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debate
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A formal discussion about a particular topic in which opposing arguments are presented.
The students held a lively debate on climate change.
paradoxical
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Seeming self-contradictory.
It's paradoxical that something so small could cause such a huge problem.
alloy
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A metal made by combining two or more metallic elements
Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon.
outlined
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Give a summary of (something).
The teacher outlined the main points of the lesson.
environment
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The surroundings or conditions in which a person or plant lives or operates.
We must protect the environment from pollution.
misperceives
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Interpret (something or someone) incorrectly.
He misperceives her shyness as aloofness.
deception
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The action of deceiving someone.
The magician used deception to amaze the audience.
intended
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Planned or meant.
The intended recipient of the letter was not at home.
exposure
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The state of being exposed to something.
Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage your skin.
ancient
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Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence.
The ancient Egyptians built pyramids.
obsolete
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No longer produced or used; out of date.
Typewriters are now obsolete.
narratives
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A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
The book is a collection of personal narratives.
narrative
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A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
Her narrative of the journey was captivating.
queasy
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Slightly nauseated; having a sick feeling.
The boat ride made me feel queasy.
distaste
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A feeling of dislike or disgust.
She expressed her distaste for the loud music.
operate
process
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Control the functioning of (a machine
The surgeon had to operate immediately.
or system).
culpability
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Responsibility for a fault or wrong; blame.
The investigation established his culpability in the fraud.
moths
Moths were attracted to the light.
typically with nocturnal habits and drab coloration.
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An insect related to the butterfly
navigate
especially by using instruments or maps.
aircraft
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Plan and direct the route or course of a ship
or other form of transport
metaphor
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A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
The phrase "a sea of troubles" is a metaphor.
manifestation
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An event or object that clearly shows or embodies something
the first obvious manifestations of global warming
quickly
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At a fast speed; rapidly.
The cat ran quickly across the yard.
physical
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Relating to things perceived through the senses; relating to matter.
Exercise is important for physical health.
prevailed
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Prove more powerful or superior.
Good sense prevailed in the end.
future
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The time or a period of time following the moment of speaking or writing; what is going to happen.
We cannot predict the future.
extensive
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Covering or affecting a large area.
The fire caused extensive damage.
evidence
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The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.
The police collected evidence at the crime scene.
exposed
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Make (something) visible by uncovering it.
The old ruins were exposed by the excavation.
appropriate
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Suitable or proper in the circumstances.
It is not appropriate to wear jeans to a formal event.
glorified
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Represented as admirable or having great value.
The media glorified the athlete's achievements.
magnitude
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The great size or extent of something.
The magnitude of the earthquake was devastating.
lyric
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Expressing the writer's emotions in an imaginative and beautiful way.
The song's lyric were very poetic.
parasitic
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Living as a parasite; an organism that lives in or on another organism (its host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host's expense.
Ticks are parasitic insects.
drought
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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water resulting from this.
The drought caused crops to fail.
halted
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Bring or come to an abrupt stop.
The train halted at the station.
nobel
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Relating to or denoting any of the annual prizes established by Alfred Nobel for achievements in physics
huge
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Extremely large; enormous.
The elephant is a huge animal.
corollary
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A proposition that follows from (and is often appended to) one already proved.
The huge tax increase was a corollary of the new budget.
depth
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The distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something.
The depth of the ocean is immense.
internal
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Of or situated inside; existing in the mind.
The company conducted an internal investigation.
rumble
The thunder began to rumble.
resonant sound.
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Make or move with a continuous deep
plagued
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Cause continual trouble or distress to.
The city was plagued by crime.
exuberant
excitement
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Full of energy
The children were exuberant on their holiday.
and cheerfulness; ebullient.
exhibit
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Publicly display (a work of art or item of interest) in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair.
The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts.
competence
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The ability to do something successfully or efficiently.
He demonstrated his competence in the field.
geologic
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Relating to the study of the earth's physical structure and substance
The geologic survey revealed new information.
officials
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A person holding public office or having official duties
Government officials attended the meeting.
bilingual
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Speaking two languages fluently.
She is bilingual in English and Spanish.
office
professional
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A room or set of rooms used as a place for commercial
He works in an office downtown.
or bureaucratic work.
option
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A thing that is or may be chosen; a choice.
We have several options for dinner.
fossilized
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Convert into a fossil; replace organic material with mineral substances in the remains of an organism.
The dinosaur bones were fossilized.
imagine
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Form a mental image or concept of.
Imagine you are on a tropical island.
revenues
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Income and of a substantial nature.
The company's revenues increased this year.
portfolio
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A range of investments held by a person or organization.
His investment portfolio is diverse.
tremendous
scale
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Very great in amount
The storm caused tremendous damage.
or intensity.
criteria
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A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided.
The selection criteria are very strict.
dimension
depth
such as length
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A measurable extent of a particular kind
or height.
breadth
nonetheless
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In spite of that; nevertheless.
it was the barest of welcomes, but it was a welcome nonetheless
deemed
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Regard or consider in a specified way.
He was deemed to be the best candidate.
multitude
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A large number.
A multitude of people attended the concert.
contagious
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Spread from one person or organism to another by direct or indirect contact.
The flu is highly contagious.
hole
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An opening or gap in a solid object or surface.
There is a hole in my sock.
compatible
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Able to exist or occur together without conflict.
The software is compatible with most computers.
celestial
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Positioned in or relating to the sky
The moon is a celestial body.
immense
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Extremely large or great
The ocean is immense.
indulge
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Allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of.
We decided to indulge in some ice cream.
iceberg
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A large floating mass of ice detached from a glacier or ice sheet and carried out to sea.
The Titanic hit an iceberg.
mesmerized
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Hold (someone) attention to the exclusion of all else or so as to transfix them.
She was mesmerized by the beautiful sunset.
geographic
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Relating to geography
The geographic location of the city is important.
global
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Relating to the whole world; worldwide.
Climate change is a global issue.
interest
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The feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
He showed a keen interest in history.
approach
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A way of dealing with a situation or problem.
We need a new approach to solve this problem.
contemporary
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Living or occurring at the same time.
Contemporary art is very diverse.
advantage
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A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position.
Having a good education gives you an advantage.
drive
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Operate and control the direction and speed of a motor vehicle.
She learned to drive a car.
feces
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Waste matter discharged from the bowels; excrement.
The dog left feces on the sidewalk.
sedentary
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Tending to spend much time seated; inactive.
A sedentary lifestyle can lead to health problems.
integrated
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Combine (one thing) with another so that they become a whole.
The new system is fully integrated.
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enable
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Give (someone or something) the authority or means to do something; make possible.
The software enables users to create complex designs.
graduate
course of training
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Successfully complete an academic degree
She will graduate from college next year.
or high school.
achieve
skill
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Successfully bring about or reach (a desired objective or result) by effort
He worked hard to achieve his goals.
or courage.
activities
often as part of a group
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Things that are done for enjoyment
The children participated in various outdoor activities.
and that involve moving around or using energy.
fascinated
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Strongly attracted and interested.
She was fascinated by the ancient artifacts.
abundance
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A very large quantity of something.
The garden produced an abundance of vegetables.
arduously
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Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.
He worked arduously to complete the project on time.
opus
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A large musical work or work of art.
The composer's latest opus was well-received.
actual
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Existing in fact; typically as contrasted with what was intended
The actual cost was higher than the estimate.
rampant
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Flourishing or spreading unchecked.
Corruption was rampant in the government.
constitute
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Be (a part) of a whole.
These changes constitute a significant improvement.
nutrients
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Substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil.
organism
plant
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An individual animal
A single-celled organism can be seen under a microscope.
or single-celled life form.
emerge
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Become apparent or prominent.
New technologies continue to emerge.
bolted
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Fasten with a bolt.
The door was bolted shut.
foreigners
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A person born in or coming from a country other than one's own.
Many foreigners visit the city each year.
strive
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Make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
We must strive for peace.
periodic
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Occurring or appearing at intervals; occasional.
He made periodic visits to his hometown.
heterogeneous
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Diverse in character or content.
The class was made up of a heterogeneous group of students.
expense
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The cost required for something; the money spent on something.
The expense of the trip was considerable.
precise
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Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.
The scientist took precise measurements.
infestation
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The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place
The garden suffered from an insect infestation.
admissions
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The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or organization.
University admissions are highly competitive.
latent
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Existing but not yet developed or manifest; hidden or concealed.
The virus remained latent in her body.
anticipate
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Regard as probable; expect or predict.
We anticipate a large turnout for the event.
fragmented
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Broken into small parts or pieces.
The evidence was fragmented and difficult to piece together.
civilization
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The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced.
Ancient civilizations built impressive structures.
swayed
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Control or influence (a person or course of action).
He was swayed by her arguments.
agrarian
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Relating to cultivated land or the cultivation of land.
The country had an agrarian economy.
eroding
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Gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed.
The coastline is eroding due to rising sea levels.
appetite
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A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need
He had a healthy appetite after the long hike.
amateur
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A person who engages in a pursuit
The amateur photographer took some stunning photos.
rouse
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Bring or recall from sleep or inactivity; awaken.
The loud noise roused him from his sleep.
boulevards
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A wide street in a town or city
They strolled along the tree-lined boulevards.
compiling
She was compiling a list of research materials.
especially a list or book) by assembling information collected from other sources.
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Produce (something
converge
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Come together from different directions so as eventually to meet.
The roads converge at the town square.
geospatial
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Relating to data that is associated with a particular location.
Geospatial data is used in mapping and navigation.
awed
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Filled with or expressing awe.
They were awed by the beauty of the landscape.
accumulate
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Gather together or acquire an increasing number of.
Dust tends to accumulate in corners.
deplete
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Use up the supply or resources of.
Overfishing can deplete fish stocks.
integrative
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Serving to unify separate elements or people.
The school promotes an integrative approach to learning.
irresistible
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Too attractive and tempting to be resisted.
The aroma of fresh bread was irresistible.
incompatible
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Not able to exist or occur together without conflict.
Their personalities were incompatible.
fortified
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Provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.
The castle was heavily fortified.
attuned
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Make receptive or aware.
She was attuned to the subtle changes in her environment.
infallible
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Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong.
No one is infallible.
conserve
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protect (something, especially an environmentally or culturally important place or thing) from harm or destruction.
We must conserve natural resources.
nutritionally
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Relating to or providing nutrition.
The meal was nutritionally balanced.
stem
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Originate in or be caused by.
Many problems stem from a lack of communication.
camouflage
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Concealment by disguise or by coloring or patterning that blends with the surrounding environment.
The lizard's camouflage helps it avoid predators.
blend
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Mix (different substances) together so that they combine into one.
Blend the ingredients until smooth.
brink
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The edge or verge of something.
The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.
anonymity
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The condition of being anonymous.
He preferred the anonymity of the city.
exotic
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Originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country.
They visited an exotic island.
fusion
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The process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity.
The restaurant offers a fusion of different cuisines.
inception
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The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
The project was successful from its inception.
phasing
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Carry out or move in gradual stages.
The company is phasing out older models.
hinges
gate
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A movable joint on which a door
The door hinges were rusty.
or lid swings as it opens and closes.
exert
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Apply or bring to bear (a force or quality).
He exerted his influence to get the project approved.
interactive
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Allowing a two-way flow of information between a computer and a user or responding immediately to a user's input.
The website has an interactive map.
acoustic
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Relating to sound or the sense of hearing.
The concert hall has excellent acoustic properties.
enthusiasm
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Intense and eager enjoyment or approval.
The team played with great enthusiasm.
interact
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Act in such a way as to have an effect on another; act reciprocally.
The students interact with each other in the classroom.
accelerate
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Begin to move or develop more quickly.
The car began to accelerate.
increasing
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Becoming or made greater in size or amount.
There is an increasing demand for renewable energy.
nevertheless
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In spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same.
statements which, although literally true, are nevertheless misleading
order
pattern
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An arrangement of people or things in relation to one another according to a particular sequence
The books were arranged in alphabetical order.
or method.
fiction
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Literature in the form of prose that describes imaginary events and people.
She enjoys reading science fiction.
industrial
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Relating to or characterized by industry.
The city has a large industrial area.
anecdotes
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A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.
He shared several anecdotes from his travels.
leisure
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Free time; freedom to use one's time as one pleases.
They spent their leisure time hiking.
natural
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Existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind.
The park is a natural habitat for wildlife.
conservancy
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An organization concerned with the conservation of land and other natural resources.
The nature conservancy protects endangered species.
legitimate
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Conforming to the law or to rules.
The contract was deemed legitimate.
paucity
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The presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities; scarcity.
There is a paucity of evidence to support the claim.
opportunities
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A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
The city offers many opportunities for young people.
preserve
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Maintain (something) in its original or existing state.
We must preserve our cultural heritage.
coquettish
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Behaving in such a way as to suggest a playful sexual attraction; flirtatious.
She gave him a coquettish smile.
appeal
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Make a serious or urgent request
The charity made an appeal for donations.
ensure
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Make certain that (something) will occur or be the case.
Please ensure that all doors are locked.
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irrelevant
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Not connected with or relevant to something.
His comments were irrelevant to the discussion.
barrier
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A circumstance or obstacle that keeps people or things apart or prevents progress.
Language can be a barrier to communication.
evolution
The evolution of technology has transformed our lives.
especially from a simple to a more complex form.
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The gradual development of something
diverse
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Showing a great deal of variety; very different.
The city has a diverse population.
immune
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Resistant to a particular infection or toxin owing to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.
Vaccines can make you immune to certain diseases.
stellar
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Relating to a star or stars.
The astronomer studied stellar phenomena.
willow
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A tree or shrub of temperate climates which typically has narrow leaves and catkins.
We sat under the shade of a willow tree.
endangered
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Seriously at risk of extinction.
The panda is an endangered species.
dense
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Closely compacted in substance.
The forest was dense with trees.
orient
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Align or position something relative to a known point or situation.
The map helps to orient travelers.
burst
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Break suddenly and violently open
The balloon burst with a loud noise.
precautions
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Measures taken in advance to prevent something dangerous
We took precautions to avoid getting sunburned.
groove
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a long, narrow cut or depression, especially one made to guide motion or receive a corresponding ridge.
The record needle followed the groove.
pioneer
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A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.
She was a pioneer in the field of medicine.
numerous
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Great in number; many.
There were numerous opportunities to learn.
nonprofit
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Not making or conducted to make a profit.
The organization is a nonprofit.
foliage
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plant leaves collectively.
The trees were covered in lush foliage.
frustrated
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Feeling or expressing distress and annoyance resulting from an inability to change or achieve something.
He felt frustrated by the lack of progress.
stroll
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Walk in a leisurely way.
They took a stroll along the beach.
wander
We wandered through the old town.
aimless way.
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Walk or move in a leisurely
magnetic
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Having the properties of a magnet.
The Earth has a magnetic field.
expend
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Spend or use up (a resource such as money or energy).
They expended a lot of effort on the project.
correlate
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Have a mutual relationship or connection
Stress can correlate with health problems.
federal
The federal government funds many programs.
as distinct from the constituent units.
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Relating to or denoting the central government of a federation
notion
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A conception of or belief about something.
He had a notion that something was wrong.
debris
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Scattered pieces of rubbish or remains.
The storm left debris scattered across the street.
consensus
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General agreement.
There was a consensus among the experts.
enhance
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Intensify or further improve the quality
his refusal does nothing to enhance his reputation
conduct
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Organize and carry out.
The researchers will conduct a study.
array
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An impressive display or range of a particular type of thing.
There was an array of choices on the menu.
conflict
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A serious disagreement or argument.
The two countries were in conflict.
conduit
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A tube or trough for protecting electric wiring.
The wires were run through a conduit.
optimistic
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Hopeful and confident about the future.
She was optimistic about the outcome.
intuitively
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Without conscious reasoning; instinctively.
He knew intuitively that something was wrong.
adequate
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Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity.
The supplies were adequate for the trip.
fungi
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Any of a group of spore-producing organisms feeding on organic matter
judicial
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Relating to or conducted by courts of law or judges.
The judicial system is designed to ensure fairness.
invariably
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In every case or on every occasion; always.
The weather is invariably hot in the summer.
poisonous
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Causing or capable of causing death or illness.
Some mushrooms are poisonous.
debilitating
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Making someone weak and infirm.
The illness had a debilitating effect.
bigotry
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Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself.
Bigotry has no place in a civilized society.
methodologies
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A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Different research methodologies were used.
anatomy
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The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans
ubiquitous
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present, appearing, or found everywhere.
“his ubiquitous influence was felt by all the family”
combustion
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The process of burning something.
The combustion of fossil fuels releases pollutants.
narration
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The action or process of narrating a story.
The narration in the audiobook was excellent.
inconvenient
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Causing trouble or difficulty.
The timing was inconvenient for me.
introvert
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A shy reticent person.
He is an introvert who enjoys quiet activities.
opera
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A dramatic work in one or more acts
She enjoys going to the opera.
monarchy
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A form of government with a monarch at the head.
The country has a constitutional monarchy.
predominate
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Be the strongest or main element; be greater in number or influence.
The color blue predominates in the painting.
radar
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A system for detecting the presence
emit
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Produce and discharge (something
The factory emits smoke.
nonfiction
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Prose writing that is based on facts
horizons
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The limit of a person's ambitions or interests.
The trip broadened her horizons.
terrain
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a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features.
“they were delayed by rough terrain”
abrupt
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Sudden and unexpected.
The meeting came to an abrupt end.
fewer
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A smaller number of.
There were fewer people at the meeting than expected.
literary
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Concerning the writing or content of literature.
She has a literary background.
naturopaths
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A person who practices naturopathy.
Naturopaths use natural remedies.
influence
or the effect itself.
development
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The capacity to have an effect on the character
or behavior of someone or something
nutritional
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Relating to nutrition.
The meal was nutritionally balanced.
distortion
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The action of distorting or the state of being distorted.
The photograph suffered from distortion.
comprehensive
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Complete and including everything that is necessary.
The report was comprehensive.
outside
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The external side or surface of something.
He stood outside the building.
bonnet
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The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle.
He opened the bonnet to check the engine.
instance
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An example or single occurrence of something.
There was one instance where he was late.
influx
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An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.
The city saw an influx of tourists.
coastal
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Relating to or situated on a coast.
The coastal region is popular with tourists.
marine
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Relating to or found in the sea.
Marine life is diverse.
gained
needed
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Obtain or secure (something desired
He gained valuable experience.
or planned).
obesity
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The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.
Obesity is a growing health concern.
consciousness
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The state of being aware of and responsive to one's surroundings.
He lost consciousness after the accident.
giant
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An imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size.
A giant oak tree stood in the field.
interaction
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Reciprocal action or influence.
There was a lot of interaction between the students.
intellectual
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Relating to the intellect.
She is an intellectual who enjoys discussing complex ideas.
fragile
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Easily broken or damaged.
The antique vase was fragile.
welsh
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Relating to Wales or its language or people.
She speaks Welsh.
catastrophic
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Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
The flood was catastrophic.
novelties
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The quality of being new
They sold novelties at the fair.
native
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A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth
He is a native of the island.
consumers
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A person who purchases goods and services for personal use.
Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious.
accuracy
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The quality or state of being correct or precise.
The accuracy of the data was questioned.
hermetic
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(of a seal or closure) complete and airtight.
The container was hermetic.
anchor
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A heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom
The ship dropped anchor.
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context
and in terms of which it can be fully understood.
statement
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The circumstances that form the setting for an event
or idea
forming
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Coming into existence; developing.
The clouds were forming a storm.
medieval
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Relating to the Middle Ages.
The medieval castle was built in the 12th century.
discipline
The school enforces strict discipline.
using punishment to correct disobedience.
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The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
notions
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A conception of or belief about something.
He had various notions about how to solve the problem.
bigotry
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Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself.
Bigotry fuels hatred and division.
methodologies
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A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Different research methodologies can yield different results.
anatomy
animals
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The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans
Understanding human anatomy is essential for medical professionals.
and other living organisms.
ubiquitous
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Present or found everywhere.
Cell phones have become ubiquitous in modern society.
combustion
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The process of burning something.
The combustion of wood produces heat and smoke.
narration
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The action or process of narrating a story.
The narration in the documentary was engaging.
inconvenient
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Causing trouble or difficulty.
The timing of the meeting was inconvenient for many.
opera
She enjoys attending the opera.
set to music for singers and instrumentalists.
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A dramatic work in one or more acts
monarchy
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A form of government with a monarch at the head.
The country transitioned from a monarchy to a republic.
predominate
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Be the strongest or main element; be greater in number or influence.
Green colors predominate in the painting.
radar
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A system for detecting the presence and speed of aircraft
emit
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Produce and discharge (something
The factory emits pollutants into the air.
nonfiction
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Prose writing that is based on facts and real people
horizons
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The limit of a person's ambitions or interests.
Traveling abroad broadened her horizons.
terrain
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A stretch of land
The hikers navigated the rough terrain.
abrupt
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Sudden and unexpected.
The meeting ended abruptly.
fewer
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A smaller number of.
There were fewer attendees than expected.
literary
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Concerning the writing or content of literature.
She has a strong literary background.
naturopaths
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A person who practices naturopathy.
Naturopaths use natural remedies to promote health.
nutritional
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Relating to nutrition.
Proper nutritional intake is essential for good health.
distortion
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The action of distorting or the state of being distorted.
The photograph suffered from distortion due to the lens.
comprehensive
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Complete and including everything that is necessary.
The report provided a comprehensive overview of the issue.
outside
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The external side or surface of something.
He waited outside the building.
bonnet
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The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle.
He lifted the bonnet to check the engine.
instance
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An example or single occurrence of something.
There was one instance where the system failed.
influx
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An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.
The city experienced an influx of tourists during the summer.
coastal
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Relating to or situated on a coast.
Coastal towns are often popular tourist destinations.
marine
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Relating to or found in the sea.
Marine life is diverse and fascinating.
gained
needed
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Obtain or secure (something desired
He gained valuable experience during his internship.
or planned).
obesity
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The condition of being grossly fat or overweight.
Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide.
consciousness
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The state of being aware of and responsive to one's surroundings.
He regained consciousness after the accident.
giant
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An imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size.
A giant oak tree stood in the middle of the field.
interaction
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Reciprocal action or influence.
The students had a lively interaction during the class discussion.
intellectual
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Relating to the intellect.
She is an intellectual who enjoys debating complex ideas.
fragile
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Easily broken or damaged.
The antique vase was fragile and required careful handling.
welsh
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Relating to Wales or its language or people.
She speaks fluent Welsh.
catastrophic
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Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
The earthquake caused catastrophic damage.
novelties
original
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The quality of being new
The store sold various novelties.
or unusual.
native
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A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth
He is a native of the island.
consumers
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A person who purchases goods and services for personal use.
Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious.
accuracy
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The quality or state of being correct or precise.
The accuracy of the data was crucial for the experiment.
anchor
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A heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom
The ship dropped anchor in the bay.
context
and in terms of which it can be fully understood.
statement
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The circumstances that form the setting for an event
or idea
forming
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Coming into existence; developing.
Ideas were forming in her mind.
medieval
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Relating to the Middle Ages.
Medieval architecture is known for its grandeur.
discipline
Self-discipline is essential for achieving goals.
using punishment to correct disobedience.
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The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
notions
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A conception of or belief about something.
He had various notions about the future.
dynamic
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Characterized by constant change or progress.
The city has a dynamic atmosphere.
intriguing
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Arousing one's curiosity or interest; fascinating.
The mystery novel had an intriguing plot.
truant
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A student who stays away from school without leave or explanation.
The truant student was caught skipping class.
adjacent
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Next to or adjoining something else.
The park is adjacent to the school.
beaver
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A large semiaquatic rodent with a broad flat tail.
Beavers build dams in rivers.
instinct
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An innate (typically fixed) pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli.
Birds have an instinct to migrate.
habitable
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Suitable or fit to live in.
The island is no longer habitable due to rising sea levels.
cope
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Deal effectively with something difficult.
She learned to cope with stress.
enormous
quantity
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Very large in size
The elephant is an enormous animal.
or extent.
detrimental
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Tending to cause harm.
Smoking has a detrimental effect on health.
hatch
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Emerge from an egg.
The chicks will hatch in a few days.
decade
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A period of ten years.
The company has been in business for over a decade.
inextricably
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In a way that is impossible to disentangle or separate.
Their fates were inextricably linked.
deterrent
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A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something.
The security cameras acted as a deterrent.
unadorned
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Not decorated; plain.
The room was unadorned and simple.
abandoning
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Cease to support or look after (someone); desert.
They were abandoning the old building.
fossil
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The remains or impression of a prehistoric organism preserved in petrified form or as a mold or cast in rock.
Fossils provide evidence of past life.
laboratory
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A room or building equipped for scientific experiments
advent
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The arrival of something
The advent of the internet changed the world.
epistemology
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the theory of knowledge, especially with regard to its methods, validity, and scope.
he grappled with metaphysics and epistemology in his writings and sermons
discourse
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Written or spoken communication or debate.
The political discourse was heated.
contaminating
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Make (something) impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.
Pollution is contaminating the water supply.
dissemination
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The action or process of spreading something
The dissemination of information is crucial for public awareness.
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disarming
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Having the effect of allaying suspicion or hostility
Her disarming smile put everyone at ease.
grin
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Smile broadly
He gave a wide grin when he heard the good news.
facetious
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Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant.
His facetious remarks were not appreciated during the serious discussion.
blanketed
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Cover (something) completely with a thick layer of something.
The ground was blanketed with snow.
acceptable
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Able to be agreed on; suitable.
The terms of the contract were acceptable to both parties.
deteriorated
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Become progressively worse.
The building had deteriorated over the years.
alley
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A narrow passageway between or behind buildings.
They walked down the dark alley.
avenue
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A wide street or main thoroughfare.
The parade marched down the avenue.
rigorous
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Thorough; exhaustive.
The experiment was conducted with rigorous attention to detail.
existed
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Have being; have reality.
Dinosaurs existed millions of years ago.
acquire
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Buy or obtain (an asset or object).
She acquired a taste for classical music.
explosive
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Able or likely to cause an explosion.
The situation was explosive and could lead to conflict.
element
Honesty is an essential element of trust.
especially one that is essential or characteristic.
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A part or aspect of something
intervened
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Take part in something so as to prevent or alter a result or course of events.
The teacher intervened to stop the fight.
compelling
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Evoking interest or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way.
The movie had a compelling storyline.
conference
She attended a scientific conference.
typically one held regularly.
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A formal meeting of people with a shared interest
insatiable
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Impossible to satisfy.
His insatiable curiosity drove him to learn more.
intensity
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The quality of being intense.
The intensity of the storm was frightening.
antiquity
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The ancient past
The museum displayed artifacts from antiquity.
supplies
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An amount of something needed or available for use.
The hikers carried enough supplies for the journey.
destruction
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The action or process of causing so much damage to something that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired.
The earthquake caused widespread destruction.
glut
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An excessively abundant supply of something.
There was a glut of tomatoes at the market.
liquidity
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The availability of liquid assets to a market or company.
The company needed to improve its liquidity.
inflationary
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Relating to or causing inflation.
The government took measures to control inflationary pressures.
engage
attract
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Occupy
The speaker tried to engage the audience.
or involve (someone's interest or attention).
wither
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Cease to flourish; fall into decay or decline.
The flowers began to wither in the heat.
concise
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Giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive.
She gave a concise summary of the report.
exclude
group
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Deny (someone) access to or bar them from a place
The club decided to exclude members who violated the rules.
or privilege.
jargon
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Special words or expressions used by a profession or group that are difficult for others to understand.
The report was full of technical jargon.
democracy
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A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state
The country transitioned to a democracy.
crude
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In a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined.
Crude oil is processed into gasoline.
exploit
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Make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource).
The company exploited the new technology.
cutlery
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Knives and spoons used for eating.
The restaurant provided clean cutlery.
gauges
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An instrument or device for measuring the magnitude of a quantity.
The car's gauges indicated the fuel level.
triumph
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A great victory or achievement.
The team celebrated their triumph.
velocity
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The speed of something in a given direction.
The car's velocity increased as it accelerated.
ivory
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A hard creamy-white substance composing the tusks of an elephant or walrus.
The antique piano had ivory keys.
pernicious
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Having a harmful effect
Gossip can have a pernicious effect on relationships.
predictability
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The quality of being predictable.
The predictability of the weather patterns made farming easier.
unravel
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Investigate and solve or explain (something complicated or puzzling).
The detective tried to unravel the mystery.
strain
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Force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make a strenuous or unusually great effort.
He strained his back lifting the heavy box.
plight
difficult
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A dangerous
The plight of the refugees was heartbreaking.
or otherwise unfortunate situation.
mortality
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The state of being subject to death.
The high mortality rate was a cause for concern.
daunting
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Seeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating.
The task seemed daunting at first.
extinct
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Having no living members; no longer in existence.
Dinosaurs are extinct.
tectonic
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Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and its rocks.
Tectonic plates cause earthquakes.
dispersal
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The action or process of distributing or spreading things or people over a wide area.
The dispersal of seeds is essential for plant reproduction.
console
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Comfort (someone) at a time of grief or disappointment.
She tried to console her friend after the loss.
according
it will rain.
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As stated by or in accordance with.
According to the weather forecast
ordinary
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With no special or distinctive features; normal.
It was just an ordinary day.
national
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Relating to or characteristic of a whole nation.
The national anthem was played.
despite
they went for a walk.
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In spite of; notwithstanding.
Despite the rain
academic
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Relating to education and scholarship.
She has a strong academic background.
emphasis
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Special importance or prominence given to a particular thing.
The teacher placed emphasis on good writing skills.
factor
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A circumstance or influence that contributes to a result or outcome.
Several factors contributed to the accident.
critics
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A person who expresses an unfavorable opinion of something.
The movie received mixed reviews from critics.
epidemic
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A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.
The city faced an epidemic of the flu.
guilt
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A feeling of having done wrong or failed in an obligation.
He felt guilt for breaking the promise.
fatally
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Causing death; deadly.
The accident was fatally wounded.
abiding
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Lasting a long time; enduring.
They had an abiding friendship.
course
or river.
aircraft
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The route or direction followed by a ship
road
literature
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Written works
She studied English literature.
acquisition
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The act of acquiring something.
The acquisition of knowledge is a lifelong process.
political
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Relating to government or public affairs of a country.
The election had a significant political impact.
observation
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The action or process of observing something or someone carefully or in order to gain information.
Careful observation is essential in scientific research.
inquisitive
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Curious or inquiring.
The child was inquisitive and asked many questions.
dwellers
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A person or animal that lives in a specified place.
The city dwellers were used to the noise.
moderate
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Average in amount
we walked at a moderate pace
adamant
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Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind.
He was adamant that he was right.
compulsory
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Required by law or rules; obligatory.
Education is compulsory for children.
account
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A report or description of an event or experience.
She gave a detailed account of her travels.
absolute
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Not qualified or diminished in any way; total.
He had absolute control over the situation.
graze
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Eat grass in a field.
The cows were grazing in the pasture.
identical
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Similar in every detail; exactly alike.
The twins were identical.
imitate
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Take or follow as a model; copy.
Children often imitate their parents.
plagiarism
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The practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own.
Plagiarism is a serious academic offense.
adopted
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Take (a child) into one's family and raise it as one's own.
They adopted a child from overseas.
scrutiny
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Critical observation or examination.
The document was under close scrutiny.
amazonian
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Relating to the Amazon region or its people.
The Amazonian rainforest is vital to the planet.
alleged
without proof
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Said
The alleged thief was arrested.
to have taken place or to have a specified characteristic.
alchemy
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The medieval forerunner of chemistry
occult sciences, such as alchemy and astrology
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flange
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A broad ridge or rim
The pipe had a flange to connect it to another.
entrenched
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Established firmly and difficult or unlikely to change; ingrained.
The old customs were deeply entrenched in the community.
cosmology
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The science of the origin and development of the universe.
Ancient civilizations had their own cosmologies.
presenting
etc.).
film
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Introduce and describe (a play
broadcast
poverty
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The state of being poor.
Many people live in poverty around the world.
eccentric
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Deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways.
His eccentric behavior made him stand out.
boon
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A thing that is helpful or beneficial.
The new technology was a boon to the industry.
beaks
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A bird's horny projecting jaws; a bill.
The parrot has a strong beak.
neolithic
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Relating to the later part of the Stone Age
Neolithic tools were made of stone.
crust
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The hard outer layer of something
The Earth's crust is made of tectonic plates.
online
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Connected to or available through a computer or a computer network.
Many businesses operate online.
firm
commencer à apprendre
A business concern
The law firm represented the client.
organs
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A part of an organism that is typically self-contained and has a specific vital function.
The heart is a vital organ.
notable
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Worthy of attention or notice; remarkable.
The author is notable for her contributions to literature.
criticism
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The expression of disapproval of someone or something on the basis of perceived faults or mistakes.
The movie received widespread criticism.
genres
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a category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style,
participate
commencer à apprendre
Take part in an action or event.
Everyone was encouraged to participate in the discussion.
indispensable
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Absolutely necessary.
A good education is indispensable for success.
obsession
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An idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.
He had an obsession with collecting stamps.
legislation
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Laws considered collectively.
The new legislation was passed by parliament.
canal
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An artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to irrigate land.
The canal connected the two rivers.
neutral
disagreement
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Not supporting or helping either side in a conflict
The referee remained neutral during the game.
etc.; impartial.
traits
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A distinguishing quality or characteristic
Honesty is a desirable trait.
fellow
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A man or boy.
He is a fellow member of the club.
verdict
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A decision on an issue of fact in a civil or criminal case or an inquest.
The jury delivered their verdict.
proficiency
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A high degree of competence or skill; expertise.
She has proficiency in several languages.
pollinate
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Supply (a plant) with pollen
Bees pollinate flowers.
imagery
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Visually descriptive or figurative language
The poem is rich in imagery.
predator
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An animal that naturally preys on others.
The lion is a predator.
confidence
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The feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something.
She spoke with confidence.
insufficient
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Not enough; inadequate.
There was insufficient evidence to convict him.
laborious
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Requiring considerable time and effort.
The task was laborious but rewarding.
relic
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An object surviving from an earlier time
The museum displayed ancient relics.
demography
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the study of statistics such as births, deaths, income, or the incidence of disease,
accused
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A person or group of people who are charged with or on trial for a crime.
The accused was brought before the court.
quotes
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Repeat or copy out (a group of words from a text or speech)
He used quotes from the book in his essay.
dubbed
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Give an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something).
The city was dubbed the "City of Lights."
citations
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A quotation from or reference to a book
there were dozens of citations from the works of Byron
pesticides
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A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Pesticides can harm the environment.
sparse
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Thinly dispersed or scattered.
The population was sparse in the rural areas.
sombre
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Having or conveying a feeling of deep seriousness and sadness.
The funeral had a sombre atmosphere.
peninsula
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A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.
Italy is a peninsula.
affairs
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Matters of public interest or business.
The government dealt with international affairs.
portray
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Depict (someone or something) in a work of art or literature.
The painting portrays a beautiful landscape.
culinary
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Relating to cooking or the kitchen.
She has a passion for culinary arts.
thesis
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A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved.
He wrote a thesis on climate change.
concern
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Relating to or regarding; about.
The report raised concerns about safety.
biomass
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Organic matter derived from living
Biomass can be used as a renewable energy source.
ozone
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A colorless unstable toxic gas with a pungent odor and powerful oxidizing properties
The ozone layer protects us from harmful radiation.
essential
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Absolutely necessary; extremely important.
Water is essential for life.
synchronized
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Occurring or done at the same time or rate.
The dancers performed a synchronized routine.
appreciate
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Recognize the full worth of.
I appreciate your help.
embossed
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Carved or stamped with a design in relief.
The book had an embossed cover.
crisis
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A time of intense difficulty or danger.
The country faced an economic crisis.
alpine
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Relating to high mountains.
Alpine flowers grow in the mountains.
aesthetic
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Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
The building has an aesthetic design.
depict
painting
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Show or represent by a drawing
The artist depicted the scene in detail.
or other art form.
preeminence
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The fact of surpassing all others; superiority.
The company achieved preeminence in the market.
anthropologists
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An expert in or student of anthropology.
Anthropologists study human societies.
establish
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Set up on a firm or permanent basis.
They established a new business.
perpetrate
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Carry out or commit (a harmful or immoral action).
He was accused of perpetrating a fraud.
nuances
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A subtle difference in or shade of meaning or sound.
The author captured the nuances of the characters' emotions.
actively
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In an active manner; energetically.
She actively participated in the discussion.
ancestors
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A person from whom one is descended.
Our ancestors lived in caves.
contrary
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Opposite in nature or meaning.
Contrary to popular belief
distracted
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Having one's attention diverted.
He was distracted by the noise.
orchestra
and percussion instruments.
woodwind
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A large instrumental ensemble typically including sections of strings
brass
genius
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Exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.
Einstein was a genius.
domain
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An area of territory owned or controlled by a ruler or state.
The king ruled over a vast domain.
distinguish
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Recognize or treat (someone or something) as different.
It's difficult to distinguish between the twins.
bohemian
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A person with artistic or literary interests who disregards conventional standards of behavior.
The artist lived a bohemian lifestyle.
bankrupt
commencer à apprendre
Declared in law as unable to pay outstanding debts.
The company went bankrupt.
collisions
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An instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another.
There were several collisions on the highway.
implicitly
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In a way that is not directly expressed; tacitly.
The agreement was implicitly understood.
imperial
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Relating to an empire.
The imperial palace was magnificent.
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compounds
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A thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; a mixture.
Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen.
corresponding
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Similar in character or function; analogous.
There is a corresponding increase in demand during the holidays.
hunting
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The activity of pursuing and killing wild animals or game for food
Lion hunting is illegal in most countries.
paradox
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A seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true.
The paradox of saving money is that you have to spend some to save some.
naked
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Without clothes.
The baby was born naked.
decomposition
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The state or process of rotting; decay.
The decomposition of leaves enriches the soil.
comparison
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A consideration or estimate of the similarities or dissimilarities between two things or people.
A comparison of the two reports revealed some discrepancies.
questionnaires
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A set of printed or written questions with a choice of answers
The researchers distributed questionnaires to gather data.
notes
topics
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A brief record of facts
She took notes during the lecture.
or thoughts written down as an aid to memory.
deficit
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The amount by which something is too small.
The company had a budget deficit.
distress
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Extreme anxiety or pain.
The victims of the disaster were in great distress.
deduct
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Subtract or take away (something) from a total.
The tax was deducted from his salary.
improvements
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A thing that improves or enhances something.
The new software includes several improvements.
algae
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Simple and typically aquatic plants of a large group that includes the seaweeds and many single-celled forms.
Algae can be used to produce biofuel.
addiction
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The fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance
Drug addiction is a serious problem.
quota
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A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things
The company has a quota for hiring new employees.
fluent
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Able to express oneself or move easily and articulately.
She is fluent in French and Spanish.
coaxed
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Persuade (someone) gradually or by flattery to do something.
She coaxed him into going to the party.
fatal
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Causing death.
The car accident was fatal.
superior
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Higher in rank or quality.
The new model is superior to the old one.
quarter
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Each of four equal or corresponding parts into which something is or can be divided.
He ate a quarter of the pizza.
nectar
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A sugary fluid secreted by plants
Bees collect nectar from flowers.
pharaonic
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Relating to the pharaohs of ancient Egypt.
The pyramids are pharaonic monuments.
crew
The ship's crew worked hard.
especially on a ship or aircraft.
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A group of people who work together
glimpse
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A momentary or partial view.
She caught a glimpse of the celebrity.
mates
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The sexual partner of an animal.
The birds were looking for their mates.
adverse
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Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable.
Adverse weather conditions delayed the flight.
missiles
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A weapon that is self-propelled or directed by remote control
The country launched missiles.
descends
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Move or fall downward.
The plane descends for landing.
latitude
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The angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator
The city is located at a latitude of 40 degrees north.
consistency
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conformity in the application of something, typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic, accuracy,
the grading system is to be streamlined to ensure greater consistency
skeptics
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A person inclined to question or doubt accepted opinions.
Skeptics doubted the new theory.
fluid
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A substance that has no fixed shape and yields easily to external pressure; a liquid or gas.
Water is a fluid.
explore
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Investigate systematically.
The scientists wanted to explore the new planet.
particular
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Used to single out an individual member of a specified group or class.
He had a particular interest in history.
overwhelming
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Very great in amount; overpowering.
The response was overwhelming.
curriculum
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The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.
The school offers a diverse curriculum.
adjudication
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The action or process of adjudicating.
The case went to adjudication.
derision
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Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.
His ideas were met with derision.
perhaps
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Used to express uncertainty or possibility.
Perhaps it will rain tomorrow.
consumption
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The using up of a resource.
The consumption of fossil fuels contributes to pollution.
conversely
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Introducing a statement or idea which reverses one just made or referred to.
He wanted to stay; conversely
composed
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Having one's feelings and expression under control; calm.
She remained composed despite the stress.
piercing
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Loud or shrill.
The piercing sound of the siren was deafening.
census
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An official count or survey of a population
The government conducted a census.
concentrate
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Focus one's attention or resources on a particular activity
She tried to concentrate on her work.
dozen
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A group or set of twelve.
He bought a dozen eggs.
impression
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An idea or feeling about someone or something
He made a good impression on the interviewer.
enroll
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Officially register as a member of an institution or a student on a course.
She decided to enroll in the university.
derived
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Obtain something from (a specified source).
The word is derived from Latin.
graz
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A city in southeastern Austria.
Graz is a beautiful city.
millennium
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A period of a thousand years
The pyramids were built millennia ago.
degradation
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The process or state of degrading or being degraded.
Environmental degradation is a serious issue.
qualitative
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Relating to or measured by the quality of something rather than its quantity.
The researchers conducted qualitative research.
nomenclature
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The devising or choosing of names for things
The scientific nomenclature is complex.
questionnaire
They used a questionnaire to gather opinions.
devised for the purposes of a survey or statistical study.
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A set of printed or written questions with a choice of answers
edge
area
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The outside limit of an object
He stood at the edge of the cliff.
or surface; a fringe.
optimizes
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Make the best or most effective use of (a situation or resource).
The software optimizes performance.
abandon
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Cease to support or look after (someone); desert.
They had to abandon the old house.
construct
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Build or erect (something
estimated
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Approximately calculated or judged.
The estimated cost of the project is $1 million.
lively
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Full of life and energy; active and outgoing.
The party was lively and fun.
owner
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A person who owns something.
He is the owner of the company.
beaten
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Defeated in a contest or struggle.
The team was beaten in the final game.
incidence
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The occurrence or frequency of a disease

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