Notes on Communication and Ethnicity

A collection of vocabulary flashcards derived from lecture notes covering concepts related to communication, ethnicity, and problem-solving.

Aptitude

A natural ability to do something.

Ideology

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory.

Ethnicity

The fact or state of belonging to a social group that has a common national or cultural tradition.

Hurdle

An obstacle or difficulty that must be overcome.

Curiosity

A strong desire to know or learn something.

Foster

To encourage or promote the development of something.

Polar opposite

A term that refers to two things that are completely opposite in nature.

Ground rules

Basic rules that are agreed upon for a discussion or activity.

Impromptu

Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed.

To wing it

To do something without preparation.

Nauseated

Having a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.

Acumen

The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions.

Climactic

Relating to the most intense, exciting, or important point of something.

Analogous

Similar in some way; comparable.

Unstructured

Not organized or arranged in a clear or systematic way.

To tackle

To confront or take on a problem or challenge.