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Word	Meaning	Advanced
sunglasses	n: a pair of darkened glasses worn to protect the eyes from harsh sunlight or glare
glamorous	adj: highly attractive and exciting, and different from ordinary things or people
tuxedo	n: (also “tux”) a formal suit of clothing for men, typically consisting of a black jacket with satin lapels and trousers with a stripe down the side, worn with a bow tie
broad	adj: very wide; general
fictional	adj: imaginary and not real; of or related to literary fiction
newsstand	n: a small retail establishment where newspapers, magazines, and other periodicals are sold, often along with snacks, cigarettes, and other items
tip	n: the top or extreme point of something slender or tapering, usually a mountain or hill; a piece of advice about something practical; a small amount of money given for services
charm	n: the power or quality of pleasing or fascinating people
industrious	adj: hardworking, diligent, and persistent in effort
fantastic	adj: extremely good; excellent
steel	n: a strong metal alloy made up of iron with typically a few tenths of a percent of carbon used for making things that need a strong structure
industrial	adj: of or relating to or resulting from industry
myth	n: an ancient story or set of stories accepted as history, especially explaining the worldview of a people
garage	n: a building or part of a building used to store a vehicle or vehicles, typically a car
entrepreneur	n: an individual who creates or invests in one or more businesses, especially when this involves taking financial risks
physics	n: the science of matter and energy and their interactions
universe	n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
grand	adj: important and large in size, scope, or extent
unification	n: the act of bringing together or joining into one
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
dictionary	n: a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words and their definitions, as well as information about their origins, usage, and pronunciation
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
literal	adj: adhering strictly to the exact meaning or interpretation of words or language; without exaggeration or metaphorical meaning
magic	n: beliefs and actions employed to influence supernatural beings and forces; any art or performance that invokes supernatural powers
metaphor	n: a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not denote to suggest a similarity
associate	v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else
witch	n: a person, typically a woman, who is believed to have magic powers and practices witchcraft
gypsy	n: (the word “gypsy” is considered pejorative by many within the Romani community) the Romani people, an ethnic group originating from the Indian subcontinent, who migrated to Europe around the 14th century, known for their nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyle and they have a rich cultural heritage including music, dance, and traditional crafts
extent	n: the point or degree or area to which something extends
deception	n: the act of misleading or tricking someone, often by creating a false impression or concealing the truth; a fraudulent or dishonest action
definition	n: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol
artificial	adj: not natural and made by human beings; not real but produced to resemble something
association	n: a people or groups of people who have joined in a single organization together for a particular purpose; a social or business connection or relationship
delude	v: to deceive or mislead someone; to give a false impression of something
magnify	v: to make something look bigger than it really is, especially by looking at it through a lens; to make something bigger, stronger, or louder
glorify	v: to praise or honor something or someone, often in an exaggerated or overly positive way; to elevate or exalt something or someone to a higher status or position
illusion	n: a false idea or belief, especially about somebody or about a situation
self-interest	n: the fact or action of only considering their own interests and of not caring about others
tremendous	adj: very great in degree or extent or amount or impact; extremely good
achievement	n: a thing that someone has accomplished, primarily through their effort and ability
retouch	v: to touch up or make small changes to a photograph, painting, or other images using digital or manual tools
maximum	adj: the largest or greatest amount or value attainable or attained
complexion	n: the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person’s skin, especially their face
stylize	v: to show, do, or represent something according to a particular style, especially a conventional one
portrait	n: a painting, picture; the likeness of a person, especially one showing the face
entirely	adv: completely
falsify	v: to alter or manipulate information, data, or evidence to deceive or mislead; to prove to be false or incorrect
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
illuminate	v: to light something or to make something lighter or brighter; to make something free from confusion or ambiguity
involve	v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else
technique	n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill
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
idealize	v: to consider or represent something or somebody as perfect or better than in reality
dramatize	v: to present or portray something in a way that emphasizes its dramatic or emotional aspects; to make something into a drama or play
architectural	adj: of or relating to the design and construction of buildings and other structures and the features and style of such structures
photograph	n: a picture or image that is produced by a camera; a visual representation or record of a person, object, or scene that has been captured electronically or on film
transfigure	v: to change the appearance or form of something completely to make it appear more beautiful or magnificent
fabulous	adj: extremely pleasing or good; based on or told of in traditional stories
extreme	adj: very great in amount or degree
comic	adj: funny and making you laugh
realistic	adj: having or showing a sensible and practical idea that is possible to achieve
realism	n: the attitude or behavior of accepting circumstances as they are and being prepared to deal with them accordingly; (in arts) the general attempt to depict subjects truthfully in different forms of the arts
stack	n: a pile of something arranged or laid one on top of another; a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated
row	n: an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line; (verb) to propel a boat through the water using oars
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
foreground	n: the part of a view, picture, etc., that is nearest to the viewer
blurb	n: a short description or promotional piece of writing that provides a summary or highlights of a book, film, or other product; often included on the cover or promotional materials
transcend	v: to rise above or go beyond the limits of something
core	n: the most essential or fundamental part of something
combine	v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group
saint	n: a person who is recognized as having an exceptional degree of holiness, virtue, or devotion
equivalent	n: having the same value, quality, meaning, purpose, etc.
grace	n: a quality of being pleasing, especially in appearance or manner; a temporary exemption, especially an extended period granted as a special favor; a short prayer of thanks before a meal
mysterious	adj: difficult to understand, explain, or identify; having an aura of secrecy, intrigue, or puzzlement
transcendent	adj: going beyond the limits of ordinary experience or knowledge; surpassing the usual or expected; exalted or sublime
downward	adj: moving towards a lower position or a lower level
encouraging	adj: giving hope, confidence, or support; inspiring
contemplate	v: to think about a possible future action or to think about something for a long time thoughtfully
belong	v: to be the property of someone or something; to be a member or part of a group; to be in the proper or appropriate place
tranquil	adj: peaceful, calm, and free from disturbance or agitation; without stress or anxiety; serene or restful
instrument	n: an object used to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum; a tool or device used for a specific activity, particularly in specialist or scientific work
torture	n: the act of causing intense pain or suffering to someone to punish them, extract information from them, or for some other reason
passion	n: intense, driving, or overpowering feeling or conviction
Christ	n: the man that Christians believe is the prophet and the son of God, and whose life and sermons form the basis for Christianity
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
pleasant	adj: enjoyable, attractive, friendly, or agreeable
invite	v: to ask someone to come or join; to offer an opportunity or possibility for something to happen or take place
simultaneously	adv: at the same time
distant	adj: far away in space, time, or where you are; far apart in relevance, relationship, or kinship
identify	v: to recognize someone or something and say or prove who or what they are
religion	n: a deep conviction in a supernatural power that controls human destiny
omnipotent	adj: having unlimited power or authority; able to do anything or control everything
omniscient	adj: having complete or unlimited knowledge, awareness, or understanding
virgin	n: a person who has never had sex; (adjective) being used or worked for the first time
portray	v: to depict or describe someone or something in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work
id	n: a part of the psyche that represents the unconscious desires and instincts of an individual; in psychoanalytic theory, it is believed to be the most basic and primal part of the human psyche; (also ID, short for identification) a document or card that proves a person’s identity, such as a driver’s license, passport, or national ID card
mod	n: a modification or alteration, typically one made to improve something or increase its functionality; a British teenager or young adult in the 1960s, noted for their clothes consciousness and opposition to the rockers
transport	n: a system for moving people or products from one location to another using automobiles, roads, and so on
traffic	n: the movement of vehicles, people, or goods along a route or through a transport system; the amount of such movement in a particular place or at a particular time
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
nasty	adj: very bad, unpleasant, or offensive
cough	v: to expel air from the lungs suddenly and noisily, often as a reaction to irritation, illness, or some other physical condition; (noun) a sudden, forceful expulsion of air from the lungs, often accompanied by a distinctive sound
streamline	v: to simplify or make more efficient by eliminating unnecessary parts or steps
arch	n: a curved structure with two supports that holds the weight of something above it, such as a bridge or the upper part of a building
stain	v: to discolor, defile, or tarnish something; (noun) a discoloration or dirty mark on a surface that is difficult to remove
staircase	n: a set of stairs inside a building, usually with posts and bars that are fixed at the side
curve	n: a bend or angle in a line or surface that deviates from a straight or flat path; a gradual or smooth change in direction or shape
capture	v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape
academic	adj: associated with schools, colleges, and universities, especially studying and thinking, not with practical skills
skyline	n: the outline of buildings and other structures against the sky, especially when viewed from a distance
horizon	n: the line at which the earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet; the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated
possibility	n: a chance that something may happen or be true
Renaissance	n: a new growth in activity or enthusiasm in anything, particularly art, literature, or music
courtier	n: a person who is a member of a royal court, particularly one who has a close and influential role in the court’s affairs; a person who seeks favor or recognition from those in positions of authority or power
conceal	v: to prevent something from being seen, found, observed, or discovered
effortless	adj: requiring little or no effort; not difficult or strenuous; easy to accomplish
maneuver	n: a motion or combination of moves that requires skill and care; a clever strategy, activity, or movement intended to give someone an advantage
stunt	n: a feat or action that is often dangerous or difficult, designed to attract attention or admiration; something that blocks or impedes growth or development; (verb) to hinder or impede growth or development, especially in a physical or mental sense
critic	n: someone who expresses opinions about the quality of books, music, etc.
aspect	n: one part or feature of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
edit	v: to prepare written material for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it
evoke	v: to bring or recall a feeling, memory, or image into your mind
grub	n: the larval stage of an insect, particularly beetles, butterflies, or flies; food, especially in the form of unappetizing or unappealing cooked dishes; (verb) to dig or search diligently and laboriously
underneath	adv: under or below something else
electrical	adj: relating to electricity
appliance	n: a device or machine, usually powered by electricity or fuel, designed for a specific function or task, typically used in the home or workplace, such as a refrigerator, oven, or washing machine
catalog	n: a complete list of items, often including technical details and prices
modern	adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times
cord	n: a strong, thick, or thin thread or rope; a piece of plastic-coated wire used to transport electricity to a piece of equipment
laptop	n: a portable computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and used on your lap
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
era	n: a period that is distinct from others, typically in history
mystery	n: something difficult to understand or explain; a secret or enigmatic quality that adds to the fascination or interest of something; a genre of fiction that involves the solution of a crime or a puzzle
rear	adj: at, toward, or near the back part of something; (verb) to look after a child until it is an adult
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
translucence	n: the quality of being translucent; the ability of a material to allow light to pass through but not clearly enough to distinguish objects on the other side
pearl	n: a hard, roundish object found within the shells of certain mollusks and used as a gem
ware	n: goods or merchandise that are offered for sale, typically referring to items that are produced in large quantities, such as kitchenware, software, and hardware
translucent	adj: allowing light to pass through but scattering it so that objects behind cannot be seen clearly; partially transparent
transparent	adj: easy to perceive, detect, or understand; (of a material or article) permitting light to pass through freely
opaque	adj: not transparent; not allowing light to pass through; not permitting a clear view
spiral	n: a curve that coils around a central point and gets progressively farther away from it as it goes around
interior	n: the inside or inner part of something; the space within the walls of a building
incredibly	adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely
session	n: a formal meeting or series of meetings for the execution of a particular group’s functions; a period spent doing a particular activity
suppose	v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible
purity	n: the state of being undiluted or unmixed with anything else; the state of being free from immorality, especially of a sexual nature
individual	n: a single person or thing, as distinct from a group
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
contradiction	n: the assertion of the opposite of what has been said; opposition; denial
uphold	v: to support or defend something, such as a law, idea, decision, etc.
principle	n: a fundamental law or truth that explains or controls how something happens or works
incommensurable	adj: not able to be measured or compared because of a lack of common standard or unit of measurement; unable to be reasonably evaluated or judged against one another
displace	v: to force someone or something to leave their home or place of origin, especially as a result of conflict, natural disaster, or manipulation
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
picket	n: a pointed wooden or metal stake driven into the ground used as a support or for marking an area or boundary; a group of people, typically strikers or protestors, stationed or moving around in front of a workplace, government building, or other location, to demonstrate opposition or to pick up supporters
fence	n: a structure, usually made of wood or metal, that encloses an area, typically for protection or to keep animals or people in or out; a dealer in stolen property
symbol	n: something visible that is used to represent something else
necklace	n: a piece of jewelry that is worn around the neck, typically consisting of a chain or cord with a pendant, charms, or beads attached
diamond	n: a precious stone made from pure carbon, typically transparent and colorless but possibly tinted in various colors; a shape or arrangement resembling the geometric form of a diamond
getaway	n: a place or means of escape or retreat; a vacation or trip taken to escape one’s everyday routine or environment; a successful escape from danger or capture
firm	adj: resolute or unwavering in decision-making or action; strong or secure in structure, make, or composition; reliable, trustworthy, or dependable; (noun) a business or company
literally	adv: in the real or original meaning of a word or phrase; in a literal sense or way; not figuratively
utopia	n: an ideal and perfect society in which all social and political problems have been solved, and all members live in harmony and prosperity
domestic	adj: relating to or inside a particular country, not foreign or international
acquire	v: to buy or obtain something such as an asset, object, knowledge, etc., for oneself
dean	n: a person in charge of a college, faculty, or other academic departments, tasked with overseeing its operations, policies, and staff; a senior member of a profession or organization who is highly respected for their knowledge and experience
accidentally	adv: by chance or without planning
matrix	n: a rectangular array of numbers, symbols, or expressions, arranged in rows and columns and often enclosed in brackets; an enclosure within which something originates or develops
violent	adj: involving or caused by physical force or aggression against someone or something
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
attractive	adj: immensely appealing in look or sound; having characteristics or qualities that make something appealing and valuable
march	v: to walk militarily with stiff, regular steps
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
totalitarian	adj: of or relating to a system of government in which a single political party has complete control and power
deceptive	adj: tending to mislead or deceive either deliberately or inadvertently; causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true
triumph	n: a great victory or achievement
brilliant	adj: extremely clever, skilled, or impressive
nation	n: a large organized community of people living in a particular country or region and having a particular culture
socialism	n: a political and economic theory or system that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods, aiming for a more equitable and just society; a system that aims to reduce economic inequalities and prioritize the welfare of the community as a whole
aesthetic	adj: connected with the enjoyment or study of beauty
ideology	n: a set of beliefs or philosophies that an economic or political system is based on
rid	v: to make someone or something free of unwanted or unpleasant tasks, objects, or person
genuine	adj: real and exactly; not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed
appeal	n: a serious, earnest, or urgent request for money, information, or help; a quality that makes somebody or something attractive or interest
broaden	v: to make or become wider or more extensive; to make or become more tolerant or liberal.
appreciation	n: the act of recognizing and valuing the worth or importance of something or someone; gratitude or thankfulness; an increase in value over time
confront	v: to face, meet or deal with a problem or difficult situation or person
manipulate	v: to influence or control something or someone to your advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
spectrum	n: an ordered array of colors into which a light beam can be split
heighten	v: to increase or enhance the intensity, degree, or extent of something; to make something more pronounced or noticeable; to intensify or amplify
splash	v: to cause liquid to scatter in irregular drops, especially with force
fraction	n: a small part or item forming a piece of a whole; the quotient of two rational numbers
symphony	n: a long musical composition in Western classical music for orchestra, usually with three or four main parts called movements
fascination	n: the state of being intensely interested in someone or something, or a powerful attraction
necessarily	adv: in an essential manner; in such a way as could not be otherwise
unveil	v: to reveal or make something publicly known, especially for the first time
church	n: a building or institution dedicated to religious worship or activities; a Christian religious organization or denomination
quotation	n: a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated by someone other than the original author or speaker
admire	v: to have regard for or respect for someone’s qualities or the actions they have performed
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
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
sorrow	n: a feeling of deep sadness, grief, or regret, especially for something lost or ending