B10 U7 Learning Flashcards

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education

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educate (v)
/ˈedjʊkeɪt/

> It’s important to educate ourselves about climate change.

education (n)

> Education is the key to unlocking opportunities.

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educator (n)
/ˈedjʊkeɪtə/

. a person who educates, namely, a teacher.

educationalist (n)

. a person who is an expert in the field of education, who studies and understands the theories, principles and practices of education

educationist (n)

. an expert in the theory of education, whether as a researcher, policy maker, or practitioner

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(un)educated (a)
/ˈedjʊkeɪtɪd/

> She is highly educated, holding multiple advanced degrees in engineering and mathematics.

> Due to limited access to schooling, many people in rural areas remain uneducated about basic health practices.

> I hate the uneducated and the ignorant.

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educational (a)

> the educational development of children

> That won’t be the only educational legislation.

> educational games

> educational TV programs

> educational activities

educationally (adv)

> The workshop was designed educationally to provide practical skills to participants.

educative (a)
/ˈedjʊkətɪv/

. something that is educative teaches you something even if it wasn’t designed specifically for that purpose.

(>< educational - designed for education)

> The museum visit was a very educative experience.

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(in)educable (a)

> At that time, deaf children were not considered educable.

> Some children with severe learning disabilities may be considered ineducable by traditional standards.

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virtual
/ˈvɜːtʃuəl/

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virtual (a)

. made, done, seen etc on the Internet or on a computer, rather than in the real world

> The website allows you to take a virtual tour of the art gallery.

> The pandemic forced schools to switch to virtual classrooms.

virtually (adv)

> Professors can help students virtually by communicating over the Internet.

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access

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access st (v)
/ˈækses/

> Students need a valid ID card to access the library after hours.

access to st (n)

. the right to enter a place, use something, see someone etc

> The library provides access to a wide range of books and resources.

> Cats should always have access to fresh, clean water.

(in)accessible to sb (a)
/əkˈsesəbəl/

. is easy to reach or get into

> The island is only accessible by boat.

. easy to obtain or use

> Computers should be made readily accessible to teachers and pupils.

. someone who is accessible is easy to meet and talk to, even if they are very important or powerful

> I think that you’ll find she’s very accessible.

(in)accessibility (n)

> The new building design prioritizes accessibility , with ramps and elevators for wheelchair users.

> The mountain’s peak was known for its inaccessibility due to harsh weather conditions.

(in)accessibly (adv)

> The presentation was delivered accessibly , with plain language and visual aids to aid understanding.

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exist

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exist (v)

> Do you think ghosts really exist?

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(non)existent (a)

> His enthusiasm for the project was barely existent.

> In some remote areas, access to healthcare is almost non-existent.

existing (a)

> The existing building is too small, and there are plans to replace it within the next five years.

> Existing customers will receive a special discount on their next purchase.

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(non)existence (n)

> Despite extensive searching, evidence of the creature’s existence remained in a state of non-existence.

> She doubted the existence of supernatural beings.

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imagine

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imagine (v)

> Close your eyes and imagine yourself on a tropical beach.

imagination (n)
/ɪˌmædʒəˈneɪʃən/

> She’s a lively child, with a good imagination.

> His paintings show great imagination.

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unimagined (a)

. hasn’t been imagined before

> The success of the project brought about unimagined benefits for the community.

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imaginable (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənəbəl/

. used to emphasize that something is the best, worst etc that can be imagined

> We had the best vacation imaginable.

. used to emphasize that something includes every possible example of something

> Doctors have tried every imaginable treatment for her skin disease.

unimaginable (a)

. not possible to imagine

> The wealth of the billionaire was unimaginable to those living in poverty.

> The loss of her loved one brought her unimaginable pain.

unimaginably (adv)

> Imaginably, the outcome could have been different if different choices were made.

> The scale of destruction caused by the earthquake was unimaginably vast.

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imaginary (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənəri

> As a child, she had an imaginary friend who accompanied her everywhere.

imaginarily (adv)

> In his imaginarily constructed universe, gravity behaves in reverse, causing objects to float upward.

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(un)imaginative (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənətɪv/

> She had an imaginative approach to problem-solving, always thinking outside the box.

> His writing style was criticized as dry and unimaginative.

imaginatively (adv)

> The artist expressed herself imaginatively through her unique paintings.

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mix

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mix (v)

. mix st with st

> He mixed the blue paint with the yellow to create a vibrant shade of green.

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mix (n)

. This emphasizes the individual ingredients and suggests they might not be completely blended

> The cocktail was a delicious mix of flavors, blending sweet and sour notes perfectly.

mixture (n)

. a combination of substances

> The cake batter was a perfect mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.

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mixer (n)

> She used the mixer to blend the ingredients into a smooth mixture.

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capture

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capture (v)

> The photographer tried to capture the beauty of the landscape in her photographs

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capture (n)

. when you catch someone in order to make them a prisoner

> The two soldiers somehow managed to avoid capture.

captivity (n)
/kæpˈtɪvəti/

. This refers to the state of being held prisoner

. in captivity

> The captivity of wild animals in zoos is a topic of debate among conservationists.

> Wild animals often don’t thrive in captivity.

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captive (a)
/ˈkæptɪv/

. kept in prison or in a place that you are not allowed to leave

> The captive dolphin performed tricks for the audience at the marine park.

captive (n)
/ˈkæptɪv/

. someone who is kept as a prisoner, especially in a war

> All the captives were kept in a darkened room with their hands tied.

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captivating (a)
/ˈkæptəveɪtɪŋ/

. very attractive and interesting, in a way that holds your attention

> The novel’s captivating plot kept readers eagerly turning pages.

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concentrate

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concentrate on st (v)
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/

> She needed to concentrate on her studies to prepare for the exam.

concentration on st (n)
/ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən/

> With deep concentration on the music, she played the piano with precision.

concentrated (a)
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪtɪd/

. showing a lot of effort or determination

> He made a concentrated effort to improve his work.

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interact

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interact with sb/st (v)
/ˌɪntərˈækt/

> Students are encouraged to interact with their peers during group projects.

interaction (n)

> The interaction between the characters in the play was captivating.

interactive (a)

> Our school encourages interactive teaching methods.

interactively (adv)

> The educational app encourages children to learn interactively through games and puzzles.

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explore

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explore (v)

> They decided to explore the forest, eager to discover its hidden treasures.

exploration (n)
/ˌekspləˈreɪʃən/

> The exploration of the underwater cave was both thrilling and dangerous.

explorer (n)

> The famous explorer discovered new lands across the ocean.

exploratory (a)
/ɪkˈsplɒrətəri/

> He’s going to have exploratory surgery on his knee.

> The exploratory trip discovers new paths in the wilderness.

unexplored (a)

> The vast desert remains largely unexplored, holding mysteries yet to be uncovered.

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benefit

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benefit (n)
/ˈbenəfɪt/

> The charity event raised funds for the benefit of the local community.

> bring benefit to st/sb

benefit (v)

> Attending workshops can benefit your professional development.

> benefit from st

beneficiary (n)
/ˌbenəˈfɪʃəri/

. someone who gets advantages from an action or change

> As the beneficiary of her grandmother’s will, she inherited the family estate.

beneficial (a)
/ˌbenɪˈfɪʃəl/

> Regular exercise has many beneficial effects on physical health.

beneficially (adv)

> The new policy will beneficially impact employees’ work-life balance.

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sympathy

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sympathize (v)
/ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

> I sympathize with your situation and understand what you’re going through.

sympathy (n)
/ˈsɪmpəθi/

. the feeling of being sorry for someone who is in a bad situation

> She expressed sympathy for her friend who had lost a loved one.

sympathizer (n)

. supporter

> As a sympathizer of the cause, he attended the protest march.

(un)sympathetic (a)
/ˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk/

> My friends were very sympathetic when I lost my job.

> His unsympathetic response to her struggles left her feeling unsupported.

sympathetically (adv)

> The teacher listened sympathetically to the student’s concerns about the assignment.

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communicate

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communicate to/with sb (v)

> She struggled to communicate her feelings to her partner, leading to misunderstandings.

communication (n)

> Effective communication is key to building strong relationships.

communicator (n)

> He was known as a skilled communicator, able to convey his ideas clearly.

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(un)communicative (a)

. able to talk easily to other people

> His uncommunicative nature made it difficult for others to understand his thoughts and feelings.

. relating to the ability to communicate, especially in a foreign language

> students’ communicative skills

communicatively (adv)

> The therapist worked communicatively with the client to address their issues.

> The team collaborated communicatively, exchanging ideas and feedback to improve their project.

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communicable (a)

> able to be given from one person to another

> The disease is highly communicable, spreading easily from person to person.

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