Levels 7-9 Week 1 Flashcards
Achievable
Definition: Possible to accomplish or attain with effort and resources.
Example: “Setting achievable goals helps maintain motivation and focus.”
Acquire
Definition: To gain possession of or learn something through effort.
Example: “She acquired new skills through extensive training.”
Acronym
Definition: An abbreviation formed from the initial letters of a phrase, pronounced as a word.
Example: “NASA is an acronym for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.”
Artificial
Definition: Made by human beings rather than occurring naturally; synthetic.
Example: “Artificial intelligence is increasingly used in various industries.”
Chances are…
Definition: It is likely or probable that something will happen.
Example: “Chances are we will need an umbrella since the forecast predicts rain.”
Make do
Definition: To manage with what is available, even if it is not ideal.
Example: “We didn’t have the right tools, so we had to make do with what we had.”
Make sense
Definition: To be logical or easy to understand.
Example: “The new policy makes sense and will improve our workflow.”
Make up your mind
Definition: To decide what you want or what you believe.
Example: “You need to make up your mind about which course to take.”
Make waves
Definition: To cause a disturbance or attract attention, often in a disruptive way.
Example: “Her controversial speech made waves in the political community.”
Obviously
Definition: In a way that is easy to see or understand; clearly.
Example: “He was obviously upset by the news, as he couldn’t hide his emotions.”
Poverty
Definition: The state of being extremely poor, lacking basic necessities of life.
Example: “Addressing poverty requires comprehensive social and economic policies.”
Profitable
Definition: Yielding financial gain or benefit.
Example: “The new business venture proved to be highly profitable.”
Realistic
Definition: Having a sensible and practical approach to things; achievable.
Example: “Setting realistic deadlines ensures that projects are completed on time.”
Relevant
Definition: Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand.
Example: “The research findings are highly relevant to the current debate.”
Standard of living
Definition: The level of wealth, comfort, and material goods available to a person or community.
Example: “The standard of living has improved significantly in the region over the past decade.”
