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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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engineer | n: a person whose job is designing, building, or maintaining something such as machines, structures, or software | |
planet | n: any of the nine large celestial bodies that circle in the solar system; any celestial body that revolves around a star | |
discovery | n: the act or process of finding information, a place, or an object, or learning about something that was previously not known | |
astronomical | adj: relating to astronomy or the study of celestial bodies and phenomena; very large or immense in scale or magnitude | |
telescope | n: a device like a tube in shape containing lenses used to magnify and observe distant objects | |
operator | n: a person who uses and controls machinery or equipment; a mathematical symbol used to perform calculations | |
observatory | n: a building designed and equipped to observe the planets, the stars, the weather, etc. | |
astronomer | n: a physicist who studies astronomy | |
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 | |
satellite | n: an electronic device that is sent up into space and moves around the Earth or another planet, used for gathering information or communicating by radio, television, etc. | |
galaxy | n: an independent group of stars, interstellar gas, dark matter, etc., in the universe, bound together by gravity | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
zoom | v: to move along very quickly; (noun) the act of rising upward into the air | |
essentially | adv: relating to the essential features or concepts of anything | |
memorize | v: to learn something carefully so that you will remember it exactly | |
pore | n: a tiny hole in the skin of people or other animals that sweat can pass through; (verb) to read carefully or study attentively | |
observation | n: the act or activity of carefully examining or monitoring something or someone | |
astronomy | n: the scientific study of objects and matter outside the Earth’s atmosphere, especially the positions, motions, and evolution of celestial bodies | |
observe | v: to watch or notice something carefully, often to gather information or insights; to take note of something or someone; to celebrate or commemorate a special event or occasion | |
universe | n: everything that exists, especially all physical matter, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy | |
fragile | adj: delicate or easily broken or damaged | |
moonshot | n: an ambitious, risky, and innovative project or goal, especially one that is intended to bring about radical change or breakthroughs in a particular field or industry, often inspired by the lunar landing mission of Apollo 11 in 1969 | |
sight | n: the ability to see; anything that is seen | |
flip | v: to turn over into a different position quickly; to throw or toss with a light motion | |
origin | n: the first existence or beginning of something | |
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 | |
incredibly | adv: in a way that is very difficult to believe; exceedingly or extremely | |
chemical | adj: relating to or connected with chemistry; | |
emulsify | v: to mix two or more liquids that normally don’t dissolve in each other, such as oil and water, by adding an agent that helps to suspend the tiny droplets of one liquid within the other | |
exposed | adj: having no protection or shield from something, such as bad weather, attack, or criticism | |
specific | adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise | |
razor | n: a sharp blade used for shaving or cutting hair | |
slice | n: a flat, often thin, piece of bread, meat, cheese, etc., that has been cut from a larger piece; a wound made by cutting | |
soak | v: to allow liquid to be absorbed, typically by immersing in it; to leave as a guarantee in return for money | |
ammonia | n: a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen that forms a gas with a strong smell, used as cleaning substances, fertilizers, and explosives | |
tap | v: to hit someone or something quickly, gently, and often repeatedly; to use existing resources, such as energy, knowledge, etc. | |
lick | v: to pass the tongue over something to moisten, taste, or eat | |
sticky | adj: made of or covered with an adhesive substance; hot or warm and humid | |
slightly | adv: in a small degree or extent; a little | |
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 | |
meticulously | adv: with great attention to detail; thoroughly and carefully | |
snap | v: to record on photographic film; to make a sudden, sharp sound; (noun) the act of catching an object with the hands | |
patch | n: a small piece of material or fabric used to repair or reinforce a tear, hole, or damaged area; a small plot of land used for cultivation or a specific purpose | |
capture | v: to catch a person or an animal and confine them in an area which they cannot escape | |
elevator | n: a mechanical device used for vertical transportation, typically in multi-story buildings, consisting of a compartmentalized platform that moves between floors | |
attach | v: to fasten, join, or connect one thing to another | |
dome | n: a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base | |
shiver | v: to shake or quiver with cold, fear, or excitement; to tremble or vibrate rapidly | |
transfer | v: to move, pass, or change from one person, place, or situation to another | |
complicated | adj: involving a lot of different things or parts in a way that is difficult to understand or analyze | |
structure | n: the way of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts, or a complex thing constructed of many parts | |
expose | v: to show something by uncovering it; to make something accessible to some action or influence | |
crouch | v: to put your body close to the ground, especially as a way of avoiding being seen | |
precious | adj: uncommon and extremely valuable | |
wander | v: to walk around slowly or to a place, often without any clear purpose or direction | |
blazing | adj: burning and emitting intense heat and light; powerful and impressive | |
flood | n: a large amount of water flowing beyond its normal limits; an overwhelming number or amount | |
ruin | v: to damage, spoil, or demolish something; (noun) an unrecoverable state of devastation and destruction, | |
howl | v: to make a prolonged, loud, mournful cry or noise, typically as a signal of distress, pain, or an intense emotion; to express one’s strong feelings or emotions in a loud and unrestrained manner; (noun) a long, loud, mournful sound made by a person or an animal, often in response to pain, fear, or sadness | |
yell | v: to shout in a sudden and loud way | |
curse | n: a rude or offensive word or an expression that is not polite and shows that you are very angry | |
destroy | v: to ruin or damage severely or completely; to eradicate or eliminate completely | |
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 | |
suddenly | adv: quickly and unexpectedly | |
spinning | n: the act of rotating rapidly around an axis; in the context of textiles, the process of twisting fibers together to form thread or yarn | |
mad | adj: insane, especially due to a mental illness; very angry | |
murder | n: the crime of killing somebody intentionally | |
absurd | adj: ridiculously silly, unreasonable, or illogical | |
slow-motion | n: an effect in film-making whereby time appears to be slowed down | |
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 | |
ridiculous | adj: very silly or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at | |
primitive | adj: of or relating to an early stage of society with no industry or technological development; simple, naive, or old-fashioned in style | |
dunk | v: to immerse or submerge briefly in a liquid, often repeatedly to coat or moisten; to slam or force something down into a container of liquid | |
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 | |
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 | |
cosmos | n: another name for the universe, mainly used when it is thought of as an ordered system | |
perch | v: to sit, stand, or rest on something, particularly a narrow or elevated surface; to position oneself confidently or dominantly; to place something in a high or elevated position; (noun) a branch or other elevated place where a bird can rest or roost | |
nebula | n: a cloud of gas and dust in space, visible in the night sky, typically as a diffuse light source | |
label | n: a small piece of paper, fabric, or other material attached to an object and giving information about it; (verb) to assign to a category | |
exclamation | n: a sudden outcry or shout, especially one expressing strong emotion | |
variable | adj: likely to change or vary often; (noun) a symbol, like x or y, that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a value that may be changed | |
dim | adj: poorly lit; not bright | |
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 | |
distance | n: the amount of space between two points, measured in units such as miles, meters, or kilometers; the extent, scope, or range between two things, such as distance or emotional distance | |
astonishing | adj: surprising or shocking; difficult to believe | |
separate | v: to force, take, or pull apart; mark as different | |
modern | adj: of or belonging to the present time or recent times | |
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 | |
underneath | adv: under or below something else | |
faint | adj: not strong, clear, or vigorous; slight or weak | |
faraway | adj: located at a geographically distant place; remote or separated by distance; distant or not easily accessible | |
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 | |
afar | adv: at or to a great distance; far away | |
extreme | adj: very great in amount or degree | |
laptop | n: a portable computer that is small enough to be carried around easily and used on your lap | |
couch | n: a piece of furniture made for sitting, usually with a back and armrests, designed to seat more than one person | |
command | n: authority, control, or mastery over something, often referring to military or leadership contexts; a directive, order, or instruction; expertise or confidence in a specific area; (verb) to give an authoritative order or instruction, or to be in charge or control of something | |
operate | v: to work in a particular way; to supervise something | |
supernova | n: a powerful and luminous explosion that occurs in some stars, resulting in an extremely bright, short-lived object that later fades into a supernova remnant | |
naked-eye | adj: visible to the human eye without the aid of a magnifying or telescopic device; able to be seen with unaided vision | |
suppose | v: to think that something is likely to be actual or possible | |
spectacular | adj: striking or impressive to look at or in performance or achievement | |
dot | n: a very small circular mark, especially one that is printed | |
epic | n: a long and eventful or heroic history, story, poem, or film; (adjective) very imposing or impressive | |
brilliant | adj: extremely clever, skilled, or impressive | |
explosive | adj: easily able or likely to shatter violently or burst apart; sudden and loud | |
enormous | adj: extremely large or great | |
massive | adj: enormous amount; very heavy and solid | |
spew | v: to eject forcefully and abundantly; to flow out rapidly and in large amounts | |
obvious | adj: easy to see, discover or understand | |
backyard | n: a whole space behind and belonging to a house | |
headline | n: a heading at the top of a newspaper or magazine story or page | |
hashtag | n: a word or phrase preceded by the symbol #, used on social media websites and applications to identify messages on a specific topic | |
explosion | n: a violent release induced by a chemical or nuclear reaction | |
unbelievable | adj: beyond belief or understanding and extremely surprising | |
exciting | adj: causing a lot of interest or excitement | |
visible | adj: capable of being seen; or open to easy view | |
invention | n: the creation of a new device or process resulting from study and experimentation; the act of inventing | |
distant | adj: far away in space, time, or where you are; far apart in relevance, relationship, or kinship | |
pinprick | n: a very small hole in something, especially made by a pin or needle; a minor annoyance | |
computation | n: the act or process of calculating something, especially an answer or amount, by using a machine or calculator | |
construct | v: to build or create something; to assemble or combine different parts to form something whole | |
preset | v: to set or adjust something beforehand, often about electronic or technological devices or systems; (noun) a preconfigured setting or adjustment that is programmed into a device, system, or software | |
algorithm | n: a set of rules or rigorous instructions typically used to solve a specific problem or to perform a computation | |
affiliated | adj: being associated with or connected to a larger organization, group, or system | |
dramatically | adv: in a very impressive manner | |
largely | adv: virtually entirely; to a large degree | |
intervention | n: the action or process of being done to improve or help a circumstance, often they have not been asked to do so | |
stargaze | v: to gaze at the stars, especially at night; to daydream or fantasize: | |
disappear | v: to cease to exist or be visible | |
atop | adv: on, to, or at the top | |
analyze | v: to think about in-depth and evaluate to discover essential features or meaning | |
curiosity | n: a strong desire to know or learn about something | |
harness | v: to control and exploit the power of something, especially natural resources that produce energy; (noun) a set of narrow pieces of leather and metal that are used to control or hold in place a person, animal, or object | |
combine | v: to join or merge to form a single thing or group | |
incredible | adj: unbelievable; enormous |