unit 4 Flashcards

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comfortable

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adj. When something is comfortable’ it makes you feel relaxed’ confident’ and not worried. Will loves his comfortable new sofa.

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education

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n. Education is the process of teaching and learning’ usually at a school’ college’ or university. These students are receiving their education at a private school.

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encouragement

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n. Encouragement is something that makes someone more determined’ hopeful’ or confident. The mother gives constant encouragement to her son.

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endorse

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v. To endorse is to express formal support or approval for someone or something. The committee will endorse their leader for the upcoming election.

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equal

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adj. When something is equal’ it is the same in size’ number’ amount’ or value as something else. The apple and orange are equal in weight.

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face

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v. To face is to deal with something in a direct way. Justin will face many challenges at work.

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field

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n. A field is a subject that people study or an area of activity that they are involved in as part of their work. Jane works in the healthcare field.

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foster

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v. To foster is to help a skill’ feeling’ or idea develop over a period of time. The afterschool program is designed to foster a sense of community at school.

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guidance

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n. Guidance is help and advice that is given to someone about their work’ education’ or personal life. Ms. Smith provided valuable guidance to all her students.

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hold

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v. To hold is to have a particular degree’ title’ record’ job’ or position. Damian will soon hold a degree in business administration.

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inclusion

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n. Inclusion is the act of including someone or something in a larger group or set. The school promotes the inclusion of parents in their students’ education.

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inspire

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v. To inspire is to encourage someone by making them feel confident and eager to do something. Jim’s father likes to inspire his son by encouraging him to follow his dream.

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mere

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adj. Mere is used to emphasize how small or unimportant something or someone is. Scott lost the race by a mere two seconds.

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position

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n. A position is a rank or role of someone in an organization or company. Kyle is interviewing for a marketing position.

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power

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n. Power is the ability to influence people or give them strong feelings. The coach has the power to keep the players from playing if they don’t show up to practice.

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responsibility

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n. Responsibility is a task or duty that you are expected or required to do. Parents have the responsibility to raise their children with love.

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soar

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v. To soar is to increase quickly to a high level. The temperature today will soar to a high of 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

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tool

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n. A tool is a piece of equipment or a skill that is useful for doing your job. Presentation skills are an important tool for communication.

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vocal

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adj. When someone is vocal’ he or she expresses a strong opinion publicly. Shawn gets vocal when someone disagrees with his opinions.

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workplace

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n. A workplace is the room or building where you work. Diversity is important in the workplace.