Intermediate Vocabulary Words

To fix firmly in a surrounding mass or to insert something into a larger structure.

To make something more attractive by adding decorative details, often involving exaggeration.

A decorative addition or a detail added to make a story more interesting, sometimes untruthful.

A symbol or insignia representing a group, organization, or idea.

To represent or express in physical or tangible form; to give a tangible form to an idea.

To decorate a surface by creating raised designs or letters on it.

To hold someone closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection; to accept willingly.

To decorate fabric using needle and thread; to add fictitious details to a story.

The art or craft of decorating fabric with needle and thread; a fictional addition to a story.

An early stage of development in a human, animal, or plant before birth or germination.

Relating to the branch of biology that studies the development of embryos.

In an initial stage of development; not yet fully formed or developed.

To come out into view or become known after being hidden or unknown.

The process of coming into view or becoming important.

A serious situation that needs immediate action or attention.

Becoming visible or starting to develop into something significant.

A person who leaves their own country to settle permanently in another.

The state of being high in importance, respect, or reputation.

Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.

A person sent on a mission to represent someone else or convey messages.

The act of releasing or discharge of something, especially gas or radiation.

To give off or discharge something such as light, sound, or energy.

A strong feeling such as love, fear, or anger that arises from one's circumstances or thoughts.

Relating to or affected by feelings, especially strong or intense ones.

Special importance or attention given to something.

To give special importance or prominence to something.

To give someone a job or use something for a purpose.

A person who works for a company or individual in return for payment.

A person or organization that hires and pays people to work for them.

Containing nothing; not filled; devoid of meaning or effect.

To imitate someone or something's behavior or success, often with the aim of matching or surpassing ...

The process of making a bill into law or the performance of an action or role.

Filled with a feeling of love or strong admiration for someone or something.

To enclose or cover something completely, typically for protection.

To charm or delight someone, often in a magical or mystical way.

The state or feeling of being charmed or delighted; a magical spell.

To surround or close off on all sides; to include something with a package or letter.

Something that is enclosed, such as a fenced area or an item included with a letter.

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly.

To include or contain a wide range of things; to surround or encircle.

To come across or experience someone or something, often unexpectedly.

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone; to promote a cause or activity.

To intrude or trespass onto someone's territory or rights, often gradually.

A comprehensive reference work containing information on all branches of knowledge or a particular f...

To put someone or something at risk of harm or loss.

A serious or determined attempt to achieve something.

Having no end or limit; continuing indefinitely.

In a manner that continues without stopping or conclusion.

To publicly support or recommend a person, product, or idea.

To provide with a quality, ability, or financial gift, especially for a long-term purpose.

A financial gift or property donated to an institution, especially to generate ongoing income.

The ability to withstand hardship or persist over a long period.

To suffer something difficult or painful patiently, or to last over time.

Lasting or long-lasting over time; persistent.

Possessing or displaying energy, especially in action or effort.

To ensure compliance with a law, rule, or regulation through authority or action.

Attractive or charming in a way that holds one's attention.

To cause, produce, or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.

To carve words or figures into a hard surface.

A design or image cut into a surface, or the art of creating such designs.