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academic - adj. of or relating to schools and education

addiction - n. a strong and harmful need to regularly have something (such as a drug) or do something (such as gamble)

apply - v. to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing

batty - adj. foolish or silly

confidence - n. a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something

inmate - n. a person who is kept in a prison or mental hospital

incarcerate - v. to put (someone) in prison

productive - adj. doing or achieving a lot

motivation - n. the act or process of giving someone a reason for doing something

self-esteem - n. a feeling of having respect for yourself and your abilities

toothpick - n. a short, pointed stick used for removing small pieces of food from between your teeth