Advanced English Week 2 Flashcards
Artificial
Definition: Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally.
Example: “The artificial flowers in the vase looked so real that everyone thought they were fresh.”
Capacity
Definition: The maximum amount that something can contain or the ability to do something.
Example: “The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 people.”
Comment
Definition: A verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction.
Example: “She made a thoughtful comment on the impact of climate change during the discussion.”
Considerable
Definition: Large in size, amount, or extent.
Example: “The project required a considerable amount of time and resources.”
Correspond
Definition: To match or be in agreement with something; to communicate by exchanging letters.
Example: “Her actions correspond with her words, showing her integrity.”
Criteria
Definition: Standards or principles by which something is judged or evaluated.
Example: “The job candidates were evaluated based on several criteria, including experience and qualifications.”
Decline
Definition: To decrease in number, quality, or importance; to refuse politely.
Example: “The company’s profits have been in decline for the past three years.”
Deduction
Definition: The process of reaching a conclusion by reasoning; a subtraction from a total.
Example: “Her deduction skills helped her solve the mystery quickly.”
Demonstrate
Definition: To show clearly and deliberately; to prove something through evidence or example.
Example: “The scientist demonstrated how the new technology could reduce energy consumption.”
Dimension
Definition: A measurable extent of a particular kind, such as length, breadth, depth, or height.
Example: “The architect considered every dimension of the room when designing the furniture.”
Domestic
Definition: Relating to the home or family; within a particular country.
Example: “The company focused on domestic markets before expanding internationally.”
Emerge
Definition: To come into view, become apparent, or become known.
Example: “New trends in technology often emerge rapidly and unexpectedly.”
Enforcement
Definition: The act of compelling observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
Example: “Strict enforcement of traffic laws has reduced the number of accidents.”
Enablement
Definition: The process of making something possible or giving someone the ability to do something.
Example: “The training program focused on the enablement of employees to use the new software efficiently.”
Equivalent
Definition: Equal in value, amount, function, or meaning.
Example: “The U.S. dollar is roughly equivalent to 0.85 euros at the current exchange rate.”
