Vocabularies

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paradigm

noun
ˈpær.ə.daɪm

A typical example or pattern of something; a model.

"The internet has changed the paradigm of communication."

adjective
dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əs

Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.

"A judicious leader makes well-informed decisions."

noun
ˌræʃ.ən.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The practice of finding reasons for behavior or actions that are not the real reasons.

"His rationalization of the mistake was not convincing."

noun
ˈɪn.fɚ.əns

A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

"Based on the evidence, his inference was accurate."

verb
ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt

Extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.

"Scientists extrapolate future climate trends from past data."

noun
ˈskruː.tɪ.ni

Critical observation or examination.

"The report is under intense scrutiny by experts."

noun
ˌmet.ə.kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.

"Metacognition helps students assess their own learning strategies."

noun
ˈel.ə.kwəns

Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.

"His eloquence made the speech inspiring."

adjective
/ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.

"The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end."

noun
/kəˈnʌn.drəm/

A confusing and difficult problem or question; a puzzle or riddle.

"The economic crisis is a conundrum that policymakers struggle to solve."

noun
/dɪˌsem.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.

"The dissemination of false information on social media is alarming."

adjective
/ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zənt/

Having knowledge or being aware of something.

"She is cognizant of the risks involved in the project."

noun
/ˌfæb.rɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

The invention of false or misleading information; a lie or falsehood.

"The article was full of fabrication and misleading claims."

noun
/prəˌlɪf.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/

Rapid increase in the number or amount of something.

"The proliferation of digital platforms has transformed communication."

noun
/ˌdʒʌk.stə.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

"The juxtaposition of tradition and modernity creates a unique aesthetic."

adjective
/ˌsuː.pəˈfɪʃ.əl/

Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not thorough or deep.

"His understanding of the subject was rather superficial."

noun
/daɪˈkɒt.ə.mi/

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

"The dichotomy between rich and poor is growing wider."

noun
/ˈnɑː.sɪ.sɪ.zəm/

Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself; extreme selfishness.

"His excessive narcissism made it difficult for him to empathize with others."

noun
/məˌnɪp.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

The action of influencing or controlling someone or something in a clever or unscrupulous way.

"The politician was accused of manipulation to gain public support."

adjective
/ɪɡˈzɔː.bɪ.tənt/

(Of a price or amount charged) unreasonably high.

"The hotel charged an exorbitant price for a simple meal."

noun
/ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.

"Cybersecurity measures are crucial to reducing vulnerability to hacking."

adjective
/ɪnˈses.ənt/

Continuing without pause or interruption; constant.

"The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate."

adjective
/məˈtɪk.jʊ.ləs/

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

"She is very meticulous about organizing her workspace."

verb
/pəˈpetʃ.u.eɪt/

Make (something, typically an undesirable situation or an unfounded belief) continue indefinitely.

"Social media can sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes."