Vocabularies

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verb
/ˈbəʊl.stər/

Support or strengthen; prop up.

"The government took steps to bolster the economy."

noun
dɪˈsʌɪsɪvnɪs

The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

"His decisiveness during the crisis saved the company."

noun
prəˈfɪʃənsi

Competency or skill in doing or using something.

"She showed proficiency in multiple languages."

noun
ˌsɜːkəmˈspekʃən

The quality of being wary and unwilling to take risks; prudence.

"His circumspection ensured no mistakes were made."

noun
dɪˈskrɛʃən

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

"She handled the situation with great discretion."

noun
mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

"His meticulousness made the project successful."

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altruism

noun
ˈæltruɪzəm

The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

"His altruism motivated others to volunteer."

noun
ˌmæɡnəˈnɪmɪti

Generosity in forgiving an insult or injury; forbearance.

"His magnanimity towards his competitors was admirable."

noun
dʒʊˈdɪʃəsnɪs

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

"Her judiciousness in making decisions was appreciated."

noun
ˌɪnˈsaɪtfʊlnɪs

The capacity to gain an accurate and deep intuitive understanding of a person or thing.

"His insightfulness helped solve the complex problem."

noun
ˌiːkwəˈnɪməti

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

"She handled the news with remarkable equanimity."

noun
ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.

"His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable."

adjective
ɪˈfɛmərəl

Lasting for a very short time.

"The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral."

noun
ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd

Courage in pain or adversity.

"Her fortitude in facing difficulties inspired many."

noun
təˈnæsɪti

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

"His tenacity in pursuing his dreams paid off."

noun
lɑːˈʒɛs

Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others.

"His largesse towards the charity was greatly appreciated."

noun
ˈdɪlɪdʒəns

Careful and persistent work or effort.

"His diligence at work has led to his promotion."

noun
ˈrɛktɪtjuːd

Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness.

"His rectitude earned him the respect of his colleagues."

adjective
ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.

"Her exemplary performance in the competition earned her first place."

noun
ˈfæmɪli triː

A diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations of a family.

"Creating a family tree helps understand family history."

noun
ˈlɪniɪdʒ

Direct descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree.

"Tracing your lineage can reveal unknown ancestors."

noun
ˈænsɛstərz

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

"The family tree shows the names of all ancestors."

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Relatives

noun
ˈrɛlətɪvz

A person connected by blood or marriage; a kinsman or kinswoman.

"Relatives can help you build a complete family tree."

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Generations

noun
ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz

All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.

"The family tree spans several generations."