Generation Gap - Vocabulary

A comprehensive set of vocabulary flashcards covering key terms related to the topic of the generation gap.

table manners

Phép tắc ăn uống

gender role

Vai trò giới

conservative

Bảo thủ

anonymous

Ẩn danh

respectful

Lễ phép , tôn

permanent

Intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely.

make an effort

To try hard; to attempt with determination.

bridge the gap

To reduce or eliminate differences between people or groups.

in conflict with

In disagreement or clash with someone or something.

follow in one's footsteps

To do the same things or pursue the same path as someone else.

open-minded

Willing to consider new ideas; receptive to different opinions.

impose something on somebody

To forcibly place a rule, belief, or decision upon another person.

pose a risk to somebody

To create a potential danger or threat for someone.

pose a threat to somebody

To endanger or menace someone’s safety or well-being.

maintain

To keep something in a desired condition or continue at the same level.

harmony

Peaceful and agreeable relations; the quality of forming a pleasing whole.

live under the same roof

To reside in the same house or dwelling.

instill something into somebody

To gradually implant an idea, attitude, or feeling in someone’s mind.

a sense of belonging

The feeling of being accepted and part of a group.

respectful of somebody

Showing deference and consideration toward a particular person.

respectable

Considered socially acceptable, proper, or decent.

earn one's trust

To gain someone’s confidence through reliable and honest behavior.

immature

Not fully developed in behavior or emotional growth; childish.

be regarded as

To be considered or viewed in a particular way.

scold

To speak angrily to someone because they have done something wrong.

inconsiderate

Thoughtless; lacking concern for the feelings or needs of others.

impractical

Not sensible or realistic; difficult to put into practice.

resolve

To find a solution or settle a problem or dispute.

frank

Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.

honest

Truthful and free from deceit or fraud.

discussion

A detailed conversation about a topic to share views or reach a decision.

parenting

The activity of raising and caring for children.

treat somebody as

To behave toward a person in a particular way or regard them as something.

object to

To express opposition or disapproval of something.

mutual

Shared by two or more parties; reciprocated.

narrow the gap

To lessen the difference or divide between people or things.

angry at

Feeling strong displeasure or hostility toward someone or something.

social norm

An accepted standard of behavior within a society or group.

disapproval

A negative judgment or opinion about something or someone.

establish a rapport

To build a friendly and harmonious relationship with someone.

puberty

The stage of development when a child’s body becomes capable of reproduction.

privacy

The state of being free from public attention or intrusion.

independence

Freedom from control or influence of others; self-reliance.

rigid

Not flexible or adaptable; strict and unyielding.

controlling

Inclined to dominate or direct others’ behavior excessively.

inadvisable

Not recommended; unwise or inappropriate.

resort to

To turn to and adopt a strategy or course of action, especially an undesirable one.

nag

To annoy or irritate with persistent fault-finding or continuous urging.

permissive

Allowing great or excessive freedom of behavior; lenient.

offer / lend a sympathetic ear

To listen to someone kindly and with understanding.

exert pressure

To use influence or force to persuade or compel someone.

excessive

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; too much.

do more harm than good

To cause more damage or negative effects than benefits.

at loggerheads with

In strong disagreement or quarrel with someone.

frustrating

Causing annoyance because of inability to change or achieve something.

digital native

A person born or brought up during the age of digital technology and thus familiar with computers and the internet from an early age.

foster

To encourage the growth or development of something; to nurture.

pave the way for

To make progress or development easier for something else to happen.

acceptance

The act of receiving or approving something willingly.

irritating

Causing annoyance or mild anger; bothersome.