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Word	Meaning	Advanced
graham	n: a type of flour made from whole wheat that has had the bran and germ removed and is often used to make crackers or cookies; a cracker made with this type of flour
domino	n: a small, flat, rectangular block used in a game that has pairs of dots on one or both sides; a consequence of an event that sets off a chain reaction of similar events
jerry	adj: a slang term referring to something that is improvised, makeshift, or of poor quality; jerry-rigged
confer	v: to have a meeting or discussion to come to a decision or agreement or exchange ideas; to bestow something
assure	v: to give confidence or reassurance to someone; to convince or guarantee someone that something will happen or that something is true
tub	n: a large, deep, round container, typically made of metal or plastic, used for washing or soaking things, especially clothes or a person’s body
revolution	n: a large-scale attempt to overthrow the government of a country, often using violence or war;
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
excite	v: to make someone feel suddenly enthusiastic or eager
gap	n: a conspicuous disparity or difference separates something such as a figure, people, their opinions, situation, etc.
studio	n: a room or building where creative or artistic work is produced; a television or radio production company
laptop	n: a portable computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and used on your lap
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
equip	v: to provide a person or a place with the things that are needed for a particular purpose or activity
palm	n: the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers; any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves
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
blank	adj: without any writing or printing; empty or devoid of ideas, information, or meaning; unable to remember or recall information
imaginary	adj: existing only in someone’s mind
decouple	v: to disconnect or separate something from something else that it was joined to or part of previously
constraint	n: a limit or restriction on something, such as an action, behavior, or thought
glimpse	n: a brief or partial view; the act of seeing something or someone for a very short time or only partly
writ	n: a written legal order or command
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
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
psychology	n: the scientific study of mind and behavior
geopolitical	adj: of or relating to political activity or relations between countries and groups of countries, as influenced by the physical features of a country or area
sweep	v: to clean something, especially a floor or an area, by using a broom; move swiftly and smoothly
obstacle	n: a thing that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress
budge	v: to move or shift slightly, particularly with effort or resistance; to make or cause a slight change in something
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
aid	n: things sent to help countries in need, notably food or money; support
grizzled	adj: having gray or partly gray hair; having a worn or weathered appearance; marked by experience or endurance
bob	v: to move up and down quickly and repeatedly, often in a short, jerky motion; to cut, trim, or shorten hair, especially by repeatedly snipping with scissors; (noun) a hairstyle in which the hair is cut short and even all around, usually above the shoulders
utterly	adv: completely or absolutely
orphanage	n: an institution for the care of orphans (= a child whose parents are dead)
beard	n: hair that grows on a man’s face, often around the mouth and chin
magical	adj: produced by or containing supernatural powers
shining	adj: giving off or reflecting light; bright, glistening, or gleaming; characterized by impressive accomplishments or excellence
continent	n: one of the earth’s large landmasses; (adjective) abstaining from your feelings, especially your desire to have sex
royal	adj: relating to or belonging to the king or queen or a member of their family
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
famine	n: a severe shortage of food, often caused by drought, war, or economic reasons
treatment	n: the way in which someone deals with or behaves towards someone or something; medical care provided to a patient for an injury or illness.
disease	n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems
pharmacy	n: a place where medicines are prepared and dispensed; a drugstore or chemist’s
emergency	n: a sudden unforeseen crisis usually involving danger that requires immediate action
orphan	n: a child whose parents are dead or have abandoned them
stigmatize	v: to accuse, condemn, or openly or formally consider somebody or something as not deserving respect
unprecedented	adj: never having been seen, done, or known before
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
dignity	n: the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect; high office or rank or station
equality	n: the state or quality of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities; fairness and impartiality
charity	n: an organization that helps people in need, especially by providing food, shelter, or money; a kindly and sympathetic attitude toward people
justice	n: the quality of being fair and reasonable and treating people equally according to their due
poorest	adj: having the least wealth or resources
afford	v: to have enough money or time to be able to buy or do something
tsunami	n: a huge ocean wave caused by an earthquake, volcano, or other disturbance
inspiring	adj: stimulating and motivating you to want to do something
farce	n: a type of comedy that relies on ridiculous situations, improbable coincidences, and exaggerated characters to provide humor
mock	v: to make fun of someone, usually by imitating them in a witty but harsh way
piety	n: devoutness or reverence towards a higher power or moral code; a deep respect for religious ideals and traditions
doubt	n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is
quest	n: a long or challenging search for something
commitment	n: a promise or firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way
conclude	v: to come to an end or close; to reach a judgment or opinion by reasoning
hemorrhage	n: profuse bleeding, often caused by a ruptured vessel
flame	n: a bright, visible light and heat source caused by combustion; a strong, intense feeling typically associated with passion, aggression, or anger
standing	adj: existing or remaining upright; having a vertical position; (noun) social, financial, or professional status or reputation
brigade	n: a military unit typically consisting of several battalions, usually commanded by a brigadier general; a group of people organized for a particular purpose or activity
dramatic	adj: very sudden, very excellent, or full of action and excitement
crazy	adj: stupid or not sensible; very angry
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
extinguish	v: to cause a fire to stop burning or light to stop shining
countless	adj: too numerous to be counted or very many
avert	v: to prevent something dangerous or undesirable from happening
offend	v: to cause someone to feel upset, angry, or annoyed
intellect	n: the ability to think logically and comprehend information, especially at an advanced level
rigor	n: strictness or severity in opinion, temper, or judgment
crisis	n: a time of great disagreement, confusion, or danger when problems must be resolved or critical decisions must be taken
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
terror	n: intense fear; a state of intense fear or alarm
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
extremist	n: a person who holds extreme political or religious views and who is willing to use violent or illegal methods to promote those views
attempt	n: an act or effort of trying to do something, especially something difficult
chaos	n: a state of complete confusion or disorder, often characterized by a lack of predictability or control
poverty	n: the condition of being extremely poor
breed	v: to keep animals for producing offspring in a regulated manner
despair	n: the feeling that there is no hope and you cannot do anything to improve a difficult situation
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
turbulent	adj: marked by a lot of sudden changes, confusion, or uncertainty; characterized by intense activity or agitation
defend	v: to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, danger, etc.
bound	v: to move forward by leaps and bounds; to form the boundary of something
military	adj: relating to or characteristic of members of the armed forces; of or relating to war or warfare
opportune	adj: suitable or happening at a time that is suitable or convenient for a particular purpose
spin	v: to cause something to rotate rapidly; to cause someone to feel dizzy or disoriented
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
transform	v: to change in outward structure or looks;
nervous	adj: worried and anxious about something; relating to the nerves
purity	n: the state of being undiluted or unmixed with anything else; the state of being free from immorality, especially of a sexual nature
commerce	n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale
retrovirus	n: a type of RNA virus that uses the enzyme reverse transcriptase to convert its RNA into DNA, which then inserts itself into the host cell’s genome, which can cause a variety of diseases in humans and animals, including HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
advertise	v: to draw attention to something such as a product, service, or event in public to encourage people to buy, use, or attend it
ingenuity	n: the quality of inventing things or solving problems in clever new ways
doe	n: a mature female of mammals of which the male is called a buck, such as a deer or a rabbit
compassion	n: a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for another’s suffering or bad luck
quarter	n: one of four equal parts; a fourth part or portion
brand	n: a type of product, service, etc., made by a particular company and sold under a specific name; identification mark on the skin of livestock, criminals, etc., made by burning
euro	n: the official currency of most European Union countries
shiny	adj: reflecting light and having a bright and smooth surface
neon	n: a chemical element of atomic number 10 that is a gas with no smell or color, does not react with other chemicals, and shines with a bright light when electricity is passed through it
fizz	v: to make a hissing or bubbling sound, often accompanied by the release of gas or effervescence; to be lively, exciting, or effervescent in character or atmosphere; (noun) the sound, process, or result of something producing small bubbles
crack	v: to break or cause to break without dividing into separate parts; (noun) a line on the surface of something along which it has separated without breaking
brick	n: a rectangular block of baked clay used as a building material
branch	n: a division of a tree or woody shrub that grows out from the trunk or a main stem; a division of some larger or more complex organization
scrutinize	v: to examine carefully and critically; to inspect closely
credible	adj: capable of being trusted or believed
polish	n: a substance used to smooth or shine a surface; the act of smoothing or shining a surface
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
suffer	v: to experience pain, distress, or hardship; to undergo or endure something painful or unpleasant
numb	adj: unable to feel physical sensation and movement; not showing human feeling or sensitivity
indifference	n: a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or sympathy towards someone or something
straight	adj: extending or moving in one direction without bending or curving; having no deviations
righteous	adj: morally correct and just; virtuous and morally upright
generation	n: all the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively; the production of heat or electricity
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
trace	v: to find or discover someone or something that was lost
irony	n: the expression of one’s meaning by using language that usually signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or rhetorical effect
bunch	n: a grouping of several similar things which are growing or fastened together
hippie	n: a person who follows a counterculture movement that originated in the United States during the 1960s, characterized by the advocacy of nonviolence, communal living, and a rejection of traditional American values
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
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
incredible	adj: unbelievable; enormous
unbelievable	adj: beyond belief or understanding and extremely surprising
inevitable	adj: certain to happen and unavoidable
outcome	n: the result or effect of an action, event, etc.
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
gestation	n: the state of being pregnant; the period during which an embryo or fetus develops, usually about 280 days in humans
economical	adj: providing a satisfactory return on the money, time, or effort; not using more money, fuel, etc. than necessary
confirm	v: to support or establish the truth or certainty of something previously believed or suspected to be the case
pump	v: to cause water, air, gas, etc. to move from one place to another by using mechanical equipment; to get or supply something such as money, information, etc. in significant quantities
fist	n: a hand with the fingers clenched tightly into the palm to form a hard rounded shape; an act of striking someone or something with the fist
know-how	n: practical knowledge, skills, or experience in a particular field or area, often acquired through personal experience or training
lifesaving	n: the act or process of rescuing someone else’s life, especially from drowning
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
fuzzy	adj: having a soft and indistinct outline or covered with fine, soft, and hairlike fibers
punk	n: a type of a loud, fast-moving, and aggressive form of rock music originating in the 1970s; an aggressive and violent young man or boy
clash	n: a fight or argument between two groups of people; a loud noise caused by striking against something
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
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
detached	adj: no longer connected or joined; showing lack of emotional involvement
allied	adj: united or connected by a political or military agreement
pragmatist	n: a person who practically approaches situations and problems; someone who prioritizes usefulness and functionality over abstract principles or ideals
roll	v: to move in a particular direction by turning over and over or from side to side
sleeve	n: a part of a garment that covers all or part of an arm
exciting	adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement
organization	n: a group of people who work together for a shared purpose
launch	v: to send or propel something into the air or space using a device such as a rocket, missile, or spacecraft; to make something available or on sale for the first time
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
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
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
redefine	v: to change the meaning or interpretation of something; to make people think about something in a new or different way
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
wanton	adj: causing harm or damage deliberately and showing no care at all; casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
planet	n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star
momentum	n: the force or power that is gained by a moving object; a strength or impetus gained through a process of development or activity
lurch	v: to make a sudden, abrupt movement; to stagger or sway unsteadily; to experience a sudden change or reversal; (noun) a sudden, unsteady, or awkward movement or motion, often to one side or another
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
disappoint	v: to fail to meet someone or their hopes or expectations; to make someone feel sad
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
promenade	n: a stroll or walk, often taken in a public place or park; a public place for walking or strolling, often filled with shops or vendors; a dance movement in which the partners move around the floor in a circle or similar pattern
fulfill	v: to meet the requirements or expectations; to achieve or realize
disappointment	n: the feeling of sadness, frustration, or dissatisfaction that arises when something does not live up to one’s expectations or hopes
perspective	n: a confident attitude toward something; a particular style of thinking about something
deficit	n: the total amount by which money spent is greater than money earned in a particular period of time; the property of being an amount by which something, especially an amount of money, is less than expected or required
fiscal	adj: relating to government revenue and expenditures; relating to financial matters
organ	n: a part of the body of an animal or plant that has a particular purpose and performs a specific job
communicate	v: to share or exchange information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
crass	adj: lacking sensitivity, refinement, or tact; coarse, vulgar, or insensitive in speech, behavior, or attitude
invest	v: to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or achieve a result
reap	v: to harvest a grain crop from a field; to obtain something beneficial as a consequence of something that you have done
goodwill	n: a friendly or cooperative attitude or feeling between people, businesses, or nations; the reputation or value that a business, organization, or brand has in the community
stability	n: the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast
security	n: the state of being free from danger, risk, or harm; measures taken to protect against threats or attacks; a financial asset, such as a stock or bond that derives value exclusively from the ownership interest or claim to a particular underlying asset or obligation
bold	adj: brave, daring, and confident; not frightened of danger or afraid to say what you feel or to take risks
deduct	v: to take away an amount or part of the money, points, etc. from a total
merciful	adj: having or showing compassion, kindness, or forgiveness towards those who may be deserving of punishment or harm; characterized by leniency or clemency
politician	n: a person who is a member of a government or law-making organization, especially as an elected member of parliament, etc.
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
unique	adj: being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
zeitgeist	n: the spirit or general outlook of a particular period of time, especially as it is reflected in the beliefs and attitudes of that time; the cultural, intellectual, or moral climate of a society or era
analog	adj: relating to or using signals or information represented by a continuous physical quantity such as spatial position, voltage, etc.
boundary	n: a real or imaginary line that marks the limit or extent of something and separates it from other things or places
priest	n: a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies, especially in the Christian faith
moth	n: an insect with wings similar to a butterfly that travels at night and is attracted to light
union	n: a group of employees who have banded together to advocate for their rights and better their working conditions; the act or the state of joining together or being joined together
umbrella	n: a device consisting of a circular canopy of cloth on a central pole used as protection against rain or sometimes against the sun
determinant	n: a factor, circumstance, or condition that contributes to the shaping, influencing, or determining of a particular outcome or result
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
grant	v: to agree to give or allow somebody
creative	adj: relating to or involving the use of skill and original and unusual ideas to create something
impractical	adj: not sensible or useful for practical purposes; not likely to be effective in achieving an intended outcome
immoral	adj: not conforming to accepted society’s standards of honesty or morality
addictive	adj: causing a strong desire or compulsion to use or consume repeatedly, often to the point of dependency or harm; habit-forming
tab	n: a small flap or strip of material attached to or projecting from something; the key on a typewriter or a word processor that causes a tabulation; a bill
activism	n: the policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change
tap	v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc.
enthusiasm	n: a strong feeling of excitement and interest in a particular subject or cause and an eagerness to become involved in it
heartland	n: a region or area that is considered central or vital to a particular country, culture, or social or economic system, often characterized by a sense of national identity or pride and a strong attachment to tradition or values associated with that region
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
corporate	adj: of or relating to a large company
nerd	n: a person who is very interested in and knowledgeable about a particular subject such as computers, mathematics, chess, etc.
noisy	adj: making a lot of sounds, especially loud or disruptive sound
deny	v: to state that one refuses to admit the existence or truth of something
congress	n: a formal meeting of the representatives of different countries, constituent states, organizations, trade unions, political parties, or other groups
oval	adj: having the shape of an egg, rounded at one end and pointed at the other, or having the general outline of an egg
absolutely	adv: without restriction or limitation; completely or utterly
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
radical	adj: relating to the essential aspects of anything; far beyond the norm, mainly used of opinions and actions
on-air	adj: relating to or occurring during a live broadcast on radio or television; being broadcast
mathematics	n: the science dealing with the logic of quantities, shapes, spaces, and arrangement
statistics	n: the discipline that concerns the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data
sally	n: a sudden, impulsive outing or excursion; a witty or clever remark
adventure	n: a journey or a series of events that is unusual, exciting, or dangerous
burden	n: a duty, responsibility, etc. that is oppressive or worrisome; a load, typically a heavy one that is difficult to carry
nurse	n: a healthcare professional who is trained to provide care for the sick or injured; (verb) to try to cure by special care or treatment of an illness or injury
homemaking	n: the act or practice of managing a household and taking care of domestic duties such as cooking, cleaning, and organizing; the work or occupation of being a homemaker
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
desperate	adj: feeling or showing a lack of hope and a willingness to do anything because of the problematic situation
unite	v: to come or join together as one; to combine or merge separate elements, individuals, or groups into a single entity or whole; to form a union or alliance
starvation	n: a severe lack of food that leads to malnutrition and, ultimately, death
rewrite	v: to write something such as a book or speech again in a different way, usually to improve it or add new information
clinic	n: a building or hospital department where people can go for medical care or advice, especially of a particular condition
mind-blowing	adj: extremely impressive in a way that affects someone’s mind or emotions
landline	n: (also “wireline”) a telephone line that transmits and receives signals through a physical wire or cable network, as opposed to a cellular or satellite connection
wireless	adj: of or relating a connection or communication that does not require a physical wire or cable, often through the use of radio waves or electromagnetic signals
expertise	n: specialized knowledge or skills in a particular field or subject; expert proficiency or knowledge
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
medicinal	adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease