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Word	Meaning	Advanced
peculiar	adj: odd and uncommon, sometimes in an unpleasant way
cognitive	adj: of or relating to mental processes of understanding
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
threaten	v: to utter intentions of injury or punishment against someone
biodiversity	n: the number and variety of plants and animals that exist in a particular area or the world and make a balanced environment
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
vein	n: a blood vessel that carries blood from various parts of the body back to the heart; a mineral deposit or layer of rock that is contained within another rock formation
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
juncture	n: a critical point or moment in time, often indicating a key decision or turning point; a place or point of connection, such as a joint or seam
mentor	n: a person who helps and advises a younger or less experienced person over time, usually at work or school
landscape	n: an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view; a large area of land, especially in the country and relating to its appearance
recognize	v: to acknowledge or realize something or someone; to identify, remember, or become aware of something that was previously known or encountered
mysterious	adj: difficult to understand, explain, or identify; having an aura of secrecy, intrigue, or puzzlement
affinity	n: a natural liking or attraction to something; kinship by marriage or adoption
native	adj: connecting with or describing someone’s birth country or place of birth, or someone born in a specific country or place
independence	n: freedom from another’s or others’ control or influence
consequence	n: the outcome of a particular action or event, especially relative to an individual
presumption	n: an idea or belief taken to be true without proof or confirmation; an assumption or hypothesis based on incomplete evidence or understanding; a forward or audacious attitude or behavior that assumes too much authority or familiarity
hometown	n: the town or city where one was born or grew up
invade	v: to enter aggressively into another’s territory by military force for conquest and occupation
befall	v: to happen or occur, especially unexpectedly or by chance; to affect or happen to someone or something in a negative or unfortunate way
denounce	v: to speak out against; to strongly criticize something or someone
bomb	n: a weapon that explodes and is used to kill or injure people or to cause damage to something
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
attest	v: to provide evidence or proof of something; to confirm or certify the authenticity of something; to bear witness to the truth of something
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
equivalent	n: having the same value, quality, meaning, purpose, etc.
presence	n: the fact or state that someone or something exists, occurs, or is present
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
ascribe	v: to attribute something to a particular cause or source
admiration	n: the feeling or attitude of respect and approval for someone or something
complexity	n: the state or quality of being complicated or intricate and difficult to understand
moral	adj: concerned with the principles of what is right and wrong, fairness, honesty, etc.
awareness	n: the fact or state of knowing something exists and is important
heritage	n: the culture and traditions that are passed down from previous generations
guilt	n: the fact of having committed something illegal; the negative feelings caused by believing or knowing that you have done something wrong
defeat	v: to win against somebody in a fight, war, or attempt
defiance	n: behavior characterized by an open refusal to obey someone or something
bravado	n: a bold, swaggering display of courage or confidence that is intended to impress or intimidate people, often in a way that is exaggerated or insincere
typical	adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things
mindset	n: the established set of attitudes or fixed ideas held by someone
perforce	adv: by necessity; inevitably; used to convey that something must be done or is unavoidable
virtually	adv: almost completely
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
reckless	adj: marked by a lack of care about danger and the likely results of your actions
condescension	n: an attitude of patronizing superiority or disdain towards others, often based on a feeling of superiority or arrogance
era	n: a period that is distinct from others, typically in history
acknowledge	v: to accept or admit the existence, reality, or truth of something; to accept that someone or something has a particular authority or quality; to express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for someone’s help, commitment, etc.;
labor	n: productive work, especially physical work done for wages; the people who do manual or physical work in a country or company for wage; (verb) to work hard or to strive and make an effort to reach a goal
vineyard	n: a farm where grapes are grown to produce wine
quarter	n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion
kingdom	n: the country ruled by a king or queen
upstate	adj: relating to or located in the region that is located in the northern part of a state or country, particularly in the United States
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
reassure	v: to cause someone to feel sure; to give or restore confidence
auditor	n: a person who officially examines and verifies financial accounts and records; an official who evaluates and reports on the quality or effectiveness of something
surround	v: to be all around something or somebody
bevy	n: a large group or collection of people or things, particularly a group of birds or women
function	n: the purpose or use of an object, system, or process; a particular activity or operation that is designed to serve a specific purpose; a mathematical concept that describes a relationship between two sets of values, called the input and output sets; (verb) to operate or work in a specific way, or to perform a particular task or purpose
entourage	n: a group of people who attend or surround an important and influential person
puck	n: a small, hard rubber disc used in ice hockey and other related games; a mischievous or playful sprite or demon in folklore and mythology
widow	n: a woman whose spouse has died and who has not remarried
grandchild	n: a child of someone’s son or daughter
resemble	v: to look like or be similar to someone or something
minus	adj: subtracting or taking away; having a value less than zero
loincloth	n: a piece of cloth worn around the hips and covering the genitals, often worn as a basic garment or for ceremonial or athletic purposes
orthopedic	adj: relating to the branch of medicine concerned with the correction or prevention of deformities, disorders, or injuries of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments
province	n: the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
empire	n: a group of countries ruled by one leader or government
ostracize	v: to exclude someone from a group or society by general consent; to avoid speaking to or dealing with intentionally
par	n: a state of being equal to someone or something
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
anyhow	adv: anyway; regardless of what has happened or been said
succeed	v: to accomplish or achieve a desired or intended result or goal; to prosper or attain success in a given field or endeavor
operate	v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something
commerce	n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale
modest	adj: having or showing a humble estimate of one’s merits, importance, etc.; free from vanity, egotism, boastfulness, or great pretensions
considerable	adj: large in size, extent, amount, or significance; noteworthy or substantial in importance
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
textile	n: any type of cloth made by weaving or felting or knitting
engineer	n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software
assured	adj: confident and sure; having no doubts or worries
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
instruction	n: detailed direction, order, etc., on how to do or use something
summon	v: to order someone to come to or be present at a specific place such as a court, or to arrange a meeting formally
watchman	n: a person who guards or keeps watch over a particular place, property, or group of people, often during the night; a person who is on the lookout for potential dangers or threats
employee	n: a person who is hired to work for a business or organization in exchange for wages or salary; a worker
hosiery	n: garments made of tightly knit fabric designed to cover and fit closely over the feet and legs, such as stockings or socks
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
shovel	n: a tool with a handle and broad scoop or blade used for digging or moving Earth, coal, snow, or other granular materials
confront	v: to face, meet or deal with a problem or difficult situation or person
wax	n: a substance that is solid at room temperature but becomes softer and more pliable when heated, often used in the production of candles, polishes, and cosmetics; (verb) to become large
indignant	adj: angry or resentful at what is perceived as unfair treatment
arrest	v: to take into custody
deport	v: to force someone to leave a country, typically on the grounds of illegal status or for having committed a crime
precaution	n: a measure taken in advance to prevent harm, danger, or injury; foresightfulness
cyanide	n: a highly toxic compound consisting of a carbon atom triple-bonded to a nitrogen atom, most often encountered as hydrogen cyanide or one of its salts, often used in industrial processes, insecticides, and as a lethal poison
capsule	n: a small, enclosed container often used for holding medicines or supplements or for transporting payloads in spacecraft; a small, elongated structure within the body, such as a joint or a gland
locket	n: a small, often hinged jewelry pendant or ornament that opens up to reveal a space or compartment, typically for holding a photograph or memento
handicraft	n: a skill or trade that involves making things by hand, often using traditional methods and materials, which include activities such as woodworking, sewing, pottery, and weaving
brutality	n: the quality or state of being cruel or savage
toss	v: to throw something carelessly with a light motion
twist	v: to bend or turn something into a certain shape
oversee	v: to watch and direct someone or something to make sure that it is being done correctly
brutal	adj: harsh or cruel
midway	adv: in the middle of a process or journey; halfway between two points or stages
afterward	adv: after the time mentioned
vanish	v: disappear or stop being present or existing suddenly and completely
lean	adj: having a noticeably small amount of body fat; (verb) to bend or move from a straight to a sloping posture
whisper	v: to speak very quietly to somebody using the breath rather than the voice so that only those close to you can hear you
resume	v: to continue or begin anew after a pause or interruption
embassy	n: the diplomatic building where a country’s representatives to a foreign country are based
spirit	n: the part of a person which is the seat of their mind, feelings, and character rather than their physical body; the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
reclassify	v: to divide things or people into new or different groups
pursue	v: to do something or attempt to attain something over time; to follow or seek someone or something, especially in trying to catch them
duration	n: the length of time something lasts or continues
survive	v: to live or exist despite a dangerous event or period
burning	adj: intense or scorching heat
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
locate	v: to specify or determine the exact position of someone or something
achieve	v: to successfully complete a task or goal, often through hard work, perseverance, and dedication; to attain or accomplish something that one has set out to do
immense	adj: extremely large or great
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
manufacture	v: to make goods in large numbers, usually in a factory using machines
fabric	n: cloth or other material produced by weaving wool, cotton, silk, etc., used for making clothes, covering furniture, etc.
knit	v: to make a garment or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles or a machine
aftermath	n: the consequences or results of a significant event, particularly a disaster or conflict; a period of time following a significant event
resurgent	adj: rising again; becoming active or strong again
assistant	n: someone who helps or supports someone else to do a job
racism	n: prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people based on their membership in a particular ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized
virulent	adj: extremely harmful or poisonous, especially in a physical or biological sense; highly infectious or contagious; intensely bitter or hostile
reckon	v: to think or believe something
announce	v: to make something known or officially inform people about something
mayor	n: an elected official who presides over a city or town government
notoriously	adv: in a way that is well-known or widely recognized, often for something negative or scandalous; with a reputation for being infamous or notorious
segregate	v: to separate or set apart from others, often based on race, gender, or some other characteristic
hire	v: to give somebody a job
communal	adj: belonging to or used by a group rather than individuals; for common use
minister	n: a person appointed to or a job of a head of a government department
seed	n: a small, hard, often round, a reproductive structure that contains a plant’s genetic material and is capable of growing into a new plant
foreman	n: a person in charge of a group of workers, typically in a factory, construction site, or other industrial settings; a juror who presides over jury deliberations and speaks for the group in court
install	v: to fix furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position so that it can be used; put into an office or a position
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
abandon	v: to leave a place, thing, or person with no intention of returning; (noun) a feeling of extreme emotional intensity
vicinity	n: the area or region surrounding or in the general vicinity of a particular place or location; a nearby or neighboring region
mast	n: a long pole aboard a boat or ship that holds up the sails
initial	adj: of or happening at the beginning; (noun) the first letter of a word, especially a person’s name
facility	n: a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
hem	n: the edge or border of a piece of cloth, typically sewn to prevent fraying or unraveling; a small margin or border around something; (verb) to fold the edge of a piece of fabric and sew it down to create a neat and secure finish
shuffle	v: to move or mix around in a casual or unorganized way; to walk with short, dragging steps
steppe	n: a vast, wide, and usually treeless plain, typically found in semi-arid or arid regions, characterized by fertile soil and grassy vegetation, often used for grazing livestock; an expansive and open grassland ecosystem found in Eurasia and North America
fountain	n: a structure usually consisting of a basin and a jet of water that is sprayed into the air, often used for decoration or as a source of drinking water
integrate	v: to combine one thing with another so that they form a whole or work together; to accept equal participation for members of all races and ethnic groups
wage	n: a particular amount of money that somebody earns, usually every week or every month, for work or services
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
inevitably	adv: in a manner that cannot be avoided or prevented
swoop	v: to rapidly or forcefully descend upon something or someone from a great height or distance; to rush or pounce upon
achievement	n: a thing that someone has accomplished, primarily through their effort and ability
conduct	v: to organize and carry out a particular activity
shrewd	adj: marked by sharp intelligence and keen awareness; having good judgment and practical know-how; characterized by a savvy or astute manner
idealist	n: a person who is guided by ideals or principles rather than practical considerations or reality; a person who seeks to achieve a particular vision or goal for the betterment of society or humanity
saint	n: a person who is recognized as having an exceptional degree of holiness, virtue, or devotion
retire	v: to withdraw from one’s position or occupation, especially because of age
adopt	v: to choose to follow something; to legally take a child from another family and care for them as if they were one’s own
audit	n: an official inspection of the accounting procedures and records of business by a trained accountant or CPA that is independent of the subject; a methodical inspection or review of a specific condition or situation
semester	n: one of the periods that the school or university divided into, especially in the US and Australia; a half-year term
tendency	n: an inclination or predisposition towards a particular behavior, attitude, or course of action; a natural or prevailing tendency or characteristic
affectionate	adj: showing fondness, love, or affection towards someone or something; expressing care and tenderness in gestures, words, or actions toward others
sundry	adj: various or diverse; of different kinds or sorts; miscellaneous
faculty	n: an inborn or natural ability to hear, see, think, move, etc.; a department or group of the university concerned with a major division of knowledge
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
honor	n: high regard or great respect for someone; the quality of having and doing based on a keen sense of morality; (verb) to show respect towards someone
catalog	n: a complete list of items, often including technical details and prices
conspicuously	adv: in a way that is easily seen or noticed; obviously; prominently
preside	v: to be in charge of or to lead a meeting, ceremony, or organization
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
survivor	n: a person who remains alive after an event in which others have died
humor	n: the quality of being amusing or funny; the liquid parts of the body
interdisciplinary	adj: (also “transdisciplinary”) involving or combining several academic disciplines or fields of study
screening	n: the process of evaluating or testing individuals or objects to determine their suitability or potential problems; a showing of a film or movie for a select group of viewers before its general release
segment	n: a part or section of something; a distinct group within a larger whole
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
medieval	adj: relating to or belonging to the Middle Age that is for the period of A.D.600 to A.D. 1450
knight	n: a mounted soldier in the past, typically one of noble birth trained to fight in armor; (today in Great Britain) a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit
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
rocky	adj: full of or abounding in rocks; of, relating to, or made of rock
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
specter	n: a ghostly or haunting image or apparition; a threatening or ominous presence that causes fear or anxiety
fellow	adj: someone who has the same job or interests as you, or is in the same class, profession, or situation as you
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
cloak	n: a type of loose, outer garment worn over the shoulders and fastened at the neck, often with a hood; something that covers or conceals something else; a mask or disguise
embrace	v: to accept something willingly and enthusiastically; (noun) the act of clasping another person in the arms as in greeting or affection
ghastly	adj: causing great horror or fear; shockingly unpleasant or bad
tremulous	adj: tending to shake or quiver; timid
passion	n: intense, driving, or overpowering feeling or conviction
opera	n: a drama set to music, in which the words are sung rather than spoken
occasion	n: a time or event that is suitable or appropriate for something to happen or be done; a particular event or circumstance that requires or allows for something to be done
delight	n: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness
reject	v: to refuse to accept, consider, or use something or someone
castle	n: a large building, typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and often a moat
concerto	n: a composition for one or more solo instruments and an orchestra, typically in three movements
compose	v: to write music, poetry, or formal writing; to constitute or make up a whole, or a specified part of it
leukemia	n: a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, in which abnormal white blood cells are produced and grow uncontrollably
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
concert	n: a musical performance given in public by one or more players or singers
movement	n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively
marked	adj: having a noticeable feature or distinctive quality; easily noticeable or obvious
adagio	n: a slow tempo in music, slower than andante but faster than largo
religioso	adj: instructing musicians to perform the indicated section of the composition in a religious, devotional, or solemn manner; deeply pious, devoted, or religious
incorporate	v: to include something as a part of a larger entity
composition	n: the different parts of something’s elements or ingredients; the way in which the different components are organized; a piece of music written by someone
grave	n: a place where a dead body is buried, typically marked by a headstone or other memorial; a very serious, solemn, or important matter; (verb) to carve, cut, or etch a design, inscription, or mark onto a hard surface, such as stone or metal; (adjective) serious, solemn, or weighty in nature
forth	adv: forward, outward, or onward in location, direction, or progress; into view or consideration; with confidence, boldness, or in the open
iniquity	n: immoral or unfair behavior; wickedness; a grossly immoral or unjust act or situation
tide	n: the cyclical rise and fall of sea level caused by the moon’s gravitational pull
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
gentle	adj: having or showing a kindly or tender nature; soft and mild
reproach	n: the expression of disapproval, blame, or disappointment towards someone for their actions or behavior; an act of criticizing or rebuking someone; (verb) to express disapproval or disappointment
fundamental	adj: forming an essential base or core from which everything else develops or is affected
vow	v: to make a promise or commitment, usually formal and solemn
conclude	v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning
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
differ	v: to be not like someone or something in some way
release	v: to set free or allow to escape from confinement
stick	v: to put something, usually a sharp object, into something; to restrict yourself to doing or using one certain thing and not change; (noun) a thin piece of wood or other material
sand	n: finely granulated particles of rock or mineral material typically found along beaches, deserts, or riverbeds; used in construction, landscaping, and other applications requiring drainage or abrasive action
skein	n: a length of thread or yarn loosely coiled and knotted; a tangled or twisted mass of something; a flock of geese or other waterbirds in flight
immediately	adv: now or without delay
surgeon	n: a doctor who is trained to perform medical operations that involve cutting open a person’s body
pioneer	n: inventor; explorer; someone who is among the first to achieve something
surgery	n: medical treatment of injuries or diseases involving an incision with instruments and often removing or replacing some parts of the body; the branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures
tinker	v: to make repairs, adjustments, or improvements to something, especially in an experimental or makeshift way
garage	n: a building or part of a building used to store a vehicle or vehicles, typically a car
device	n: a piece of equipment, tool, or technology that serves a particular purpose or function, often mechanical or electronic
procedure	n: a way of doing something, especially the official or well-known way
prodigious	adj: remarkable or extraordinary in size, amount, or degree; extraordinary in ability or talent
collector	n: a person who collects or gathers objects as a hobby or for personal interest; someone who accumulates or acquires a specific type of item
intern	v: to put someone in prison, especially for political or military reasons; (noun) a student or trainee who works, sometimes for free, to get work experience or to fulfill qualification criteria
moving	adj: causing strong emotions or feelings, especially sadness or sympathy
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
colonial	adj: of or relating to a colony (= a territory that is controlled by a more powerful country); to the period of time during which a country or region was a colony
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
ceramics	n: objects made from materials such as clay that are hardened by heat, often to create functional or decorative items
codex	n: a manuscript book, especially one written in the medieval period, before the invention of printing
enabling	adj: providing the means, support, or resources necessary for something to happen or be achieved; allowing or encouraging a particular behavior or activity
scholar	n: professor; a person who studies a topic in considerable depth, particularly in a university
relate	v: to establish a connection or association between two or more things; to narrate or tell about an event, experience, or relationship; to empathize or feel sympathy with someone or something
pictograph	n: a symbol or picture that represents a word, phrase, or concept; a form of communication that uses pictures or symbols to convey information
hieroglyph	n: a writing system using picture symbols, such as the one used in ancient Egypt
script	n: a written text of a film, play, broadcast, or speech; something written by hand
pause	v: to take a short break from talking or doing something before continuing
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
pride	n: a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s achievements
resistance	n: the act of defending oneself from an aggressor or refusing to accept something
ceiling	n: a room’s top interior surface
cram	v: to force or try to fit a large amount of information into a short time, especially in preparation for an examination; to force or try to fit a large amount of something into a small space
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
ingratiate	v: to try to gain favor, approval, or acceptance by doing or saying things that please others; to make oneself more attractive or agreeable to someone
dazzling	adj: shining brightly; highly attractive or exciting
invite	v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place
trustee	n: a person or institution appointed or designated to hold or manage the assets or affairs of another person or organization, often entrusted with a high level of responsibility and fiduciary duty
privately	adv: in a private manner; not publicly; secretly
convene	v: to come or bring together a group of people for a meeting or activity
president	n: the leader of a republic, for example, the US; the person in charge of the organization such as a company, university, club, etc.
enormity	n: the quality of being extremely evil or wicked; the vastness of size or extent
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)
universe	n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
introduction	n: a preliminary explanation or remarks given before the start of a text, performance, or event; the act of bringing something new into existence or introducing something to a wider audience or new market
skyline	n: the outline of buildings and other structures against the sky, especially when viewed from a distance
trample	v: to step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury
furious	adj: extremely angry; full of rage
argument	n: a set of statements or reasons used to support or refute a proposition or theory; a verbal or physical fight or dispute
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
harry	v: to persistently harass, badger, or bother someone or something; to persistently attack or pursue an opposing force or target
potter	n: a person who makes pottery, objects that are made of clay and then fired in a kiln to make them hard and durable; (verb, also putter) to occupy oneself in a leisurely or casual way, often with no particular goal or aim in mind
disagree	v: to have or express a different opinion, idea, etc.
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
spare	adj: additional to what is necessary for ordinary use; (verb) to give time, money, space, etc. to someone
reel	n: a cylinder on which film, wire, or other flexible materials that can be wound
wit	n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way
bet	v: to risk money on the result of an event or a competition, such as a race or game, to get more money; to have faith or confidence in something
concede	v: to acknowledge or admit the truth or existence of something often reluctantly
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
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
extraordinary	adj: exceptional, unexpected, very unusual; surpassing the ordinary or usual
precise	adj: sharply exact or accurate or delimited
insatiable	adj: impossible to satisfy or content; having a strong desire or craving that is excessive or unquenchable
curiosity	n: a strong desire to know or learn about something
irrepressible	adj: impossible to control, restrain, or suppress; exuberant or overflowing with energy or enthusiasm
desire	n: a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something
doomsday	n: the last day of the world when Christians believe that God will judge everyone; an unpleasant or disastrous event
scant	adj: barely sufficient or adequate; lacking in quantity or amount
passionate	adj: showing intense emotion or strong feeling; characterized by great enthusiasm or zeal; deeply committed to a cause or belief
extinguish	v: to cause a fire to stop burning or light to stop shining
daunt	v: to intimidate or discourage someone, often by making them feel afraid or uncertain; to lessen someone’s courage, enthusiasm, or spirit
appetite	n: a natural desire or craving for food or drink; a strong desire or liking for something
risible	adj: capable of causing laughter; amusing or laughable; also used to describe someone prone to laughing or inclined to laughter
esoteric	adj: intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge or interest
seditious	adj: saying or doing something that is intended to encourage or incite rebellion or resistance against an established authority or government; promoting or advocating rebellion or insurrection
define	v: to state or explain precisely the nature, scope, or meaning of something
suspect	v: to consider anything to be actual or probable