Vocabularies

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adjective
/ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

Regarded as likely to happen; anticipated or predicted.

"The unemployment rate is expected to decline further."

verb
/dɪˈklaɪn/

To become smaller, fewer, or less; to decrease gradually.

"The unemployment rate continues to decline."

verb
/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

Participating or becoming involved in; occupying or attracting someone's interest or attention.

"Engaging youth in education is essential."

adjective
/ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

"Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society."

noun
ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪk trænˈzɪʃən

A shift in population patterns from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as a country develops economically

"The demographic transition indicates a shift towards an aging society."

verb
ˈɛskəleɪt

To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious

"The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate."

noun
ˌdʒɛriˈætrɪk səˈsaɪəti

A society or community where elderly people make up a large proportion of the population

"A geriatric society demands specialized healthcare systems."

verb
ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree

"Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare."

verb
ˈplʌmɪtɪŋ

Falling or dropping suddenly and steeply; decreasing rapidly

"The fertility rate in Bangladesh is plummeting."

noun
ˈprɛvələns

The fact or condition of being widespread; the extent to which something exists or occurs

"The prevalence of aging issues requires immediate attention."

noun
ˈpærəˌlɛlz

Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations

"There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation."

noun
proʊˈæktɪv ˈseɪvɪŋ

Actively planning and setting aside money in advance to prepare for future financial needs

"Proactive saving ensures financial stability in old age."

noun
dɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtɪv dɪˈzizɪz

Medical conditions that involve the deterioration or progressive decline of tissues, organs, or functions

"Degenerative diseases are common in an aging population."

noun
ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk ˈseɪvɪŋz

A structured and organized approach to regularly saving money according to a planned schedule

"Systematic savings can mitigate financial crises in old age."

adjective
/ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

Extremely tired; having no energy left.

"Feeling exhausted after waking up is common."

verb
/ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.

"Rubbing your eyes can irritate them."

noun
/ˌluː.brɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

The action of applying a substance to reduce friction between surfaces in mutual contact.

"Lubrication of the eyes is essential for well-being."

noun
/ˈwelˌbiː.ɪŋ/

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

"Eye lubrication is crucial for overall well-being."

adjective
/ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

"Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation."

noun
/ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

"Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation."

noun
/ˈhɑːt.biːt/

A pulsation of the heart, especially as perceptible to the touch or audible with a stethoscope.

"Rubbing the eyes helps normalize the heartbeat."

adjective
/ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.

"This rule is applicable to eye care too."

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scrub

verb
/skrʌb/

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

"Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful."

noun
/ˌpɪɡ.menˈteɪ.ʃən/

The natural coloring of animal or plant tissue.

"Excessive rubbing can cause pigmentation issues."