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Word	Meaning	Advanced
philosophy	n: the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about existence, reason, knowledge, values, mind
dramatist	n: (also “dramaturge”) a writer of plays, dramas, or theatrical pieces
theologian	n: an expert or student who studies theology
grapple	v: to make a strenuous effort to solve a problem; to engage in a close fight or conflict without weapons
ghetto	n: an area of a city in which members of a particular group, typically an ethnic minority, usually live in poverty and with a high population density
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
evil	adj: profoundly immoral, cruel, and wicked; having or exerting a harmful effect on people
scenario	n: a description of possible actions or events in the future; a written outline of a play, film, or literary work
jail	n: a facility where criminals are kept to be punished for their crimes; a prison
assist	v: to help someone in doing anything
fiction	n: the type of book or story, especially novels, that describes imaginary events and people; anything made up or imagined that is not true
privilege	n: a special right or advantage that only one person or group of people has, usually because they are rich and powerful in a society
impermeable	adj: not allowing liquids or gases to pass through; impervious to penetration or infiltration
permeable	adj: capable of being penetrated, passed through, or absorbed; allowing liquids, gases, or other substances to pass through a surface or material, often with ease
seduce	v: to entice someone to engage in sexual behavior or to enter into a romantic relationship
circumstance	n: the specific conditions or events that surround a particular situation or occurrence
recover	v: to return to a former condition, health, mind, or strength
reform	n: the act of improving or correcting something that is wrong or bad; a change made to correct a flaw or problem
rehabilitate	v: to restore to good health or physical condition; to help someone return to a normal life, especially after a period of illness, addiction, or imprisonment
illusion	n: a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
angel	n: a spiritual being believed to be a messenger of God often depicted as having wings and a halo
demon	n: an evil spirit, supernatural being or entity often depicted as malevolent or harmful
devil	n: a supernatural being typically represented in belief systems as an evil or mischievous spirit, often used metaphorically to describe a person or thing that is harmful, dangerous, or wicked
yin	n: in Chinese philosophy, the feminine or passive principle characterized as darkness and the moon and associated with softness, wetness, and cold
yang	n: in Chinese philosophy, the masculine or active principle characterized as light and the sun and associated with hardness, dryness, and heat
apparently	adv: based on what you have heard or read
scripture	n: the sacred writings of a particular religion or belief system, often regarded as authoritative and containing moral or spiritual teachings
disobedient	adj: refusing to follow the rules or orders, often deliberately or defiantly; showing a lack of respect for authority or established norms
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
disobedience	n: the act of refusing or failing to follow orders or rules
archangel	n: a powerful angel or heavenly being of high rank, often associated with protection, guidance, or divine messages
heaven	n: (of various religious and mythological traditions) a place or state of existence considered to be the abode of the divine, the afterlife, or a higher realm of being; a state of great happiness, contentment, or beauty
descend	v: to move downward and lower; to come from, or to be connected by a relationship of blood
hell	n: the place thought to be where bad people go and are punished after death, often depicted as being located beneath the earth; an extraordinarily unpleasant or difficult place
universe	n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
paradoxical	adj: seemingly contradictory or absurd because of having two opposite features or facts, though it is probably true
arc	n: the shape of a portion of a circle or other curved line
cosmic	adj: relating to the universe or cosmos; vast or limitless
transformation	n: a complete change in form, nature, or appearance of someone or something
context	n: the circumstances, facts, or conditions that surround a particular event, situation, or statement and that give it meaning
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
ordinary	adj: not different, exceptional, or unexpected in any way, especially in quality, ability, size, or degree
perpetrator	n: a person who carries out a harmful or illegal act, particularly one that involves violence or deception
negative	adj: having the quality of something bad or harmful; expressing refusal
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
definition	n: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol
intentionally	adv: in a planned or intended way
physically	adv: in a way related to a person’s body or appearance rather than their mind
destroy	v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely
mortal	adj: subject to death; unrelenting and deadly
commit	v: to do something illegal or wrong
humanity	n: all people living on the earth; the quality or state of being human rather than an animal, a machine, etc.
wither	v: to gradually shrink, shrivel, or become weaker, often due to lack of nourishment, age, or disease; to lose freshness, vitality, or vigor
shock	n: a strong feeling or physical reaction to a sudden and unexpected event or experience, especially something unpleasant
revelation	n: a fact that has been disclosed to others, especially a surprising one; the act of revealing or telling the fact or truth to others; communication of knowledge to humans by a divine or supernatural agency
abuse	n: the use of something in an incorrect or harmful manner
controversial	adj: causing a lot of hot public discussion and dispute
unbelievable	adj: beyond belief or understanding and extremely surprising
humiliation	n: the feeling of being made to feel ashamed or foolish
visual	adj: relating to seeing or sight
parallel	adj: being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting; of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
superintendent	n: a person who is responsible for the management or supervision of a particular organization, institution, or system, especially in an educational or public service context
immediately	adv: now or without delay
bush	n: a plant growing thickly with many small branches and several stiff stems coming up from the root
administer	v: to oversee and control the operation or arrangement of something
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
scandal	n: an action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public outrage
blame	v: to think or say that someone or something did something wrong or is responsible for something bad
rogue	n: a deceitful and unreliable person; a person who behaves badly
hypothesis	n: a proposed idea or explanation that is based on a few known facts but has not yet been proven to be true or accurate
barrel	n: a large round container made of wood, metal, or plastic, with flat ends and, usually, curved sides; one of several units of volume
witness	n: a person who sees something happen, especially a crime or an accident
sergeant	n: a rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces, typically above corporal but below staff sergeant or sergeant first class
chip	n: a small fragment of something broken off from the whole; a long and thin piece of potato fried in oil or fat
investigate	v: to conduct a systematic or formal inquiry to identify and evaluate the facts of a crime, problem, statement, etc. to establish the truth
analyze	v: to think about in-depth and evaluate to discover essential features or meaning
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
digital	adj: processing or storing information as a succession of 1 and 0 to show that a signal is present or missing; relating to the use of computer technology, especially the internet
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
reserve	v: to keep something for future use or contingency; to obtain or arrange something, such as a meeting, seat, etc., in advance
tier	n: one of a series of rows or levels arranged one above the other, typically used to describe the arrangement of objects or levels of importance
shift	n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend
intelligence	n: the ability to learn, comprehend, or make judgments or conclusions based on reasons
interrogate	v: to examine someone with questions over a lengthy period, especially in an aggressive manner
titanic	adj: of or having a great size, power, or influence; of or relating to Titanium (= a light, strong grey, lustrous, corrosion-resistant metallic element)
corporation	n: a large company or group of companies that are controlled together by law as a single unit
insurgent	adj: rising against established authority or government; characterized by rebellion, dissent, or insurgency
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
glove	n: a piece of clothing worn on the hand and wrist for protection against cold, dirt, etc., with separate parts for each finger
euphemism	n: a mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing
interpret	v: to explain or assign the meaning of information, actions, etc.
dungeon	n: a room or cell in which prisoners are held, especially underground
typewriter	n: a mechanical device used for writing, consisting of type keys that, when pressed, imprint ink onto paper or other writing material, mainly used before modern computers, printers, and word processors took over
nudity	n: the state or condition of being naked or unclothed; the absence of clothing, typically applied to the human body
graphic	adj: relating to visual art or involving the use of diagrams or illustrations; very clear and powerful
depict	v: to illustrate someone or something in a photograph
shutter	n: a hinged or sliding panel, typically made of wood or metal, that can be closed to cover or protect a window or opening; a device that controls the opening and closing of a camera lens, allowing light to enter for a specific duration
breath	n: the air that is taken into and expelled from your lungs; the process of taking into and expelling air from your lungs
horrific	adj: causing horror or disgust; gruesome and terrifying
illustration	n: a picture or diagram in a book, magazine, or newspaper that is used to explain or decorate the text; the act or process of explaining something
ode	n: a lyrical poem that expresses feelings or praise for a person, place, or thing; a poem that is marked by a prominent theme or tone
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
dirt	n: soil, dust, or any substance that makes a surface not clean; the part of the earth’s surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
stink	v: to emit a strong, unpleasant odor; to have a strong offensive smell; to be corrupt or unethical
institute	n: an organization that has a specific purpose, particularly one dealing with science, education, or a particular profession; (verb) to initiate, introduce, or establish something
secretary	n: a person whose job is to deal with correspondence, keep records, and do administrative work for a company or organization
defend	v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc.
responsible	adj: answerable or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management
reframe	v: to reinterpret, rephrase, or redefine an issue, situation, or question in a different way
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
wrong-headed	adj: characterized by stubborn or persistently mistaken beliefs or opinions; misguided or lacking in sound judgment or reasoning
disposition	n: a person’s inherent qualities of character or temperament; the act or means of getting rid of something
foundation	n: the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level; a fundamental basis or principle upon which something is built or established; an organization that provides funding or support for charitable or educational purposes
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
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
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
external	adj: belonging to or situated outside of someone or something
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
corrupt	adj: characterized by dishonest behavior or actions, often involving bribery, fraud, or the abuse of power for personal gain; morally or ethically flawed or polluted; (verb) to make someone or something morally depraved or causing it to become dishonest
economy	n: the system by which a country or region produces manages, and distributes goods and services, including the money and finances involved in these activities; (of an airline) the lowest-priced, most basic option for seating in commercial travel
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
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
dynamic	adj: having a lot of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm, and a strong personality; of or relating to dynamics (= the branch of physics and engineering concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies)
interplay	n: the way in which two or more things interact or influence each other
maintain	v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true
celebrate	v: to acknowledge a memorable or good day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity
infinite	adj: unlimited or very great; impossible to measure
cruel	adj: feeling or showing pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others
indifferent	adj: having no strong feelings or preferences one way or the other, neutral
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
destructive	adj: causing or able to cause tremendous and irreparable damage
villain	n: a character in a story, movie, or play which often opposes the hero, typically characterized as immoral, evil, or cruel
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.
hero	n: a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities; a character in literature or history who is central to the plot and who exhibits heroic qualities
cartoon	n: a simple drawing depicting a humorous or critical situation, often accompanied by a caption
summarize	v: to give a brief statement of the most important facts or ideas about something
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
amalgam	n: an alloy of mercury with another metal, used especially to fill holes in teeth; a mixture or combination of diverse things
personality	n: a person’s distinct combination of character, behavioral, temperamental, emotional, and mental traits that define them as an individual and set them apart from others
trait	n: a particular feature of your nature
emerge	v: to move out of or away from something and become visible
Jewish	adj: of or relating to people whose traditional religion is Judaism
holocaust	n: the systematic killing of millions of Jews and other minority groups by the Nazis during World War II, or any similar act of mass destruction
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
electrocution	n: death or serious injury caused by electric shock; the act of killing or injuring someone with electricity
haven	n: a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary; a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
improve	v: to make or become better
buck	n: a male deer; a unit of currency, especially the US dollar; a sudden jolt or movement; a young man; (verb) to resist or oppose something, such as an authority, trend, or convention
doll	n: a child’s toy that typically represents a human figure, especially a young girl; an attractive woman; a woman who is subservient or passive
stud	n: a small object with a head on one end and a sharp point on the other, used for fastening clothing, leather, or other materials; an animal used for breeding, typically a male horse or bull that is of superior breeding stock; (verb) to decorate or adorn with studs; to provide with studs for support
barber	n: a person who cuts men’s hair and shaves beards as a profession; a shop or establishment where such services are offered
clerk	n: a person who works in an office and is responsible for keeping records, writing letters, etc.; a person who works in a store and is responsible for serving customers
collar	n: a band of material worn around the neck, typically forming part of a shirt or jacket; (verb) to grab or catch hold of someone or something
genial	adj: friendly, warm, and welcoming in character; pleasantly mild or cheerful
apparatus	n: the equipment, materials, or tools that are used to perform a specific task, often in a scientific, technical, or industrial setting
lab	n: a workplace for the conduct of scientific research; a laboratory
reward	n: a thing given in acknowledgment of service, hard work, achievement, etc.
volt	n: a unit of measurement for electrical potential difference or electromotive force, equal to the force required to move one ampere of electric charge through one ohm of resistance
scream	v: to give a loud, high shout suddenly, especially because of fear, anger, excitement, etc.; to utter or declare in a very loud voice
complain	v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody
experiment	n: the scientific test conducted to observe what happens and gain new knowledge
severe	adj: extremely serious or bad in feeling, manner, or strict and harsh; extremely strong or vigorous
pornography	n: materials such as films, photographs, or written descriptions that depict or describe sexual activity graphically or explicitly, often intended to be sexually arousing
psychiatry	n: the branch of medicine concerned with the study, treatment, and prevention of mental illness
sadistic	adj: deriving pleasure from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others; cruel and brutal in a way that causes others to suffer
rebel	n: someone who resists or opposes authority or control, especially by fighting against it
quants	n: quantitative analysts or individuals who specialize in using quantitative methods, including mathematical and statistical modeling, in analyzing financial markets and making investment decisions
willingness	n: the state of being ready or inclined to do something
blind	adj: unable to see; unable or unwilling to perceive or understand the true nature of something
dial	v: to adjust or set the controls of a machine or device by turning a controller called dial; (noun) a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called
obedient	adj: willing to do what someone in authority tells you to do
artificial	adj: not natural and made by human beings; not real but produced to resemble something
validity	n: the state or quality of being true, correct, justified, or legally recognized
committed	adj: willing to put in a lot of effort, time, and energy into something; firmly believing in something
suicide	n: the act of killing yourself intentionally
murder	n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally
jungle	n: an area of tropical forest where in which trees and plants grow very thickly
pastor	n: a spiritual leader or minister in a Christian church, especially one in charge of a local congregation
priest	n: a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies, especially in the Christian faith
revere	v: to feel deep and profound respect or admiration for someone or something; to hold in high esteem
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
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
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
influence	n: the ability to affect someone’s or something’s character, growth, or behavior, or the effect itself
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
volunteer	n: a person who performs or offers to perform a job or service without being paid for or forced to do
norm	n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard
random	adj: made, done, or happening without method, conscious decision, or any regular pattern
assign	v: to give a specific job or piece of work to a someone
secondly	adv: used to introduce the second point or item in a list or series of statements, considerations, etc.
realistic	adj: having or showing a sensible and practical idea that is possible to achieve
arrest	v: to take into custody
alto	n: the second-highest vocal range in choral music, typically sung by the second-highest singers in a choir; a type of saxophone
basement	n: a room or a part of a building that is partly or entirely below ground level
degrade	v: to make something worse, especially in quality; to show or treat someone in a way that makes them seem no value and do not have the respect or reasonable opinion of others
outfit	n: a set of clothing worn together, typically for a particular occasion or activity; any cohesive unit such as a company, military, etc.
humanize	v: to make something or someone more humane or compassionate; to make something more relatable or understandable to humans
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
anonymity	n: the condition of being anonymous or unidentified; the state of not revealing one’s name, identity, or other personal information
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
bare	adj: not covered or clothed; lacking embellishment or decoration; mere or basic; undisguised or open; empty or devoid of something
humiliate	v: to cause someone to feel ashamed, embarrassed, or degraded, especially in public or through revealing personal information
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.
taunt	v: to tease or ridicule in a challenging manner
simulate	v: to make a pretense of someone’s behavior or looks; to reproduce something that exists in real life using computers, models, etc., usually for study or training purposes
Sodom	n: a city that, according to the Bible, was destroyed by God because of the wickedness of its inhabitants; also refer as sodomy, anal intercourse between men
reaction	n: a response that reveals a person’s feelings or attitude; (in chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
breakdown	n: a failure or collapse of a system or organization
emotional	adj: relating to people’s feelings
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
warrior	n: a person who engaged in or experienced warfare, especially in the past
anonymous	adj: having no known name, identity, or known source
victim	n: a person who has been harmed, injured, or otherwise negatively affected by a particular action, circumstance, or event
cult	n: a small religious group, especially one that is not part of a larger religion and that is regarded as outside the norm; followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices
lord	n: a person who has general authority, control, or power over others; a man of noble rank or high office
mask	v: to conceal something; (noun) a covering that you wear over your face to hide it
uniform	adj: always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences; (noun) the special set of clothes worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification
anthropology	n: the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics in both the present and past, including past human species
torture	n: the act of causing intense pain or suffering to someone to punish them, extract information from them, or for some other reason
mutilate	v: to cause severe damage, disfigurement, or injury, usually to a person or an animal; to destroy, alter, or damage something severely or irreparably
zone	n: a specific area, region, or section that is marked off or defined in some way
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
grease	n: a thick, oily substance used to lubricate machines, surfaces, or moving parts; fat or oil used in cooking
slippery	adj: difficult to hold firmly or stand on because it is wet or smooth; not to be trusted
slope	n: a surface with one end or side that is higher than the other
mindless	adj: lacking in awareness, thought, or attention; done without thinking or consideration; pointless or empty-headed
diffusion	n: a spreading motion in multiple directions
uncritical	adj: not willing to criticize somebody/something or to judge whether somebody/something is right or wrong
conformity	n: the act or process of complying with rules, norms, or expectations; the state of being similar or identical in form or behavior to others in a group or society
passive	adj: characterized by a lack of activity or initiative; not actively participating or engaging in something; marked by a tendency to accept things without resistance or opposition
tolerance	n: the willingness to accept or tolerate something, especially something that is different or unpleasant
inaction	n: the lack of action or activity; the state of not doing anything; the failure to take action when action is needed
indifference	n: a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or sympathy towards someone or something
unfamiliar	adj: not known or recognized; not experienced or encountered before
habitual	adj: commonly used or repeated
morality	n: principles of right and evil or good and bad behavior
disengage	v: to withdraw or separate oneself from a situation or relationship
denounce	v: to speak out against; to strongly criticize something or someone
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
reveal	v: to make known or disclose something that was previously hidden, secret, or unknown; to unveil or show something that was concealed or not visible
attempt	n: an act or effort of trying to do something, especially something difficult
humane	adj: having or showing compassion, kindness, and sympathy toward others, especially toward those who are suffering
landmark	n: a notable or important event, place, or achievement; a significant object or feature that serves as a reference point
caution	n: great care and attention that you take to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning against certain acts
tale	n: a story made up in someone’s imagination, especially one full of action and adventure
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
oversight	n: the act of supervising or watching over something; a mistake caused by not paying enough attention to something
prescription	n: a written or spoken instruction that directs a medical practitioner to prescribe a specific treatment or medication for a patient
guilty	adj: feeling responsible for or having done something wrong or criminal
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
leadership	n: the ability, act, or status of leading a group of people or an organization
contribute	v: to give something, especially money or goods, to provide or achieve something together with other people
occurrence	n: an event, incident, or happening; something that happens or takes place
undiscovered	adj: not yet found or known
paradigm	n: a standard or typical example of something; a pattern or model
medical	adj: relating to the treatment of illness or injuries; relating to the practice of medicine
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
situ	adj: short for “situated,” meaning located or placed in a particular position or circumstance
systemic	adj: affecting or related to the whole of something, especially the human body or a society
vector	n: a quantity that has both magnitude and direction, often used in mathematics, physics, and engineering to describe forces, velocities, or other physical phenomena; any agent (person or animal, or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease
disease	n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems
prejudice	n: a thought or feeling that is unfair and makes no sense, mainly when it is formed without enough thought or knowledge
inquisition	n: a judicial or official inquiry, especially one aimed at suppressing dissent or heresy
decision	n: the act or process of making up someone’s mind about something; a choice or judgment reached after considering options
heroism	n: great courage or bravery, especially in the face of danger or adversity; the act of sacrificing oneself for a noble cause
antidote	n: a chemical substance or remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison or disease
promote	v: to encourage or persuade people to like, buy, use, do, or support something; to raise someone to a higher position or rank
heroic	adj: courageous and daring; having or displaying qualities appropriate for legendary figures that is courage and daring
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
educational	adj: relating to education or providing knowledge or instruction
heroically	adv: in a way that shows great bravery, courage, or self-sacrifice
banal	adj: lacking originality, creativity, or freshness; uninteresting or dull due to being overused or overly familiar
deed	n: something that people do or cause to happen; a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it
counterpoint	n: a musical term referring to the combination of different but harmonically related melodies or parts; a contrasting or opposing element or idea that serves to balance or complement another
tradition	n: a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has been passed down from generation to generation within a group or society
societal	adj: relating to society or social relationships
exception	n: something that is not included in a general rule or pattern; a person or thing that is excluded or stands apart from others
supernatural	adj: of or relating to existence outside the natural world; not able to be explained by natural laws
talent	n: a natural ability to be good at something; someone who has a natural ability to be good at something
mad	adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry
inflame	v: to cause very strong feelings such as anger or excitement in a person or a group of people
hostile	adj: unfriendly or aggressively opposed
inspire	v: to make somebody fill with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm, especially to do something creative
encourage	v: to give someone support, confidence, or hope; to persuade someone to do or continue to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do
matte	adj: having a surface without a shine, luster; non-glossy
workshop	n: a place where people work, especially one where they do manual or practical work; a brief intensive course for a small group
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
deviant	adj: markedly different or departing from what is normal or expected
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
centric	adj: tending towards or focused on a particular center, point, or perspective, sometimes to the exclusion of others; emphasizing or prioritizing a specific thing or group; (noun) something that is at the center or core of a specific thing or system
egocentric	adj: centered on oneself or one’s interests to the exclusion of others; overly focused on one’s own needs, desires, or opinions and disregarding those of others
subway	n: an underground railway system, typically in a city
construct	v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
clearance	n: the act of removing or getting rid of something; official permission or authorization to proceed or act; the process of checking that an area is clear of people or things, especially before a military or security operation
moral	adj: concerned with the principles of what is right and wrong, fairness, honesty, etc.
imperative	adj: very important or requiring attention or action
Arthurian	adj: relating to king Arthur and the tales and legends associated with him
cheat	v: to act dishonestly or unfairly to gain an advantage or to deceive someone; to break the rules or laws
bully	n: a person who uses strength or power to harm or intimidate those who are weaker; (verb) to intimidate, harass, or mistreat someone weaker or less powerful
oppose	v: to be against or in conflict with something or someone; to resist or to try to prevent something from happening
advocate	n: a person who supports or suggests an idea, development, or way of doing something
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
justice	n: the quality of being fair and reasonable and treating people equally according to their due