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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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physicist | n: a scientist who specializes in the field of physics | |
atomic | adj: of or relating to atom (= the smallest component of an element) | |
pile | n: a collection of objects positioned one on top of another; a large sum of something, such as money | |
nation | n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture | |
laboratory | n: a workplace for doing scientific research or teaching science; a lab | |
colleague | n: one of a group of a coworker, especially in a profession or a business | |
confuse | v: to mistake one thing for another; to make somebody hard to understand | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
clarify | v: to make something, such as a statement or situation, less confusing and more understandable | |
alien | n: a person who comes from a different country, race, or group; a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere | |
suppose | v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible | |
saucer | n: a small, shallow dish with a slightly raised edge or rim used for holding a cup or as a decorative object; a flying object that is often associated with UFO sightings | |
mere | adj: used to emphasize how insignificant or minor someone or something is | |
balloon | n: a small bag made of thin rubber or other light material that can be inflated with air or gas, used as a toy or as a decoration; (verb) to become inflated | |
pilot | n: a person who flies an aircraft, especially as a job; a person qualified to guide ships through a difficult area of water | |
slit | n: a narrow cut or opening, often made by a sharp instrument or tool; (verb) to cut or make a long, narrow opening or incision in something, typically with a sharp instrument such as a knife or scissors | |
mad | adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry | |
paraphrase | v: to restate or reword a passage in one’s own words, often to clarify or simplify the original meaning | |
universe | n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy | |
vast | adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity | |
intelligent | adj: having the capacity for thought and reason, especially to a high degree | |
civilization | n: a complex and highly organized society that has developed over time and has a dominant culture, including features such as language, religion, government, technology, and social customs | |
evolve | v: to develop gradually, or to cause the development of something or someone gradually | |
existence | n: the state or fact of someone or something existing | |
blunt | adj: having a dull or rounded edge or point; not sharp; straightforward in speech or manner, often to the point of being rude or insensitive | |
logic | n: a way of thinking or reasoning conducted or evaluated by strict validity principles; the study of correct reasoning or good arguments | |
disprove | v: to show that something is not true or correct | |
fairy | n: a mythical being of folklore and romance usually depicted as having magic powers | |
possibility | n: a chance that something may happen or be true | |
thereafter | adv: after that; subsequently | |
argue | v: to express differing opinions or points of view, often in a heated or contentious manner; to present a case or reasoning to persuade or convince others | |
technique | n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill | |
dare | v: to have the courage to do something | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
convenient | adj: useful, helpful, or quick to do | |
midst | n: the middle part of people or things | |
nowhere | adv: not in, at, or to any place; not anywhere | |
suddenly | adv: quickly and unexpectedly | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
transform | v: to change in outward structure or looks; | |
sperm | n: the reproductive cell produced by a man or male animal | |
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 | |
convince | v: to persuade someone or make someone believe that something is true | |
fellow | adj: someone who has the same job or interests as you, or is in the same class, profession, or situation as you | |
millennium | n: a span of 1000 years, or the 1000th anniversary (plural: millennia) | |
disguise | v: to hide or alter someone’s appearance to deceive or mislead others | |
observe | v: to watch or notice something carefully, often to gather information or insights; to take note of something or someone; to celebrate or commemorate a special event or occasion | |
evolution | n: a gradual process of transformation of living things | |
ape | n: a large animal with long arms, no tail, and usually a lot of body hair, including gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons | |
occasionally | adv: now and then; sometimes but not often | |
kidnapping | n: the act of taking somebody away illegally and holding them captive | |
pyramid | n: a polyhedron having a polygonal base and triangular sides with a common vertex; a massive monument with a square base and four triangular sides, begun by Cheops around 2700 BC as royal tombs in ancient Egypt | |
discount | n: a reduction in the original price of an item, product, or service; a deduction from the usual cost or value of something; (verb) to disregard or minimize the importance of something; to offer a lower price for a product or service than its original price | |
odd | adj: strange or unexpected; not divisible by two | |
unaccountable | adj: not able to be explained or justified, often in a way that suggests something suspicious or dishonest is going on; not responsible or answerable for one’s actions or behavior | |
weird | adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain | |
prolong | v: to extend the duration or length of something, particularly a period of time or an event | |
frequent | adj: happening constantly | |
absolutely | adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly | |
encounter | v: to face something, particularly something unpleasant or difficult, while attempting to do something else; to meet, especially unexpectedly | |
jersey | n: a knitted garment typically made of wool or cotton, worn as a shirt or pullover | |
edition | n: a particular form or version in which a text, especially a printed book, magazine, or newspaper, is published; | |
release | v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement | |
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 | |
par | n: a state of being equal to someone or something | |
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 | |
horrible | adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust | |
sunburn | n: a painful reddening of the skin caused by overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays | |
largely | adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree | |
rental | n: the act or process of renting or leasing something, usually for a fixed period of time and in exchange for payment; the property or item that is rented or leased | |
satellite | n: an electronic device that is sent up into space and moves around the Earth or another planet, used for gathering information or communicating by radio, television, etc. | |
blink | v: to shut and open the eyes quickly; to gleam or glow in a regular or intermittent way | |
typical | adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things | |
junk | n: discarded or unused material or objects, often considered worthless or of little value; also used to describe cheap or poorly made items or food that is high in calories but lacking in nutrition | |
sore | adj: painful or sensitive to the touch; inflamed or irritated; feeling deep distress, grief, or regret | |
boardwalk | n: a path or walkway, usually raised and made of wood, along or near a beach, boardwalk, or waterfront area, often used for recreation or pedestrian traffic | |
mingle | v: to mix or blend in, especially socially; to associate with others in a friendly, informal manner | |
humming | adj: producing a continuous, low, vibrating sound like that of the bee | |
cosmos | n: another name for the universe, mainly used when it is thought of as an ordered system | |
elderly | adj: (a polite word for) old | |
neat | adj: clean or tidy, with everything in its place | |
suit | n: a set of clothes that are made from the same material; a claim or complaint that a person or organization can file in court against another party; (verb) to be fit or acceptable for | |
cardigan | n: a knitted sweater or jacket that opens in the front and often has buttons or a zipper, typically made of wool or a similar material | |
chill | n: a feeling of coldness that makes one shiver; (verb) to make cool or cooler | |
detective | n: a person whose job it is to find out information about crimes and find out who did them | |
interrupt | v: to say or do something that causes someone to stop in their speech or action | |
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 | |
stroll | v: to walk somewhere in a slow, relaxed way and with no apparent aim | |
sweetheart | n: an affectionate term for a person, often a romantic partner, who is loved or cherished | |
precise | adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited | |
entirely | adv: completely | |
tease | v: to make fun of someone or make jokes about them, either in a playful way or to upset them; to separate the fibers of something; to ruffle a person’s or animal’s hair by combing | |
rub | v: to move one’s hand or an object over the surface of something with pressure | |
mask | v: to conceal something; (noun) a covering that you wear over your face to hide it | |
giant | adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are | |
almond | n: a type of nut that comes from the almond tree widely cultivated for its edible seeds, which is enclosed in a hard, ridged outer casing called a shell, that can be eaten raw or roasted and is often used in baking and as an ingredient in various dishes | |
unblinkingly | adv: without blinking or looking away; with unwavering focus or attentiveness | |
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 | |
fir | n: a type of tall evergreen tree that is native to the northern hemisphere, with needle-like leaves and cones that stand upright on the branches | |
laser | n: a device that emits powerful and narrow light that can be used as a tool to cut metal through a process of optical amplification | |
knob | n: a round handle, especially one used for opening or closing a door, drawer, or cabinet | |
claw | n: a curved, pointed appendage found on the foot or leg of an animal, used for gripping or grasping; a human hand with long, narrow fingers that are curved like a claw; a machine or tool with a claw-like opening used for gripping or lifting objects | |
misunderstand | v: to interpret or understand something in the wrong way | |
swamp | n: an area of low-lying land that is flooded or saturated with water, often having a growth of natural vegetation | |
dune | n: a hill or ridge of sand that is formed by the wind and found in deserts, coastal areas, or other locations with loose, sandy soil | |
naturally | adv: as might be expected; by natural manners | |
curl | v: to form or make something form into a curved or spiral shape; (noun) a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles | |
jean | n: a sturdy cotton twill fabric, typically blue, used for jeans and other clothing | |
injury | n: harm done to a person’s or an animal’s body caused by an accident or an attack | |
ankle | n: the part or joint connecting the foot to the leg | |
ace | n: a playing card with a single symbol or mark that is typically the highest in value or rank in a particular card game; a person who is very skilled or successful in a specific activity or field | |
crutch | n: a device used to provide support or stability to a person with limited mobility or strength, such as a cane, walker, or pair of crutches; anything that is relied upon excessively or used as a way of avoiding difficulty or responsibility | |
presume | v: to suppose or assume something to be true, often without sufficient evidence or proof; to take liberties, behave impolitely, or overstep one’s bounds, often due to arrogance or ignorance | |
novel | n: an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story; (adjective) original and of a kind not seen before | |
fan | n: a person who admires and supports a person, group, sport, sports team, etc.; a device for creating a current of air by the movement of a surface or surfaces | |
sandworm | n: a type of burrowing worm found in sandy or muddy areas, widely used as bait in fishing | |
embarrass | v: to cause someone to feel awkward, worried, or ashamed | |
connoisseur | n: a person who is knowledgeable and discerning about a particular subject, particularly the arts, food, or drink; an expert with refined tastes and opinions | |
feat | n: a notable or impressive achievement, especially one that requires great skill or bravery | |
desert | n: arid land with little or no vegetation often covered with sand or rocks | |
apropos | adj: concerning a particular topic; fitting or appropriate in a given situation; (adverb) at the right time; incidentally or by the way | |
lynch | v: to put to death or punish (usually by hanging) without legal authorization or due process, often as an act of mob justice or vigilante action; (noun) a violent punishment, often extrajudicial, in which a mob or group of people seize and kill someone, usually by hanging, as a form of punishment or vengeance | |
deformity | n: a physical abnormality or distortion | |
guild | n: an organization or association of individuals in a particular trade, profession, or field formed for mutual aid and protection or for furthering their collective interests | |
navigate | v: to plan and direct the way that a ship, plane, etc. will travel, often by using a map | |
fetus | n: an unborn or unhatched animal in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal | |
creature | n: a living being, especially an animal | |
mist | n: a cloud of very small drops of water collecting in the air just above the ground or water | |
psychedelic | adj: relating to or characterized by the use of drugs or the effects that produce altered perceptions, heightened awareness, and vivid imagery; describing art, music, or fashion characterized by bright colors, bold patterns, and unconventional designs | |
spice | n: a dried seed, fruit, root, bark, or vegetable substance primarily used to season or flavor food | |
swirl | v: to move in a circular or spiral pattern | |
interact | v: to communicate or react with somebody | |
isolation | n: the condition of being alone or lonely; the act or state of separation between persons or groups | |
pace | n: the speed at which someone or something moves, or the rate at which something happens or changes | |
ridiculous | adj: very silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at | |
conclude | v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning | |
abduct | v: to take someone away illegally to an undisclosed location by force, usually to extract a ransom | |
communal | adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use | |
recollection | n: the act of remembering or the state of being remembered | |
brain | n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling | |
trauma | n: an emotional wound or shock often has long-lasting effects caused by a highly upsetting or shocking experience | |
communion | n: the act or condition of exchanging or sharing thoughts and feelings; (Christianity) the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist | |
lifelong | adj: lasting for the whole of someone’s life | |
phenomenon | n: something that exists and can be perceptible, especially one that is not fully understood | |
rectum | n: the final segment of the large intestine, responsible for storing and expelling fecal matter from the body | |
probe | n: a tool used for testing or examining, especially for medical or scientific purposes, or an exploratory mission to a planet or other celestial body; (verb) to investigate, examine, or search into something | |
enormous | adj: extremely large or great | |
sketch | n: a simple, quickly-made picture that does not have many details; a short descriptive summary of something | |
decide | v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options | |
puppet | n: a doll or figure that is manipulated by strings, wires, or hands to represent a person or animal; a person who is controlled or manipulated by someone else | |
surprisingly | adv: in a way that causes amazement or wonder | |
sequence | n: a series of related events, actions, numbers, etc., which have a particular order | |
ponder | v: to think deeply or carefully about something | |
quest | n: a long or challenging search for something | |
crumble | v: to break or fall apart into small pieces or fragments, especially due to age, decay, or lack of support | |
topless | adj: lacking a top or covering, typically used to refer to clothing, vehicles, or establishments that do not have an upper part | |
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 | |
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 | |
feral | adj: wild, untamed, or having returned to a wild or untamed state after being domesticated; characteristic of an animal that lives and reproduces freely in its natural habitat | |
dock | n: a structure or platform that extends from the shoreline into a body of water, used for loading and unloading ships or boats; an enclosed area of water used as a basin for shipping or pleasure boats; a place where a ship can be repaired or maintained | |
clinic | n: a building or hospital department where people can go for medical care or advice, especially of a particular condition | |
district | n: a part of a country or town, especially one with particular features | |
bustle | v: to move or act energetically and noisily; (noun) a rapid active commotion | |
exhausted | adj: extremely tired | |
freckle | n: a small, pigmented spot on the skin, typically of the face that is caused by exposure to sunlight | |
multiply | v: to add a number to itself a specified number of times; to increase or cause to increase very much in number or quantity | |
cluster | n: a group of similar things or people close together, often forming a distinct mass or unit | |
tan | v: to become brown as a result of exposure to the sun | |
nervous | adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves | |
outcome | n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc. | |
pedestrian | n: a person who is in the street, especially in an area where vehicles go | |
scoot | v: to move or glide along quickly and smoothly on a surface, especially on a scooter or similar device | |
moving | adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy | |
constellation | n: a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern and have a name; a group of related or similar ideas, things, or people | |
shift | n: a slight transition in position, direction, or trend | |
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. | |
appreciate | v: to value and acknowledge the worth of someone or something; to be grateful for something or someone | |
vastness | n: the extent or size of something, often describing an ample space or area; the quality of being immense or immense in scale | |
distract | v: to draw someone’s attention away from what they are trying to do | |
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 | |
align | v: to put or arrange two or more things in a straight line or to form a straight line | |
relief | n: a feeling of happiness and relaxation that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced | |
laughter | n: the act or sound of laughing | |
clap | v: to hit your hands together and make a short and loud noise, mainly to show your approval or praise | |
scar | n: a mark that remains on the skin after a wound has healed | |
insert | v: to put something inside something else | |
buttock | n: either of two fleshy masses at the lower end of the human trunk, formed mainly by the gluteal muscles and used for sitting and walking; the hindquarters of an animal | |
probable | adj: likely to happen or likely to be true | |
replace | v: to take the place of something | |
clone | n: a plant or animal whose genetic information is identical to that of a parent organism from which it was created; an unauthorized copy or imitation |