Vocabularies

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noun
/ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/

A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

"The economy must maintain equilibrium to prevent a crisis."

noun
/ɪmˈped.ɪ.mənt/

A hindrance or obstruction in doing something.

"Lack of education is a major impediment to social progress."

adjective
/həʊˈlɪs.tɪk/

Considering the whole of something or someone and not just a part.

"Holistic health care considers both mind and body."

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mitigate

verb
/ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

To make less severe, serious, or painful.

"Measures were taken to mitigate the effects of climate change."

noun
/ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.plæsˈtɪs.ɪ.ti/

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

"Neuroplasticity allows the brain to adapt and learn new skills."

adjective
/ɪɡˈzɔː.bɪ.tənt/

Unreasonably high in price or amount.

"The hotel charged an exorbitant amount for a one-night stay."

noun
/ˌpriː.dɪs.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

A liability or tendency to suffer from a particular condition, hold a particular attitude, or act in a particular way.

"A family history of diabetes increases a predisposition to the disease."

noun
/səˌsep.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

The state or fact of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.

"Lack of sleep increases susceptibility to illnesses."

noun
/ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒəns/

Careful and persistent work or effort.

"His diligence in studying led to outstanding results."

verb
/rɪˈdʒuː.vən.eɪt/

To make or feel young, healthy, or energetic again.

"A vacation helps to rejuvenate both body and mind."

noun
/prəˌlɪf.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/

Rapid increase in the number or amount of something.

"The proliferation of smartphones has transformed communication."

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augment

verb
/ɔːɡˈment/

To make greater by adding to it; increase.

"The company plans to augment its workforce next year."

verb
/ˈbəʊl.stər/

To support or strengthen; to prop up.

"The government aims to bolster economic growth."

noun
əˈlɪm.pɪk ɡeɪmz

The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports.

"The Olympic Games bring together the world's top athletes."

noun
ɪnˈsɛp.ʃən

The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity; the beginning.

"Since its inception, the company has grown rapidly."

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heritage

noun
ˈhɛr.ɪ.tɪdʒ

Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.

"Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage."

noun
ɪˈpɪt.ə.mi

A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type; the essence or embodiment of something.

"He is the epitome of dedication and hard work."

noun
ænˈtɪk.wə.ti

The ancient past, especially the period of classical and other human civilizations before the Middle Ages.

"The ruins are a reminder of the city's antiquity."

noun
ˌvɛn.əˈreɪ.ʃən

Great respect; reverence; the action of regarding with great respect or reverence.

"Many cultures show veneration for their ancestors."

noun
kəˈmɛns.mənt

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

"The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey."

noun
ˈfɔːr.tɪ.tjuːd

Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously.

"She showed great fortitude during the crisis."

noun
ˈdaɪ.nə.sti

A line of hereditary rulers of a country; a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field.

"The Ming dynasty ruled China for centuries."

noun
prəˌlɪf.əˈreɪ.ʃən

Rapid increase in the number or amount of something; the rapid reproduction of a cell, part, or organism.

"The proliferation of technology has transformed communication."

noun
ˈiː.pɒk

A period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.

"The invention of the internet marked a new epoch in human history."