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Word	Meaning	Advanced
dappled	adj: marked with spots or patches of different colors or shades; having a mottled or speckled appearance; characterized by a play of light and shadow
birthmark	n: a mark or discolored spot on the skin that is present at birth or appears soon after, usually caused by a concentration of pigment or blood vessels
folk	n: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
predict	v: to state beforehand that something will happen in the future, mainly based on knowledge or experience
princess	n: the daughter of a monarch; the wife or widow of a prince; woman or girl considered to be particularly good or admirable
rumor	n: a piece of unverified information of uncertain origin that is spread by word of mouth
wicked	adj: morally bad or evil
hurtle	v: to move quickly and forcefully, especially in an uncontrolled or dangerous way
infant	n: a baby or very young child
realm	n: a domain of activity, interest, or knowledge
spot	n: a particular location or place; a small round or roundish area, differing in color or feels from the surface around it
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
uncanny	adj: strange or mysterious, often in a way that is unsettling
confirm	v: to support or establish the truth or certainty of something previously believed or suspected to be the case
origin	n: the first existence or beginning of something
sly	adj: having or showing a secretive or deceptive nature; cunning or crafty in achieving one’s goals
entrust	v: to delegate or assign responsibility or authority to someone else; to put trust or confidence in someone’s abilities or judgment
eager	adj: showing enthusiasm and a strong desire or interest to do something
roam	v: to move about or travel aimlessly or without a fixed destination; to wander
bandit	n: a person who robs or steals, often while using violence or threats; a criminal who operates outside the law and steals from others
stumble	v: to miss a step and fall or nearly fall; to walk unsteadily
brutal	adj: harsh or cruel
pity	n: a feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering or misfortunes of others; an object of contempt or disdain
decide	v: to make up someone’s mind about something; to come to a conclusion or judgment after considering options
scribble	v: to write or draw carelessly and in a hurry
palace	n: the residence of a high-ranking official such as a king, queen, etc.
destine	v: to determine or set the course of something in advance, often in a way that seems predetermined or inevitable; to specify or choose someone or something for a particular fate or outcome
approve	v: to think that someone or something is favorable, acceptable, or appropriate; to officially accept a plan, request, etc.
whirlwind	n: a very strong wind that moves rapidly in circles and causes a lot of damage
furious	adj: extremely angry; full of rage
execute	v: to kill someone, especially as a legal punishment; to carry out or perform an action, duty, etc.
beloved	adj: loved very much
devise	v: to come up with an idea, plan, theory, etc., using your intelligence or imagination
diabolical	adj: characterized by extreme wickedness, cruelty, or evil; devilish or inhuman in nature or character
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
pluck	v: to pull or draw something, especially with sudden force or effort; to strip of feathers
devil	n: a supernatural being typically represented in belief systems as an evil or mischievous spirit, often used metaphorically to describe a person or thing that is harmful, dangerous, or wicked
bride	n: a woman on her wedding day; a woman who is about to be married or has recently been married
eerie	adj: strange, or frightening; suggestive of the supernatural
villager	n: a person who lives in a village or small rural community; a person who is part of a close-knit and traditional community
refuse	v: to show that one is not willing to do or accept something
contemplate	v: to think about a possible future action or to think about something for a long time thoughtfully
gnarled	adj: twisted and rough, especially because of age or exposure; having the texture of a rough and knotted surface
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
elderly	adj: (a polite word for) old
ferry	n: a boat or ship used to transport people, vehicles, or goods across a body of water, especially on a regular schedule
await	v: to wait or stay ready for something; to expect or anticipate something
paddle	n: a flat, usually wooden implement with a handle used for stirring, mixing, or beating a liquid or substance
rasp	n: a coarse file or tool used for shaping or smoothing rough surfaces; a harsh, grating sound made by rubbing or scraping or as the result of wheezing or breathing difficulties
interminable	adj: endless or seemingly endless; boring or tedious to the point of being intolerable; never-ending or without pause or interruption
hut	n: a small, simple, and often crude shelter or dwelling, typically made of natural materials such as wood or mud
sink	v: to submerge or go down below the surface of a liquid or substance; to decline or deteriorate; to cause something to go down into a liquid substance or sink into something else
swampy	adj: characterized by marshes, bogs, or other wetlands that are often overgrown with dense vegetation
reluctantly	adv: in a way that you are unwilling to do something; with hesitation
rot	v: to decay, or cause something to decay, naturally and gradually
footstep	n: a step, or the sound generated by a person walking when their foot hits the ground
warn	v: to make someone aware of potential danger or difficulty, particularly one that may occur in the future
shrink	v: to become smaller, or to make something smaller in size or amount
lift	v: to raise something to a higher position or level; to pick up something or somebody and move them to a different position
sleeve	n: a part of a garment that covers all or part of an arm
grandchild	n: a child of someone’s son or daughter
lavish	adj: large in amount and expensive or impressive
asleep	adj: in a state of sleep
deft	adj: skillful or clever in one’s movements or actions; nimble or agile; demonstrating dexterity or expertness
gleam	v: to reflect light in a way that creates a shining or bright and attractive appearance; to become visible or apparent
complain	v: to say dissatisfaction or annoyance about something or somebody
depart	v: to go away or leave, especially to start a journey
oar	n: a pole with a flat blade at one end used for rowing a boat through the water
declare	v: to say, state, or announce something clearly, officially, or publicly
gnaw	v: to bite or chew on something persistently or nervously; to wear away at something gradually
enormous	adj: extremely large or great
toad	n: a small, tailless amphibian with dry, warty skin and short legs; a person who is disliked or contemptible
reward	n: a thing given in acknowledgment of service, hard work, achievement, etc.
handsomely	adv: in a way that is generous, ample, or abundant; in an attractive, pleasing, or graceful manner; in a manner that provides a substantial or profitable reward or benefit
thrust	v: to push or drive forcibly; to impose or insert; (noun) the force used in pushing
greedy	adj: having or showing an intense or insatiable desire for wealth, status, power, or food
in-law	n: a relative by marriage, such as a mother-in-law, brother-in-law, or sister-in-law
wealth	n: a large amount of money, property, or other things that someone or an organization owns
immediately	adv: now or without delay
hasten	v: to move or act quickly; to cause or encourage something to happen sooner or more rapidly; to accelerate or speed up
riverbank	n: the land along the edge of a river, often used for recreation or agricultural purposes
claim	v: to assert that something is true; to demand or request something as one’s own; to lay legal or moral right to something; (noun) a demand or assertion of a right or something that one believes to be true
impatience	n: a feeling of restlessness or irritation caused by a desire for something to happen or be done more quickly; lack of patience
grin	v: to smile broadly