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What does the term 'recognition' refer to?
What does the term 'recognition' refer to?
- The ability to change something
- A method of communication
- A financial transaction
- Acknowledgment of achievement (correct)
What does 'speculation' imply in a given context?
What does 'speculation' imply in a given context?
- Ideas about unknown matters (correct)
- An informed decision
- A definitive conclusion
- Conclusive evidence based on facts
What does the term 'distinction' suggest?
What does the term 'distinction' suggest?
- The state of similarity
- A significant difference (correct)
- A measure of sadness
- A common characteristic
What does 'apology' primarily signify?
What does 'apology' primarily signify?
What is meant by 'exaggeration'?
What is meant by 'exaggeration'?
Which description fits 'deficiency'?
Which description fits 'deficiency'?
What does 'prejudice' refer to?
What does 'prejudice' refer to?
What does 'alliance' denote in a political context?
What does 'alliance' denote in a political context?
What is the primary meaning of 'amendment'?
What is the primary meaning of 'amendment'?
Which term best describes 'discrimination'?
Which term best describes 'discrimination'?
What does 'collaboration' imply?
What does 'collaboration' imply?
What does the term 'hazard' generally refer to?
What does the term 'hazard' generally refer to?
What is meant by 'diversity'?
What is meant by 'diversity'?
What does 'compensation' refer to in a financial context?
What does 'compensation' refer to in a financial context?
In the context of 'evolution', what does the term denote?
In the context of 'evolution', what does the term denote?
What does 'bankruptcy' signify?
What does 'bankruptcy' signify?
What does 'obligation' mean in a moral context?
What does 'obligation' mean in a moral context?
What does 'vanity' typically refer to?
What does 'vanity' typically refer to?
What is the meaning of 'diplomacy'?
What is the meaning of 'diplomacy'?
What does the term 'redundancy' mean in employment context?
What does the term 'redundancy' mean in employment context?
Which term best describes 'hospitality'?
Which term best describes 'hospitality'?
What does 'exposure' refer to in a health context?
What does 'exposure' refer to in a health context?
Flashcards
Recognition
Recognition
The ability to recognize someone or something.
Speculation
Speculation
Ideas about something that is not known, based on guesswork or assumptions.
Competence
Competence
The ability to do something successfully, showing skill and knowledge.
Distinction
Distinction
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Reputation
Reputation
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Prejudice
Prejudice
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Stereotype
Stereotype
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Resemblance
Resemblance
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Amendment
Amendment
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Contradiction
Contradiction
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Accusation
Accusation
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Privilege
Privilege
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Successor
Successor
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Collaboration
Collaboration
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Diplomacy
Diplomacy
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Elimination
Elimination
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Auction
Auction
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Diversity
Diversity
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Exposure
Exposure
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Hazard
Hazard
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Inclination
Inclination
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Assurance
Assurance
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Conservation
Conservation
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Study Notes
Advanced Nouns (C1 Level)
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Amendment: A change made to an original document (e.g., alteration, correction)
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Contradiction: Opposed ideas; inconsistency
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Accusation: A claim of guilt.
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Condemnation: A formal charge; accusation
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Imputation: A false accusation (leading to wrongful imprisonment).
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Bias: Prejudice for or against someone/group; favoritism.
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Unfairness: Unequal treatment; leaning toward one side.
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Arbitrariness: Inconsistent or random actions.
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Privilege: Special benefits for some.
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Advantage/Benefit/Prerogative: Special rights or good fortune.
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Successor: The one who follows next in order (inheritor, beneficiary, descendant).
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Collaboration: Working together for a shared goal (partnership, association, affiliation).
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Diplomacy: Skill in handling international relations.
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Discretion: Tact and careful judgment.
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Foreign Policy: A country's relations with other countries.
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Elimination: Complete removal or destruction.
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Termination: Ending something.
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Abolition: Removal of something (e.g., a law, practice).
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Auction: Public sale to highest bidder.
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Bidding: Act of offering at an auction.
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Diversity: Variety; differences in a group.
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Exposure: Vulnerability; contact.
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Hazard: Unnecessary danger.
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Jeopardy: Risk of danger.
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Inclination: Natural tendency or preference (propensity, proneness, partiality).
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Assurance: Positive promise or guarantee.
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Conservation: Preventing wasteful use of resources; preservation.
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Preservation: Protecting something from harm.
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Longing: Strong desire or yearning.
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Mechanism: technical aspects of a process (procedure, technique, system).
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Negotiation: Discussion to reach an agreement (compromise, settlement).
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Obligation: Moral or legal duty.
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Accountability: Responsibility for actions.
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Persuasion: Influencing someone's belief (enticement, motivation).
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Redundancy: Surplus; no longer needed.
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Solitude: Isolation; state of being alone.
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Triumph: Great success (achievement, victory, conquest).
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Vanity: Excessive pride.
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Adaptation: Adjustment to new conditions (modification, expansion).
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Bankruptcy: Inability to repay debts; insolvency.
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Compensation: Payment for loss or damage.
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Remuneration: payment for work done.
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Commission : payment for services performed.
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Payoff : return that comes after a period of time
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Discrimination: Unjust treatment based on category.
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Inequity: Injustice; unfairness.
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Evolution: Gradual development; progression.
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Hospitality: Friendly reception of guests (generosity, amiability, kindness).
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Inspection: Careful examination or observation.
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Legend: Stories (mythology, folklore, tradition).
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Optimism: Hopefulness and belief in positive outcomes.
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Possession: Ownership.
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Recognition: Acknowledgment, acceptance.
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Abuse: Cruel or violent treatment.
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Speculation: Conjecture or supposition; guesses.
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Allowance/ Allotment: Money for a specific purpose.
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Competence: Skillful ability to do something.
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Aptitude: Natural talent.
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Efficacy :the capacity for producing a desired result.
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Expertise :the skill and knowledge acquired through experience, study, or training, especially in a particular field.
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Distinction: Difference, characteristics
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Exaggeration: Overstatement of facts.
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Elaboration: detailed explanation or presentation.
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Reputation: Public opinion of something.
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Achievement: Success
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Extinction: Dying out of species.
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Prejudice: Unfair opinion.
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Bigotry: Extreme prejudice.
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Apology: Acknowledgment of fault (atonement, plea, admission).
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Stereotype: Fixed belief about a group.
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Resemblance: Similarity.
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Alliance: Agreement between countries or people.
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Deficiency: Lack of something (shortage, inadequacy).
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