Intermediate Vocabulary Words

Roofing material made from dry vegetation such as straw or reeds, or the act of covering a roof with...

To melt or cause to become liquid after being frozen; to grow warmer after a period of cold.

Relating to the theater or dramatic performances; excessively dramatic or exaggerated in expression ...

The act of stealing someone else's property or possessions without permission.

A person who believes in the existence of a god or gods, especially a personal god or gods.

A central idea, topic, or message explored throughout a piece of writing, art, or discussion.

The study of religious beliefs, practices, and the nature of God or gods.

Concerned with or involving theory rather than practical application; based on assumption rather tha...

Treatment intended to relieve or heal a physical or mental disorder.

As a result of that action or event; through that means.

For that reason; as a consequence.

Relating to heat; caused by or used to generate heat.

An instrument that measures temperature.

A statement or theory put forward to be maintained or proven; a dissertation written by a candidate ...

A dense group of trees or bushes growing close together.

The part of the leg between the hip and the knee.

A sharp, stiff pointed part growing on a plant, often serving as a defense.

Having thorns; full of difficulties or complications.

Done with great attention to detail; complete and careful.

Showing care and attentiveness; considerate of others' feelings.

A long, thin strand of fiber used in sewing or weaving; a line of thought or narrative.

Thin and flexible like a thread.

To indicate an intention to harm or cause someone distress.

In a way that suggests harm or danger is imminent.

Having height, width, and depth; giving the illusion of depth and realism.

The entrance to a building or room; the point at which something begins to happen.

Economical in using resources; careful with money.

To grow or develop well; to prosper.

A sudden, forceful push or shove; can also refer to the force propelling something forward.

The short, thick digit on the hand that is set slightly apart from the other fingers.

A storm characterized by lightning, thunder, heavy rain, and sometimes hail or strong winds.

To prevent something from succeeding or to frustrate a plan or effort.

The regular rise and fall of sea levels caused by gravitational forces of the moon and sun.

To move or cause something to move into a sloped position.

Wood prepared for use in building or construction; also a warning cry that something is falling.

Requiring a lot of time to complete or accomplish.

Happening at a suitable or opportune moment; punctual.

Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.

The quality or state of being timid; nervousness or shyness.

A slight degree of a color or quality; a trace.

A pale or delicate variation of a color; a slight degree of coloring.

The pointed or terminal end of something; advice or a helpful suggestion.

Any of the distinct types of material in animals or plants; a thin, absorbent paper for personal use...

Sliced bread that has been browned by exposure to radiant heat; a honorific drink or remark in celeb...

Each of the digits on the foot; the front part of the foot.

Having toes of a specified kind or number; the past tense and past participle of 'tow' (rare).

Hard, exhausting labor; to work strenuously.

Able to be endured or withstood; acceptable, though not ideal.

The ability or willingness to tolerate a dislike or difference; the capacity to endure something har...

Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behavior one may not agree with.

To endure something difficult or unpleasant without reacting negatively; to allow something to exist...

A medicine intended to invigorate or strengthen the body; also, a liquid used in mixed drinks, espec...

Relating to the detailed mapping or charting of the features of an area, region, or object.

The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area; also, the study of such ...

The upper, outermost layer of soil, usually rich in organic matter and microorganisms, essential for...

A portable light source, typically battery-powered, or a flaming stick used for light or in ceremoni...

A rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing ext...

Mentally or physically inactive; lethargic, especially due to cold, fatigue, or lack of stimulation.

A state of physical or mental inactivity; a dormancy-like condition of sluggishness or apathy.

A measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate about an axis, commonly used in mechanics.