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Word	Meaning	Advanced
hell	n: the place thought to be where bad people go and are punished after death, often depicted as being located beneath the earth; an extraordinarily unpleasant or difficult place
ghetto	n: an area of a city in which members of a particular group, typically an ethnic minority, usually live in poverty and with a high population density
gouache	n: a type of paint made with a water-soluble binder, often gum arabic, and pigment, resulting in an opaque or semi-opaque finish, commonly used in illustration and decorative art
nonsense	n: an idea, behavior, or something spoken or written that has no meaning or makes no sense or that is silly or unacceptable
technique	n: a particular way or art of doing something that needs skill
painstaking	adj: cautious and correct, and requiring a significant amount of effort
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
editorial	adj: relating to the expression of opinions or interpretations in the media
illustration	n: a picture or diagram in a book, magazine, or newspaper that is used to explain or decorate the text; the act or process of explaining something
staid	adj: sedate, respectable, and unadventurous in style, character, or manner; exhibiting a calm and steady demeanor
formal	adj: following established, public, or official forms and conventions, often in a serious or somber manner
scot	n: a tax or payment, particularly a share or portion of something; a person from Scotland or a Scottish immigrant
castle	n: a large building, typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and often a moat
indoor	adj: located, happened, or used inside a building
bang	v: to hit or cause to hit something in a way that makes a loud noise
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
armor	n: a protective covering made of metal or other durable materials, worn to guard against injury or damage
zany	adj: eccentric or unconventional humorously or foolishly; clownish; resembling a clown or jester
rocket	n: a large tube-shaped object that moves very first by a stream of gases let out behind it, used for space travel or as a weapon
bug	n: any tiny insect; a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
authenticity	n: the quality of being real or genuine
submission	n: the act of giving a document, proposal, etc., to somebody for consideration or judgment; the act of giving in or yielding to a superior force or authority
probable	adj: likely to happen or likely to be true
frank	adj: honest and sincere; open and candid in expression
invention	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing
lexicon	n: all the words and phrases of a particular language or branch of knowledge, such as nautical or medical
futurist	n: a person who studies or predicts trends and developments, particularly in science, technology, or social systems, to anticipate what the future may hold
hilarious	adj: extremely funny
optimist	n: a person who tends to expect the best in all things and to be hopeful and confident about the future
peak	n: the point to which something or someone is at its strongest, best, or most successful; the pointed top of a mountain
depression	n: a mental condition in which a person feels very unhappy and without hope for the future; a severe recession in an economy or market
dismal	adj: depressing or dreary; causing or showing unhappiness or despair
workbench	n: a sturdy table or bench designed for carrying out manual work, particularly in a workshop or garage context
sunglasses	n: a pair of darkened glasses worn to protect the eyes from harsh sunlight or glare
hanger	n: a device or object used for hanging or supporting something, often used for hanging clothes; a loop-shaped object used to hang clothes in a closet
improvisation	n: the act of making something up on the spot or creating or performing something without preparation
giant	adj: enormous; much bigger or more important than similar items usually are
automotive	adj: of or relating to motor vehicles
specialty	n: an area or field in which a person or thing excels or specializes; a particular branch of study, occupation, or expertise; a special or unique skill or talent
automobile	n: a road vehicle that has four wheels and is powered by an engine, used for transporting people or goods
illustrate	v: to provide pictures, photographs, diagrams, etc. in a book or something for explanation
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
copywriting	n: the act or profession of writing text or content for advertising or promotional purposes, which involves creating persuasive and engaging written material to capture attention and influence the reader or audience
revenge	n: the act of inflicting punishment or harm in return for an injury or wrongdoing; retaliation, retribution
halfway	adj: in or at a point midway or an equal distance between two points
chain	n: a series of connected links or objects; a system or group of interconnected elements; a restraint or shackle
gang	n: a group of people who organize and engage in criminal activity
admire	v: to have regard for or respect for someone’s qualities or the actions they have performed
catalog	n: a complete list of items, often including technical details and prices
lampoon	v: to publicly mock, ridicule, or satirize someone or something through exaggerated and often humorous imitation or parody; (noun) a piece of satirical content, often in writing, that mocks or ridicules a particular subject, individual, or group
miracle	n: an act or occurrence that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore believed to be caused by God
brochure	n: a small book or pamphlet advertising a product, service, or place of interest
obvious	adj: easy to see, discover or understand
altitude	n: the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
bark	n: the hard outer layer of a tree; a sound made by dogs or some other animals
cabin	n: a small, simple dwelling or shelter, typically made of wood and located in a remote or rural area; an enclosed compartment or area within a larger structure, such as an aircraft or ship, where passengers or crew members can sit or sleep
inevitable	adj: certain to happen and unavoidable
gyroscope	n: a device consisting of a spinning wheel or disk mounted in such a way that it can rotate freely in any direction, used to maintain balance, stability, or orientation in navigation, aerospace, or other systems
joust	n: a medieval sport in which two knights on horseback charge at each other with lances, trying to knock each other off their horses; a heated competition or argument
helicopter	n: a type of aircraft that is capable of hovering in place and moving vertically, as well as flying horizontally; often used for emergency medical services, military operations, and transport in areas with limited access
span	n: the entire length of something, such as time or space from beginning to end; the amount of space that something covers
innovation	n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation
technological	adj: based on scientific and industrial progress
postwar	adj: relating to the period following a war, particularly World War II; characterized by the rebuilding and recovery of countries and societies
pitch	n: the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration; the degree of a slope, especially of a roof; short presentation for selling or sharing something
awful	adj: causing fear, dread, or terror; very bad or unpleasant
ache	v: to experience a dull, persistent pain or discomfort, typically of moderate or low intensity; to feel a continuous dull pain
sentimental	adj: connected with or resulting from someone’s emotions, rather than reason or realism
yearn	v: to strongly desire or long for something
nostalgia	n: a sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period in the past
utterly	adv: completely or absolutely
useless	adj: not serving any useful purpose; having no practical result
emotion	n: a strong feeling such as love, anger, etc. deriving from one’s situation, mood, or relationships with others
emblem	n: a design or symbol that represents a quality or idea
din	n: a loud, confused noise; a loud, persistent racket
recall	v: to remember something
balmy	adj: pleasantly warm, mild, or soothing; having a calming or calming effect on the senses or emotions
novel	n: an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story; (adjective) original and of a kind not seen before
ford	n: a shallow place in a river or stream where it is possible to walk or drive across
stream	n: a small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something, such as liquid, gas, people, vehicles, etc.
polo	n: a sport played on horseback in which two teams try to hit a ball through a goal using long-handled mallets
brain	n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling
cannon	n: a large, heavy gun fired from a fixed position or mounted on a vehicle, used in warfare or hunting
horsepower	n: a unit of power used to measure the output of mechanical engines, specifically the amount of work that one horse can do in a set amount of time
engine	n: a machine that converts thermal energy to mechanical work; something that has an important role used to achieve a purpose
degree	n: a unit of measurement for angles, temperature, or level of proficiency or achievement; a rank or level of academic or professional attainment
canary	n: a small, typically yellow songbird that is often kept as a pet or used to denote the presence of gas or other hazards in a mine
germ	n: a very tiny living that causes the disease; a piece of something such as an organism, concept, etc., capable of growing into a new one or part of one
motor	n: a device that converts electricity, fuel, etc. into movement and makes a machine, vehicle, etc. work
gutsy	adj: displaying courage, determination, or boldness; characterized by a willingness to take risks or face challenges
apartment	n: a self-contained living unit within a larger building or complex, typically consisting of one or more rooms or an open space used for living, cooking, and sleeping
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
liner	n: a coating or covering, especially one used to protect a surface; a large commercial ship, especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule
sheer	adj: complete or total, often used to emphasize the extreme or uncompromising nature of something; not mixed with anything else; transparent or nearly transparent
enthusiasm	n: a strong feeling of excitement and interest in a particular subject or cause and an eagerness to become involved in it
cigar	n: a roll of dried tobacco for smoking
billboard	n: a large outdoor sign or display that is used for advertising, marketing, or public information, typically located along highways or main roads
faux	adj: not genuine; fake, or artificial; made to resemble something that it is not
commons	n: the House of Commons, which is one of the two houses of Parliament; a piece of land or an area set aside for public use, often used for recreation or grazing livestock; a shared or public resource
buzz	v: to make a continuous, low humming sound such as the one bee makes; an exciting and active atmosphere
fond	adj: having affection or liking for someone, particularly someone you’ve known for a long time
hyperbola	n: a type of geometric curve, similar to an ellipse, but with two separate and distinct branches that approach infinity; (of mathematics) the curve defined by the difference of the distances from any point on the curve to two fixed points called the foci
overkill	n: an excessive or extreme amount of something, often used to describe an unnecessary or disproportionate use of force or resources
exaggeration	n: an overstatement of facts or description; the act of making something seem larger, more important, or more significant than it is
absolute	adj: perfect or complete or to the most considerable degree possible
ultimate	adj: furthest or highest in degree or order
tyranny	n: a form of government in which a single ruler has absolute power, often exercised cruelly and oppressively; the arbitrary or oppressive exercise of power or control over others
steer	v: to control the direction or movement of a vehicle; to direct a course of action; to guide or motivate someone
bunk	n: a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep, typically a narrow bed frame supported by a solid structure; nonsense or untruthful talk, often intended to deceive or mislead; a type of overnight accommodation, particularly in a military or institutional setting
voyage	n: a long journey, especially by sea or in space
insure	v: to provide coverage in the event of loss or damage
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)
hubris	n: excessive pride, arrogance, or overconfidence, often leading to someone’s downfall or ruin
element	n: a fundamental or essential part of something
discovery	n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known
ashamed	adj: feeling guilt, embarrassment, or remorse about something because of something you have done
shameless	adj: without shame or embarrassment; showing no remorse or guilt for one’s actions or behaviors
urban	adj: relating to or located in a town or city
absurd	adj: ridiculously silly, unreasonable, or illogical
weird	adj: extraordinary, unexpected, or difficult to explain
concept	n: an idea or principle associated with something abstract
avenue	n: a wide road in a town or city, especially with trees or tall buildings on both sides; a line of approach
temple	n: a place of worship, especially one that is associated with a particular religion or faith; the flat area on either side of the forehead
metropolitan	adj: of or relating to a large city or a city that is considered to be the cultural or economic center of a region or country
somber	adj: having a serious or sad atmosphere or character; gloomy or dark
jazz	n: a type of music that originated in the African-American community in the United States and that is characterized by improvisation, syncopated rhythms, and a strong emphasis on self-expression
resist	v: to refuse to accept something and attempt to prevent it from happening
nasty	adj: very bad, unpleasant, or offensive
environment	n: the natural world such as air, water, and land in which humans, animals, and plants live
solemn	adj: formal and dignified, often with an emphasis on religious or ceremonial attitudes or practices; characterized by an earnest sense of importance or gravity; serious or grave in tone or demeanor
apologize	v: to express regret for committing wrongdoing or causing a problem
customs	n: the official department or agency that enforces the regulations, taxes, and duties related to the importation and exportation of goods; the duties, taxes, or tariffs imposed on imported or exported goods
messenger	n: someone or something that carries a message, especially one sent to convey information, news, or an official document
tube	n: a cylindrical container of metal, plastic, glass, etc., usually sealed and used as a means of preserving food or chemicals; a hollow cylindrical shape
blueprint	n: a photographic print of an early plan for a building or machine
terror	n: intense fear; a state of intense fear or alarm
fashion	n: a style that is popular at a particular time or place; the state of being popular
strap	n: a long, narrow strip or belt of leather, fabric, or another material used for binding, fastening, or supporting something or someone; a band or string that attaches one object to another, often used to secure items during transport
obscure	adj: not well known to many people
logo	n: a symbol or design that represents a company, organization, or product used on packaging, advertisements, and other materials
chick	n: a baby bird, especially a young chicken
sake	n: purpose; reason for wanting something done
audition	n: a performance or test given by an actor, musician, or other performers to demonstrate their abilities and suitability for a particular role or position
horrible	adj: extremely unpleasant or bad; causing fear or disgust
hangover	n: the unpleasant physical and mental effects a person experiences after consuming too much alcohol; a lasting effect or aftereffect of something
wit	n: the ability to say or write things or ideas in a clever and humorous way
fin	n: a thin flat part on the body of a fish or other aquatic animal used for propulsion or balance
successive	adj: following one after another in a series or sequence; happening or occurring in continuous or consecutive order; consecutive or sequential in nature
ascent	n: the act of climbing or moving upwards, often referring to a physical ascent of a mountain or a spiritual ascent or improvement; an upward movement; the process of moving upwards
escalator	n: a moving staircase or conveyor device that carries people between floors or levels of a building or structure
unfortunately	adv: by bad luck; unluckily
elegant	adj: pleasing and graceful in appearance or manner, or showing good taste and refinement
oeuvre	n: the complete body of work created by an artist, writer, or other creative figures; a collection of works regarded as a unified whole and representative of the creator’s artistic vision or style
crass	adj: lacking sensitivity, refinement, or tact; coarse, vulgar, or insensitive in speech, behavior, or attitude
commerce	n: the activity of buying and selling things, especially on a large scale
marvel	n: someone something that causes feelings of wonder or surprise
compendium	n: a concise or comprehensive collection of information or knowledge on a particular subject or topic; a summary or compilation of various texts, articles, or data