawl	v: to move forward slowly, as people or animals with their bodies near the ground
moonlight	n: the light of the moon, which is reflected sunlight and is much weaker than direct sunlight; (verb) to work at a second job, often in addition to one’s regular employment, usually without the knowledge or approval of one’s employer
lineage	n: the ancestry of a person, group, or species
lifespan	n: the length of time for which a person, animal lives, or thing exists
nest	n: a structure in which animals lay their eggs or give birth to their young
condominium	n: a type of real estate property in which individuals own their own living spaces, usually within a larger complex or building where common areas such as pools and hallways are shared; a type of joint ownership arrangement
longevity	n: the property of being long-lived; significant duration of service
endangered	adj: at risk of extinction because it is facing significant threats
pacific	adj: peaceful in character or intent; tending to lessen or avoid conflict; calm or soothing in manner or tone; (noun, as “Pacific”) the largest and deepest of Earth’s oceanic divisions
hatchling	n: a young bird, reptile, or fish that has emerged from its egg
saltwater	adj: of or connected with seawater or water containing salt; living in or found in the sea
perilous	adj: involving a high degree of risk or danger; hazardous or fraught with potential harm
maturity	n: the state of being fully developed, grown, or ripe; the quality or state of being fully developed mentally, emotionally, or intellectually; the ability to make sound and responsible decisions
predator	n: an animal whose natural behavior is to prey on others
vulture	n: a large bird of prey with a bald head, sharp beak, and keen eyesight, feeding mainly on carrion (the flesh of dead animals)
predatory	adj: living by eating other animals, especially by catching prey that is still alive
offshore	adj: situated at or happening in the sea, not far from the shore or land; (of winds) coming from the land
compensate	v: to make up for a loss, injury, or inconvenience by giving something of value
clutch	v: to grasp and hold somebody or something tightly
overcome	v: to succeed in controlling or dealing with something, such as a problem or difficulty; to defeat or overwhelm someone
odds	n: the degree or probability that a particular thing will or will not happen
anthropogenic	adj: relating to or resulting from human activity or influence on the environment or climate
permission	n: consent or authorization given by someone in authority or by the owner of something, allowing someone to do something or allowing something to occur
fortunate	adj: having good luck or lucky
charismatic	adj: having a strong and magnetic personality that attracts and influences others
megafauna	n: a term used to describe large animals that lived during the Pleistocene epoch, such as mammoths, mastodons, and saber-toothed tigers, and that are now extinct
whale	n: a very large sea mammal that has a streamlined body and breathes through a blowhole on the head; a very large person; impressive in size or qualities
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
isolate	v: to physically or socially separate someone or something from other people or things
separate	v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different
distinct	adj: noticeable from something else of a similar type
calf	n: a young cow, bull, or other domestic bovine animals
brink	n: the point at which something is about to happen; the edge of a steep place
extinction	n: the complete disappearance of a species from the earth
rebound	v: to spring back into a former shape or position after being compressed or stretched
urban	adj: relating to or located in a town or city
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
coal	n: a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock that is found below the ground and burnt to produce heat
burning	adj: intense or scorching heat
background	n: the details of a person’s social heritage, such as family, vocational or educational experience; past information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem
toxin	n: a poisonous substance produced by a living organism, such as a plant, animal, or microorganism; a chemical compound that can cause harm or illness to a living organism
pharmaceutical	adj: relating to the production and selling of the medical drugs
flush	v: to become red on your face, especially because you are embarrassed, angry, or hot; to rinse, clean, or empty something, especially a toilet, by causing large quantities of water to flow
reproduction	n: the process by which organisms create offspring; the production of something similar to an original work
entangle	v: to become twisted or knotted together, especially in a way that makes it difficult to separate them; to involve in something complicated or difficult to escape
gear	n: a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion; a set of tools, equipment, or other items for a particular purpose
entanglement	n: involvement in a complicated or difficult situation; a tangled mass
scar	n: a mark that remains on the skin after a wound has healed
shed	v: to get rid of something as superfluous or unwanted; to cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; (noun) an outbuilding with a single story, mainly used for shelter or storage
lobster	n: a marine crustacean with a hard, often brightly colored shell, a pair of large pincers, and a tail used for swimming
trap	n: a piece of equipment or hole for catching animals or people; (verb) to catch animals or people and prevent them from escaping
crab	n: a sea creature with two large claws and a flattened back (e.g., blue crab or king crab); a sour or grumpy person who is prone to complaining or criticizing
eventually	adv: finally, particularly after a long time or a lot of struggle, complications, and so on
nova	n: a star that suddenly becomes brighter, typically because of an explosion in its interior; a sudden increase or burst of activity or growth
autopsy	n: a medical examination performed on a dead body to determine the cause of death or identify any underlying medical conditions or injuries; a postmortem examination or necropsy (in animals)
confirm	v: to support or establish the truth or certainty of something previously believed or suspected to be the case
contrast	v: to put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
beleaguer	v: to surround, harass, or besiege with difficulties or problems; to subject to constant or repeated trouble or suffering
pristine	adj: new and completely free from dirt or contamination
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
Antarctic	n: the southernmost continent surrounding the South Pole; characterized by extremely cold temperatures and a vast ice sheet
humming	adj: producing a continuous, low, vibrating sound like that of the bee
assistant	n: someone who helps or supports someone else to do a job
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
robust	adj: sturdy and healthy in form, constitution, or construction; strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
pilgrim	n: a person who journeys, especially a long distance, to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion
cape	n: a type of long, loose outer garment that covers the back, shoulders, and arms; a headland or promontory extending into the sea or other large body of water
bay	n: a part of the coast that is partially enclosed by land; a compartment or section of a ship or building
preserve	v: to keep or maintain a particular quality, feature, etc., especially to prevent it from decaying, being damaged, or being destroyed
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
overfishing	n: the removal of too many fish from a body of water, causing a decline in population levels and harm to the ecosystem
settle	v: to reach an agreement of disagreement
progressive	adj: relating to or supporting development or advancement, especially social or political one
abundance	n: a significant amount of something; the situation in which there is too much of something
diversity	n: the quality or fact of many different types of things or people being included in something; a range of different things or people
resilient	adj: able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions
hop	v: to jump lightly and quickly on one foot or both feet; to move rapidly from one place to another; to travel using an aircraft, bus, etc.
snap	v: to record on photographic film; to make a sudden, sharp sound; (noun) the act of catching an object with the hands
predict	v: to state beforehand that something will happen in the future, mainly based on knowledge or experience
predate	v: to have existed or happened earlier than something
urchin	n: a poor and mischievous young child, usually living on the street or in a disadvantaged community; a small, spiny marine animal with a round body and long, pointed spines
acre	n: a unit of land area in the US Customary System and the British Imperial System, equal to 4,840 square yards (= 4,047 square meters)
behold	v: to look at and observe with attention
kelp	n: a large brown seaweed that grows in cold coastal waters
emerge	v: to move out of or away from something and become visible
restore	v: to repair or return something or someone to a previous good state or position
equilibrium	n: a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced
fragile	adj: delicate or easily broken or damaged
colony	n: a country or an area that is governed by a more powerful country that is often far away
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
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
canyon	n: a large deep valley with very steep sides of rock and usually formed by a river
ecosystem	n: all the plants and living creatures in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment
nudibrank	n: (also known as a “sea slug”) a marine mollusk that belongs to the Gastropoda class and has a soft body, often characterized by its brilliant colors and unusual shapes
encrust	v: to cover or coat something with a crust (= hard outer layer), often as a result of an accumulation of materials over time
graze	v: to feed on grass or other vegetation, especially by nibbling at it repeatedly; to break the skin of a body part by scraping
stormy	adj: marked by strong winds, heavy rain, thunder, and lightning; characterized by tumultuous or rough emotions, particularly in a relationship or situation
swirl	v: to move in a circular or spiral pattern
diver	n: a person who dives, especially one who does so professionally or as a sport; a bird that dives into the water to catch fish or other prey
tolerant	adj: accepting different views, beliefs, or practices without judgment or interference
custodian	n: a person who is responsible for the care and maintenance of a building, institution, or collection; a guardian or keeper of something valuable or important