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Adapt (verb)
to change your ideas or behavior to make them suitable for a new situation. Example: The good thing about children is that they adapt very easily to new environments.
Crucial (adjective)
extremely important or necessary. Example: Her work has been crucial to the project's success.
Diversify (verb)
to start to include more different types or things. Example: Millions of years ago, changes in the earth's climate caused animal and plant life to diversify.
Inefficient (adjective)
not organized, skilled, or able to work in a satisfactory way. Example: Existing methods of production are expensive and inefficient.
Flexible (adjective)
able to change or be changed easily according to the situation. Example: My schedule is flexible – I could arrange to meet with you any day next week.
Genuine (adjective)
real, not false. Example: If it is a genuine Michelangelo drawing, it will sell for millions.
Hesitate (verb)
to pause before you do or say something, often because you are uncertain or nervous about it.
Innovative (adjective)
using new methods or ideas.
Justify (verb)
to show that something is reasonable, right, or true. Example: Are you sure that these measures are justified?
Illogical (adjective)
not reasonable, wise, or practical, usually because directed by the emotions rather than by careful thought.
Maintenance (noun)
the process of keeping or continuing something. Example: The office is charged with the maintenance of customary practices and ceremonies.
Negotiate (verb)
to have formal discussions with someone in order to reach an agreement with them. Example: The government has refused to negotiate with the strikers.
Optimize (verb)
to make something as good as possible. Example: We need to optimize our use of the existing technology.
Persistent (adjective)
lasting for a long time or difficult to get rid of. Example: There have been persistent rumours that the principal might take early retirement.
Qualified (adjective)
having finished a training course, or having particular skills, etc.
Relevant (adjective)
connected with what is happening or being discussed. Example: Education should be relevant to the child's needs.
Thorough (adjective)
detailed and careful. Example: They did a thorough search of the area but found nothing.
Unique (adjective)
being the only existing one of its type or, more generally, unusual, or special in some way. Example: Each person's genetic code is unique except in the case of identical twins.
Validate (verb)
to prove that something is correct. Example: He feels that today's economic problems validate his opposition to the policy.
Widespread (adjective)
existing or happening in many places and/or among many people.
Abundant (adjective)
more than enough.
Collaborate (verb)
to work with someone else for a special purpose.
Deliberate (adjective)
(often of something bad) intentional or planned. Example: We made a deliberate decision to live apart for a while.
Enhance (verb)
to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something. Example: These scandals will not enhance the organization's reputation.
Fundamental (adjective)
forming the base, from which everything else develops. Example: We need to make fundamental changes to the way in which we treat our environment.
Grateful (adjective)
showing or expressing thanks, especially to another person.
Implement (verb)
to start using a plan or system. Example: The changes to the national health system will be implemented next year.
Jeopardy (noun)
danger of loss, harm, or failure. Example: The civil war has put thousands of lives in jeopardy.
Knowledgeable (adjective)
knowing a lot.
Mitigate (verb)
to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad. Example: It is unclear how to mitigate the effects of tourism on the island.
Adapt (verb)
To change your ideas, behavior, or processes in response to new conditions or situations. Example: The good thing about children is that they adapt very easily to new environments, showing flexibility and resilience in unfamiliar settings.
Crucial (adjective)
Extremely important or necessary for achieving a specific result or goal. Example: Her work has been crucial to the project's success, as it laid the foundation for all subsequent tasks.
Diversify (verb)
To expand the variety of different types or components within a category; to introduce more options. Example: Millions of years ago, changes in the earth's climate caused animal and plant life to diversify, leading to a rich variety of species.
Inefficient (adjective)
Not organized, skilled, or able to perform tasks in a productive or cost-effective manner. Example: Existing methods of production are considered expensive and inefficient due to waste and redundancy.
Flexible (adjective)
Capable of being changed or adjusted to fit new circumstances or requirements easily. Example: My schedule is flexible – I could arrange to meet with you any day next week, accommodating various time preferences.
Genuine (adjective)
Real and authentic; not counterfeit or fake. Example: If it is a genuine Michelangelo drawing, it will sell for millions due to its historical and artistic significance.
Hesitate (verb)
To pause or delay in taking action or making a decision, often due to uncertainty or nervousness. Example: She hesitated slightly before answering the detective's question, unsure of how to respond.
Innovative (adjective)
Characterized by the use of new and creative methods or ideas; inventive. Example: Gwen introduced a number of innovative solutions that improved efficiency and reduced costs in the workplace.
Justify (verb)
To provide valid reasons or evidence to support the righteousness or correctness of an action or belief. Example: Are you sure that these measures are justified, given the context of the challenges we face?
Illogical (adjective)
Not making sense or lacking rationality; often driven by emotion rather than reasoned thought. Example: It is an illogical statement because if one part is true, then the other must be false, indicating a contradiction.
Maintenance (noun)
The act of keeping something in proper condition or continuing a process over time.
Negotiate (verb)
To engage in formal discussions with the aim of reaching an agreement or settlement.
Optimize (verb)
To enhance or improve a process or system to achieve the highest efficiency and effectiveness possible.
Persistent (adjective)
Continuing firmly or obstinately despite difficulty or opposition; lasting for a long time. Example: There have been persistent rumors that the principal might take early retirement, affecting staff morale.
Qualified (adjective)
Having completed necessary training or possessing specific skills and knowledge; suitable for a task or role. Example: What makes you think that you are qualified for this job, considering the required skills and experience?
Relevant (adjective)
Closely connected or appropriate to what is being discussed or considered; impactful in a given context. Example: Education should be relevant to the child's needs, addressing their interests and future opportunities.
Thorough (adjective)
Carried out with great attention to detail; comprehensive and exhaustive. Example: They did a thorough search of the area but found nothing, illustrating their commitment to diligence.
Unique (adjective)
Being the only one of its kind; distinct or special in character or attributes. Example: Each person's genetic code is unique except in the case of identical twins, highlighting the diversity of life.
Validate (verb)
To confirm or support the accuracy or legitimacy of something; to substantiate claims.
Widespread (adjective)
Existing or occurring in many places or among many people; widely dispersed or prevalent.
Abundant (adjective)
More than enough; plentiful or overflowing in quantity. Example: There is abundant evidence that cars have a harmful effect on the environment, necessitating urgent action.
Collaborate (verb)
To work jointly with others on a project or task for a common purpose.
Deliberate (adjective)
Intentional or planned; often used in the context of decisions made with careful thought. Example: We made a deliberate decision to live apart for a while to reassess our relationship dynamics.
Enhance (verb)
To improve the quality, value, or extent of something significantly. Example: These scandals will not enhance the organization's reputation, potentially leading to further consequences.
Fundamental (adjective)
Serving as a basic foundation or core; essential to the operation of a system or idea. Example: We need to make fundamental changes to the way in which we treat our environment to ensure sustainability.
Grateful (adjective)
Expressing appreciation or thanks, especially towards someone for their aid or kindness. Example: I'm so grateful to you for all that you've done, acknowledging your support and contributions.
Implement (verb)
To put a plan, system, or policy into effect; to carry out an initiative. Example: The changes to the national health system will be implemented next year, aiming to improve public healthcare access.
Jeopardy (noun)
The state of being in danger or at risk of loss, harm, or failure. Example: The civil war has put thousands of lives in jeopardy, raising international concern for humanitarian aid.
Knowledgeable (adjective)
Having a high level of understanding or information about a particular subject; well-informed. Example: He's very knowledgeable about German literature, often engaging in insightful discussions.
Mitigate (verb)
To make something less severe, serious, or painful; to lessen the impact of an issue. Example: It is unclear how to mitigate the effects of tourism on the island, requiring strategic planning and community involvement.