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Academic Word List: Sublist 4 Flashcards

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Access

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Type of word:
* Noun
* Verb
Syllables:
* 2 syllables (Ac-cess)

As a Noun (Access as a thing)
Definition:
Access means the ability to get into or use something, like a building, computer, or information.
Example sentence:
You need a key to get access to the library.

As a Verb (Access as an action)
Definition:
To access means to get into or use something, like opening a door or looking at information on a computer.
Example sentence:
I can access my email from my phone.

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Adequate

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Ad-e-quate)
  • Definition: Enough to meet the needs or requirements; satisfactory.
  • Example sentence: The food was adequate, but we need more for the party.
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Annual

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (An-nu-al)
  • Definition: Happening once every year.
  • Example sentence: The annual sports day is held in March.
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Apparent

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Ap-par-ent)
  • Definition: Easy to see or understand; clear.
  • Example sentence: It was apparent that she was upset after the test.
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Approximated

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  • Type of word: Verb
  • Syllables: 5 syllables (Ap-prox-i-mat-ed)
  • Definition: Estimated or nearly correct.
  • Example sentence: The cost of the repairs was approximated at $200.
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Attitudes

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  • Type of word: Noun (plural)
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (At-ti-tudes)
  • Definition: The way someone feels or thinks about something.
  • Example sentence: People’s attitudes toward animals can vary greatly.
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Attributed

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  • Type of word: Verb
  • Syllables: 4 syllables (At-trib-ut-ed)
  • Definition: Said to be caused by or linked to someone or something.
  • Example sentence: The success of the project was attributed to hard work.
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Civil

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (Civ-il)
  • Definition: Relating to citizens or polite behaviour.
  • Example sentence: We should always be civil when talking to others.
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Code

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  • Type of word: Noun, Verb
  • Syllables: 1 syllable (Code)
  • Definition (noun): A system of rules or signals used to communicate.
    Definition (verb): To write instructions for a computer.
  • Example sentence (noun): He needed a special code to unlock the door.
  • Example sentence (verb): She can code websites in HTML.
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Commitment

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Com-mit-ment)
  • Definition: A promise to do something or a dedication to a task.
  • Example sentence: She made a commitment to finish the project by next week.
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Communication

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 5 syllables (Com-mu-ni-ca-tion)
  • Definition: The process of sharing information or ideas.
  • Example sentence: Good communication is important in any relationship.
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Concentration

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 4 syllables (Con-cen-tra-tion)
  • Definition: The ability to focus on one thing without getting distracted.
  • Example sentence: He needed full concentration to solve the puzzle.
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Conference

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Con-fer-ence)
  • Definition: A meeting where people discuss important topics.
  • Example sentence: The teachers are attending a conference on education.
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Contrast

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  • Type of word: Noun, Verb
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (Con-trast)
  • Definition (noun): A difference between two things.
  • Definition (verb): To compare two things to show their differences.
  • Example sentence (noun): There is a sharp contrast between summer and winter.
  • Example sentence (verb): We will contrast the two paintings in our class.
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Cycle

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  • Type of word: Noun, Verb
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (Cy-cle)
  • Definition (noun): A series of events that repeat in a regular pattern.
  • Definition (verb): To go through a series of repeated actions.
  • Example sentence (noun): The water cycle shows how water moves around the Earth.
  • Example sentence (verb): She cycles to school every day.
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Debate

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  • Type of word: Noun, Verb
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (De-bate)
  • Definition (noun): A formal discussion of opposing ideas.
  • Definition (verb): To discuss or argue about something.
  • Example sentence (noun): The debate about the environment was very interesting.
  • Example sentence (verb): We will debate the pros and cons of the idea in class.
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Despite

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  • Type of word: Preposition
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (De-spite)
  • Definition: In spite of; even though.
  • Example sentence: Despite the rain, we went for a walk.
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Dimensions

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  • Type of word: Noun (plural)
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Di-men-sions)
  • Definition: The size or measurements of something.
  • Example sentence: The dimensions of the box are 30cm by 20cm.
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Domestic

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 3 syllables (Do-mes-tic)
  • Definition: Relating to home or family.
  • Example sentence: She enjoys domestic tasks like cooking and cleaning.
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Emerged

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  • Type of word: Verb
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (E-merged)
  • Definition: Came out or became visible after being hidden.
  • Example sentence: The sun emerged from behind the clouds.
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Error

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (Er-ror)
  • Definition: A mistake or something wrong.
  • Example sentence: I made an error in my homework.
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Ethnic

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  • Type of word: Adjective
  • Syllables: 2 syllables (Eth-nic)
  • Definition: Relating to a particular group of people with shared traditions, language, or culture.
  • Example sentence: The city is known for its ethnic diversity.
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Goals

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  • Type of word: Noun (plural)
  • Syllables: 1 syllable (Goals)
  • Definition: Things you aim to achieve.
  • Example sentence: His goals include becoming a doctor and helping people.
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Hypothesis

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  • Type of word: Noun
  • Syllables: 4 syllables (Hy-po-thes-is)
  • Definition: An idea or explanation that you test through study or experiment.
  • Example sentence: The scientist made a hypothesis about the plant’s growth.
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Implementation
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 5 syllables (Im-ple-men-ta-tion) * Definition: The process of putting something into action or practice. * Example sentence: The implementation of the new rules was smooth.
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Implications
* Type of word: Noun (plural) * Syllables: 4 syllables (Im-pli-ca-tions) * Definition: The possible effects or consequences of something. * Example sentence: The implications of this decision will be felt for years.
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Imposed
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (Im-posed) * Definition: Forcing something on someone or putting rules in place. * Example sentence: The teacher imposed a new rule about late homework.
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Integration
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 4 syllables (In-te-gra-tion) * Definition: The process of combining or bringing things together. * Example sentence: The integration of technology in the classroom is helpful.
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Internal
* Type of word: Adjective * Syllables: 3 syllables (In-ter-nal) * Definition: Inside something. * Example sentence: The internal parts of the clock need to be cleaned.
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Investigation
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 5 syllables (In-ves-ti-ga-tion) * Definition: A careful study or search to discover facts or information. * Example sentence: The police began an investigation into the crime.
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Job
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 1 syllable (Job) * Definition: A task or work that a person does to earn money. * Example sentence: He got a new job as a teacher.
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Label
* Type of word: Noun, Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (La-bel) * Definition (noun): A piece of paper or material that gives information about something. Definition (verb): To attach a name or description to something. * Example sentence (noun): The label on the bottle says "orange juice." * Example sentence (verb): She will label the boxes with their contents.
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Mechanism
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 4 syllables (Mech-a-nism) * Definition: A system or process that does a specific job. * Example sentence: The clock has a small mechanism inside that makes it work.
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Obvious
* Type of word: Adjective * Syllables: 3 syllables (Ob-vi-ous) * Definition: Easy to see or understand; clear. * Example sentence: It’s obvious that he is very good at drawing.
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Occupational
* Type of word: Adjective * Syllables: 5 syllables (Oc-cu-pa-tion-al) * Definition: Relating to jobs or work. * Example sentence: She has an occupational therapy degree.
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Option
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 2 syllables (Op-tion) * Definition: A choice or alternative. * Example sentence: You have the option to choose your favourite flavour of ice cream.
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Output
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 2 syllables (Out-put) * Definition: The result of work, or what is produced. * Example sentence: The factory's output of toys is increasing.
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Overall
* Type of word: Adjective, Adverb * Syllables: 3 syllables (O-ver-all) * Definition (adjective): Considering everything. Definition (adverb): In general; taking everything into account. * Example sentence (adjective): Overall, the event was a success. * Example sentence (adverb): Overall, he did very well on the exam.
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Parallel
* Type of word: Adjective, Noun, Verb * Syllables: 3 syllables (Par-al-lel) * Definition (adjective): Two lines or paths that are always the same distance apart and never meet. Definition (noun): Something similar or comparable. Definition (verb): To run alongside or be similar to something. * Example sentence (adjective): The two roads run parallel to each other. * Example sentence (noun): There are many parallels between the two stories. * Example sentence (verb): The rivers parallel each other as they flow through the valley.
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Parameters
* Type of word: Noun (plural) * Syllables: 4 syllables (Pa-ram-e-ters) * Definition: Limits or boundaries within which something works or operates. * Example sentence: The teacher set clear parameters for the project.
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Phase
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 1 syllable (Phase) * Definition: A particular stage in a process or event. * Example sentence: The project will be completed in three phases.
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Predicted
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 3 syllables (Pre-dict-ed) * Definition: Said what will happen in the future based on information or knowledge. * Example sentence: The weather forecast predicted rain for the weekend.
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Principal
* Type of word: Noun, Adjective * Syllables: 3 syllables (Prin-ci-pal) * Definition (noun): The head of a school or organization. Definition (adjective): Most important. * Example sentence (noun): The principal of the school gave a speech at the assembly. * Example sentence (adjective): Her principal concern is the safety of the students.
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Prior
* Type of word: Adjective * Syllables: 2 syllables (Pri-or) * Definition: Before something in time or order. * Example sentence: I need to finish my homework prior to going outside.
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Professional
* Type of word: Adjective, Noun * Syllables: 4 syllables (Pro-fes-sion-al) * Definition (adjective): Relating to a job that requires special training or skill. Definition (noun): A person who does a job that requires special training or education. * Example sentence (adjective): He gave a professional presentation at the meeting. * Example sentence (noun): She is a professional chef.
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Project
* Type of word: Noun, Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (Pro-ject) * Definition (noun): A planned task or work that needs to be done. Definition (verb): To plan or show something in a certain way. * Example sentence (noun): Our class project is about the solar system. * Example sentence (verb): He will project his voice during the play.
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Promote
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (Pro-mote) * Definition: To encourage or support something to become more popular or successful. * Example sentence: The company will promote the new product next month.
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Regime
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 2 syllables (Re-gime) * Definition: A system or government, especially one that is strict or controls everything. * Example sentence: The country is ruled by a strict regime.
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Ranted
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (Rant-ed) * Definition: Spoke or complained loudly and angrily. * Example sentence: He ranted about the unfair rules for an hour.
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Hence
* Type of word: Adverb * Syllables: 1 syllable (Hence) * Definition: For this reason or because of that. * Example sentence: She was late, hence she missed the bus.
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Resolution
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 4 syllables (Re-so-lu-tion) * Definition: A firm decision or a solution to a problem. * Example sentence: My New Year’s resolution is to read more books.
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Retained
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 2 syllables (Re-tained) * Definition: Kept or remembered something. * Example sentence: He retained all the information from the meeting.
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Series
* Type of word: Noun (plural) * Syllables: 2 syllables (Se-ries) * Definition: A group of things or events that happen in a particular order. * Example sentence: She watched the whole series of movies over the weekend.
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Statistics
* Type of word: Noun (plural) * Syllables: 3 syllables (Sta-tis-tics) * Definition: Information or numbers used to understand or analyse something. * Example sentence: The statistics show that more people prefer online shopping.
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Status
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 2 syllables (Sta-tus) * Definition: The position or condition of something or someone. * Example sentence: His status in the company improved after his promotion.
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Stress
* Type of word: Noun, Verb * Syllables: 1 syllable (Stress) * Definition (noun): A feeling of worry or pressure. Definition (verb): To worry about something or emphasise something. * Example sentence (noun): She felt a lot of stress before the exam. * Example sentence (verb): The teacher will stress the importance of studying.
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Subsequent
* Type of word: Adjective * Syllables: 3 syllables (Sub-se-quent) * Definition: Happening after something else. * Example sentence: The subsequent event was even more exciting than the first.
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Sum
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 1 syllable (Sum) * Definition: The total amount when things are added together. * Example sentence: The sum of 2 and 3 is 5.
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Summary
* Type of word: Noun * Syllables: 3 syllables (Sum-ma-ry) * Definition: A short statement that explains the main points. * Example sentence: The teacher asked for a summary of the story.
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Undertaken
* Type of word: Verb * Syllables: 4 syllables (Un-der-tak-en) * Definition: Started or agreed to do something. * Example sentence: She has undertaken to finish the project by next week.

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