Advanced English Week 1 Flashcards
Conceive
Definition: To imagine or create something in your mind.
Example: The architect conceived the idea for the new building.
Concurrent
Definition: Happening at the same time.
Example: The two meetings are concurrent, so I can only attend one.
Confined
Definition: Restricted to a certain area or space.
Example: The sick patient was confined to her room.
Creditable
Definition: Deserving praise or approval.
Example: The student’s efforts were creditable, even if he didn’t win.
Derive
Definition: To get something from a source.
Example: Many medicines are derived from plants.
Divergent
Definition: Going in different directions or being different.
Example: The two cultures have divergent views on education.
Drastic
Definition: Extreme or sudden.
Example: The company had to take drastic measures to avoid going bankrupt.
Empirical
Definition: Based on observation or experience rather than theory.
Example: The results are based on empirical research.
Encounter
Definition: To meet or come across something unexpectedly.
Example: I encountered a problem while trying to fix the computer.
Enhance
Definition: To improve or make something better.
Example: The new technology will enhance our productivity.
Erosion
Definition: The gradual wearing away of land by wind or water.
Example: The erosion of the coastline is a major concern.
Forbearance
Definition: Patience, self-control, or restraint.
Example: She showed great forbearance in dealing with the difficult customer.
Forthcoming
Definition: About to happen or appear.
Example: The company announced the forthcoming release of a new product.
Frustration
Definition: The feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something.
Example: His frustration grew as the project faced more delays.
Homogeneous
Definition: Consisting of parts or people that are all the same.
Example: The town has a relatively homogeneous population.
