Vocabularies

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distraction

noun
/dɪˈstrækʃən/

A thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else.

"Distractions in the workplace can reduce productivity."

noun
/kɒɡˈnɪʃən/

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

"Cognitive functions are essential for decision-making."

noun
/ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.

"Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions."

adjective
/ɪˈməʊʃənəl/

Relating to a person's emotions; arousing or characterized by intense feelings.

"She gave an emotional speech about her experiences."

noun
/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority; the action of controlling or maintaining the rate or speed of something.

"Proper regulation of emotions can improve mental health."

adjective
/ˈɡraʊndɪd/

Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.

"Staying grounded during difficult situations helps with resilience."

noun
/strɛs/

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

"Managing stress is important for maintaining good health."

noun
/ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

The process of dealing with or controlling things or people; the administration of an organization.

"Time management can improve productivity and reduce stress."

noun
/rɪˈzɪlɪəns/

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness and flexibility.

"Resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges."

adjective
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/

Successful in producing a desired or intended result; having the power to produce a strong impression.

"Effective communication is essential for teamwork."

noun
/θɔːts/

An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.

"Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes."

adjective
/ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

"Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success."

noun
/ˈwɛlˌbiːɪŋ/

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy; a general sense of wellness.

"Meditation can help improve overall well-being."

noun
ˈkæt.ə.lɪst

Something that precipitates an event or change; a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change.

"The new policy acted as a catalyst for economic growth."

noun
ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.plæˈstɪs.ɪ.ti

The ability of the brain to form and reorganize synaptic connections, especially in response to learning or experience or following injury.

"Neuroplasticity allows the brain to recover after injury."

noun
ˈpær.ə.daɪm

A typical example or pattern of something; a model. A set of concepts or thought patterns, including theories, research methods, postulates, and standards.

"The scientific paradigm on climate change is evolving."

adjective
dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.

"His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult."

noun
ˌɪn.trəˈspek.ʃən

The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.

"Through introspection, she gained insight into her emotions."

noun
ˌmɛt.ə.kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən

Awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.

"Metacognition helps students improve their learning strategies."

noun
prəˈpɛn.sə.ti

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

"He has a propensity for taking risks in business."

noun
ˈmaɪnd.set

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

"A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges."

noun
ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

"His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams."

noun
təˈnæs.ə.ti

The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; persistence.

"His tenacity in solving problems led to his success."

adjective
ˈsɛr.ɪ.brəl

Of the cerebrum of the brain; intellectual rather than emotional or physical.

"He enjoys cerebral discussions on philosophy and science."