Vocabularies

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systems

noun
ˈsɪs.təmz

A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.

"Effective systems improve productivity."

adjective
sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kənt

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

"Significant changes in temperature impact ecosystems."

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threats

noun
θrets

A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.

"Threats to food security are rising globally."

noun
ˈtem.pər.ə.tʃər

The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.

"Rising temperatures affect agricultural output."

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drought

noun
draʊt

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

"Drought impacts crop growth significantly."

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extreme

adjective
ɪkˈstriːm

Reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.

"Extreme weather patterns disrupt ecosystems."

noun
fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.

"Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems."

adjective
ˌdet.rɪˈmen.təl

Tending to cause harm; damaging or harmful.

"Pollution has detrimental effects on fertility."

noun
ˌprɒd.ʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.

"Improved irrigation boosts productivity."

noun
ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

"Water scarcity threatens agriculture."

noun
fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.

"Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming."

adjective
ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

Connected with farming.

"Agricultural advancements enhance food security."

noun
ˈaʊt.pʊt

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.

"Climate change reduces agricultural output."

adjective
ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

"Simultaneous crop failures affect global food supply."

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security

noun
sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

"Food security is essential for human survival."

adjective
səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

"Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact."

verb
ˈtrænsfɔːrm

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

"Volunteering can transform lives and communities."

noun
prəˈfaʊnd ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

A deep, meaningful, and significant action or program designed to create change.

"A profound initiative can create sustainable changes."

noun
səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.

"Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering."

verb
əˈkwaɪər

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

"Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences."

noun
ɪkˈspænʃən

The action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth or development.

"Volunteering helps in the expansion of social networks."

noun
ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪzd ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz

People who are treated as insignificant or peripheral to society, often excluded from mainstream social, economic, or political activities.

"Marginalized individuals often face severe challenges."

noun
ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl səˈpɔːrt

Essential assistance that cannot be done without; absolutely necessary help.

"Volunteers provide indispensable support to communities."

noun
ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

Actions or strategies designed to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; programs or projects.

"Community initiatives benefit underprivileged groups."