Vocabulary Quiz: Advanced Terms

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Which term indicates a significant advancement or major discovery?

Camouflage

Breakthrough (correct)

Consolidate

Breach

What does 'benevolent' imply in terms of behavior?

Indifferent to others

Harsh and unkind

Showing kindness or goodwill (correct)

Self-serving and greedy

Which term refers to a violation or break in a rule?

Diligent

Compensation

Concur

Breach (correct)

What does 'diligent' describe regarding a person's work ethic?

Careful and persistent effort (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'camouflage'?

A disguise that helps something blend in (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'consolidate' imply?

To combine or merge (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the act of deciphering?

Interpreting or decoding something unclear (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'daunting'?

Intimidating or difficult to deal with (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the term 'circumstance'?

The condition surrounding an event (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms describes the logical connection between ideas?

Coherence (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'otherwise' imply in a scenario?

In another way or condition (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'in essence' convey?

At the core or fundamentally (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when something 'contradicts' another statement?

It completely opposes the other statement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'alleviate' primarily refer to?

To reduce pain or make something better (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'affiliation'?

A connection or association with a group (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary meaning of 'audacious'?

Bold and willing to take risks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'anticipate' mean?

To predict or expect something in advance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'allegation'?

An unproven claim or accusation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'compelling' signify in a context?

Irresistibly convincing or evoking strong interest (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'augment' mean in relation to capabilities?

To increase or enhance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'anomaly'?

An unusual or out-of-the-ordinary event (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'cumbersome' imply?

Large, heavy, or difficult to manage (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'arbitration' typically used for?

Resolving conflicts through a neutral third party (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'authenticity' refer to?

Legitimacy and being real or genuine (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic does 'capricious' denote?

Prone to sudden and unpredictable changes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'boycott'?

To refuse participation as a form of protest (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'even though'?

In spite of something happening (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'delineate' mean in the context of describing objectives?

To outline or define clearly (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains why deterioration might occur in relationships?

Lack of effective communication (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of deceptive advertising practices?

Erosion of consumer trust (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'embody' signify in artistic representation?

To represent an idea in tangible form (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the term 'empirical'?

Derived from observation and experimentation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a likely outcome when public infrastructure deteriorates quickly?

Worsening public service quality (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'exemption' mean in a legal context?

Restriction from obligations (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase describes the transient nature of social media popularity?

Ephemeral and fleeting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'elaborate' imply when discussing research findings?

To develop in detailed form (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'disclose' mean regarding sensitive information?

To make something known publicly (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'consequently' indicate in terms of cause and effect?

Results that follow a cause (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions would likely 'eradicate' a harmful pest?

Using advanced pest control methods (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ethical conduct' emphasize in organizations?

Integrity and transparency (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes 'equilibrium' in a market context?

A state of balance between supply and demand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best definition of 'infallible' as used in the context provided?

Without mistakes (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which action aligns with the concept of 'legitimize'?

Authorize informal transactions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'judicious' describe regarding decision-making?

Thoughtful and prudent (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'lavish' in the given context?

Extravagantly generous (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of humor does the term 'ludicrous' refer to?

Absurd and ridiculous (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to exacerbate a situation?

To worsen an already bad situation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which is a likely consequence of the exploitation of natural resources?

Environmental degradation (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is the term 'lucid' best understood?

Clear and understandable (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best exemplifies 'momentum'?

A team making steady progress toward a goal (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is the term 'formidable' best described?

Something inspiring fear or respect (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'mitigate' an issue?

Diminish the severity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to facilitate a process?

To simplify and assist it (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which option best describes 'mediocre'?

Below average quality (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which best illustrates the word 'futile'?

A task that proves pointless and produces no result (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for something to fluctuate?

To change irregularly over time (D) Signup and view all the answers

What implication does the term 'malevolent' carry?

Desiring to cause harm (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which context best illustrates 'negotiate'?

Discussing terms for an agreement (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what context is 'along with' used?

To suggest additional information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for success to 'manifest'?

To display clearly and evidently (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about a hypothesis?

It suggests a possible explanation based on limited evidence (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can characterize a 'Keen' observer?

Sharp and perceptive (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to harness something?

To control and utilize it effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which word best represents an extreme attention to detail?

Meticulous (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'haphazard' imply?

Lacking organization and randomness (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which context is 'in contrast' appropriately used?

To highlight differences between two opposing ideas (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does discrimination affect progress in a workplace?

It hinders the progress of qualified employees (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes heinous acts?

Acts that are extremely wicked or atrocious (B) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a false idea or deceptive appearance?

Illusion (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an impediment to progress?

Corruption within the government (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to impose something?

To force something unfairly on others (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by groundbreaking work?

Innovative or introducing new ideas (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which concept involves maintaining a neutral stance without favoring any side?

Impartial (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of intervention in a social context?

To change or stop something (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'integrity'?

The quality of being honest and moral (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of incorporating involve?

Combining into something (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when something is imminent?

About to happen very soon (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes actions intended to provoke or initiate a response?

Instigate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a hazardous outcome of gullibility?

Exploited by others (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to illuminate a concept?

To clarify or make clear (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial component for effective policy-making?

Integrity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of a tactful approach when discussing sensitive topics?

It helps maintain professional relationships. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes a commitment to transparency in communication?

Openness (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes turbulent economic conditions?

Chaos and disorder in financial environments. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for plants to thrive?

To flourish in a supportive environment. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the term uniformity in a cultural context?

Consistency across different elements. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can ubiquitous access to online learning platforms impact education?

It transforms global education systems. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a tenacious attitude imply in a work environment?

Persistence and determination to achieve goals. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one effect of a lack of transparency in decision-making?

Decreased trust and public discontent. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What effect does negligence in the workplace typically have?

Can lead to serious injuries (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes having unlimited power or authority?

Omnipotent (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'optimize' mean in a business context?

To make the best use of something (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'nuance'?

A subtle difference (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of 'obscure' in a literary context?

Not well known or understood (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'neutralize' apply in military strategy?

To counteract enemy attacks (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'opulent' signify in terms of lifestyle?

Luxurious and extravagant (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario illustrates a 'plummet' in conditions?

A sharp decline in fish populations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'perceive' mean?

To recognize or become aware of something (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'ostentatious' behavior?

Showy and extravagant (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a significant or noteworthy achievement?

Noteworthy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'paradigm' refer to?

A typical example or model (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'nimbly' characterized in a business context?

By quick and agile adaptation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of government negligence in public health?

Widespread epidemics (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does a pragmatic approach focus on when solving problems?

Realistic and feasible solutions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines 'prohibit'?

To formally forbid something (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an observable event known as?

A phenomenon (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes using someone's work without proper credit?

Plagiarism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'provoke' mean in the context of inciting a reaction?

To incite a strong reaction (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'precedence' refer to?

Priority in importance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'prejudice' mean in a social context?

Unjust bias against a group (B) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a natural tendency towards something?

Propensity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of 'quixotic'?

Idealistic but impractical ideas (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ramification' refer to?

A consequence of an action (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reconcile' mean?

To restore harmony or settle differences (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which word describes the ability to recover quickly from adversity?

Resilient (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'redress' mean in a social context?

To remedy a wrong (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes 'reflection'?

Careful thought or consideration (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of sustainability?

Meeting present needs without compromising the future (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does retention refer to in an organizational context?

Maintaining possession of knowledge and staff (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the reproduction of something exactly?

Replicate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of ruthless corporate practices on employees?

Can lead to staff dissatisfaction and resignations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term surreptitious imply?

Conducted secretly or in a hidden manner (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by remuneration in a workplace context?

Payment or reward for work or service (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is scrutinizing important in journalism?

To examine and ensure accuracy of information sources (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of speculation in the financial markets?

Uncertain situations among investors (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes stagnation in an economic context?

A state of inactivity or unchanging progress (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does regeneration play in maintaining biodiversity?

It supports the recovery of damaged ecosystems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one implication of the government reenforcing laws regarding endangered species?

It highlights commitment to environmental conservation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'excessive' imply in relation to redundancy?

Being more than necessary, leading to confusion (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is skepticism vital in analyzing new technologies?

It promotes thorough evaluation of potential impacts (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'threshold' imply in a significant context?

A significant starting point for action (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary for IELTS (C1 & C2)

Alleviate: To reduce pain or make something better (ease, relief, mitigate)
- Used in contexts like public awareness campaigns, psychological counseling, and education reforms.
Affiliation: Connection or association with a group (connection, partnership, cultural affiliations)
- Can shape identity and sense of belonging.
- Provides access to resources and networking opportunities.
Regardless: Without paying attention to the circumstances (anyway, nonetheless, despite)
- Important in considering various factors, especially in context of challenges and limitations.
Audacious: Bold and willing to take significant risks (bold, daring, Brave, fearless, adventurous)
- Significant in missions, entrepreneurship, and civil disobedience.
Anticipate: To expect or predict something in advance (foresee, await, look forward to, envision)
- Important in adjusting strategies (e.g., market changes, financial predictions).
- Crucial for authorities to understand potential consequences.
Allegation: An unproven claim or accusation (claim, assertion, charge, statement)
- Needs evidence for validity.
- Can cause investigation and scrutiny.
Meanwhile: At the same time as something else (Simultaneously, at the same time, in the meantime)
- Useful for describing concurrent events or processes.
Compelling: Evoking interest or conviction (convincing, persuasive, irresistible, compulsive)
- Important in presenting strong arguments, stories.
Augment: To increase or enhance something (boost, expand, amplify, strengthen)
- Used to improve research, curriculum, and manufacturing processes.
Anomaly: Something unusual or out of the ordinary (irregularity, aberration, deviation, exception)
- Can be a cause for investigation or analysis.
Even though/Despite: Acknowledging a contrary fact (although, in spite of, though, regardless)
- Used for expressing conditions or exceptions.
Boycott: To refuse participation as a form of protest (shun, reject, avoid, exclude)
- A powerful form of protest and advocacy.
Cumbersome: Large, heavy, or difficult to manage (awkward, burdensome, clumsy, unwieldy)
- Highlights problems or challenges with size and complexity.
Arbitration: Settling disputes through a neutral third party (mediation, settlement, negotiation, resolution, mediation)
- A crucial tool for conflict resolution.
Authenticity: The quality of being genuine (legitimacy, realness, validity, accuracy)
- Important in culture, products, and experiences.
Capricious: Prone to sudden unpredictable changes (impulsive, whimsical, erratic, volatile)
- Implies unreliable behavior or changes.
Coincidence: To occur or happen at the same time (concur, correspond, harmonize, align)
- Useful for describing simultaneous or consistent information.
Camouflage: A disguise to blend in (disguise, masking, obscuring, hiding)
- Used for military or aesthetic purposes.
At any rate: Regardless of what has been stated (anyway, in any case, no matter what)
- Acknowledging other factors or conditions.
Consolidate: To combine or strengthen (further strengthen, combine, merge, integrate)
- Important for actions like resource management and support building.
Contradict: To state the opposite of a statement (oppose, challenge, refute, counter)
- Highlights inconsistencies in claims and statements.
Benevolent: Showing kindness (generous, altruistic, compassionate, sympathetic)
- Used for describing actions and attitudes.
Otherwise: If conditions are different (alternatively, in other ways in a different manner)
- Emphasizes conditional outcomes.
Breach: A violation or break in a rule (violation, infraction, break, transgression)
- Highlights violations of protocol or policy.
Breakthrough: A significant advancement (discovery, innovation, development, milestone)
- Emphasizes major progress in fields like science or research.
Decipher: To interpret or decode (decode, interpret, unravel, translate)
- Used in situations requiring analysis and interpretation of secret information.
Daunting: Intimidating or difficult to deal with (intimidating, overwhelming, scary, frightening)
- Suggests a challenging or formidable task.
Coherence: Logical connection or consistency (consistency, unity, congruity, harmony)
- Importance in plans, writing, or ideas.
Circumstance: The condition or factor surrounding an event (situation, condition, occurrence, context)
- Highlights the surrounding factors that influence a situation.
Compensation: Payment or benefit for work (salary, remuneration, reward, indemnity)
- Important in employee relations and/or dealing with damages or injuries.
Diligent: Showing careful and persistent effort (industrious, hardworking, assiduous, committed)
- Highlights dedication and thoroughness.
In essence: Essentially or fundamentally (fundamentally, basically, in brief)
- Highlights the core meaning of something.
Delineate: To describe or outline precisely (outline, define, depict, portray)
- Highlights the specific differences or characteristics of something.
Deceptive: Misleading (dishonest, fraudulent, trickery, elusive)
- Used for describing actions or strategies that mislead.
Deteriorate: To worsen in quality (degrade, diminish, weaken, decay)
- Highlighting negative consequences of neglect or time.
Disclose: To reveal (expose, unveil, divulge, announce)
- Important in transparency and communication.
Despite: In spite of (even though, regardless of)
- Acknowledging opposing factors.
Eloquent: Expressive or persuasive (articulate, expressive, persuasive, stirring)
- Highlights quality of communication.
Elaborate: To explain in detail (develop, explain, clarify, specify)
- Used to make something clearer and more comprehensive.
Endorsement: Support or approval (recommendation, authorization, backing)
- Important in gaining approval or trust for a person or idea.
Embody: To represent in tangible form (exemplify, symbolize, manifest, personify)
- Highlights the representation of something.
Furthermore: In addition to what was stated (in addition, besides, as well, additionally)
- Emphasizes an added point or consideration.
Empirical: Based on observation or experiment (factual, practical, experimental, data-driven)
- Highlights reliance on evidence.
Equilibrium: A state of balance (stability, harmony, symmetry, proportion)
- Highlights balance between forces or elements.
Ephemeral: Lasting for a short period (short-lived, fleeting, transient, brief)
- Highlighting temporary status of something.
Eradicate: To completely eliminate (abolish, remove, extinguish, wipe out)
- Highlights the action of removing something entirely.
Consequently: As a result of something (therefore, thus, as a result, accordingly)
- Demonstrating a causal relationship between events.
Ethics: Moral principles (values, integrity, standards, code)
- Highlights moral conduct.
Exemption: Freedom from a rule (immunity, exclusion, release, exception)
- Used for conditions where an individual is not responsible for certain actions.
Exacerbate: To worsen an existing situation (aggravate, intensify, heighten, escalate)
- Highlights worsening conditions under specific circumstance.
Exploitation: Taking unfair advantage (abuse, manipulation, oppression, mistreatment)
- Highlights unethical behavior.
Formidable: Inspiring fear or respect (intimidating, powerful, fearsome, daunting)
- Highlights something challenging.
Facilitate: To make easier (assist, simplify, help, promote)
- Highlights support or ease for an action.
Futile: Pointless or incapable of producing results (pointless, useless, hopeless, ineffective)
- Highlights something ineffective .
Fluctuate: To vary irregularly (change, alter, waiver)
- Illustrates inconsistent behavior.
Flamboyant: Boldly colorful (ostentatious, extravagant, vibrant, dazzling)
- Highlights noticeable extravagance.
Hypothesis: A proposed explanation (theory, supposition, assumption, conjecture)
- Highlights theories in research contexts.
Harness: To control and utilize effectively (exploit, leverage, channel, employ)
- Highlights utilizing the potential of something.
Haphazard: Lacking organization (random, unorganized, disordered, messy)
- Highlights disorganization.
Hinder: To obstruct or prevent (obstruct, impede, delay, hamper)
- Highlights obstacle to progress.
Heinous: Extremely wicked (evil, horrible, abominable, monstrous)
- Emphasizes extreme wickedness
Gullible: Easily deceived (trusting, credulous, innocent, easily deceived)
- Describes someone easily persuaded or tricked.
Groundbreaking: Innovative or introducing new ideas (innovative, pioneering, revolutionary, novel)
- Highlights significant advancement.
Illuminate: To clarify (reveal, enlighten, shed light on)
- Highlights the action of making something clearer.
Illusion: A false idea (delusion, fantasy, hallucination, trick)
- Highlighting deception or false impression.
Impose: To force unfairly (enforce, inflict, dictate, apply)
- Highlights actions of enforcing something forcefully.
Impediment: An obstacle (barrier, blockage, difficulty, restriction)
- Describes obstacles or hindrances.
Incorporate: To include or combine (integrate, merge, blend, fuse)
- Highlighting inclusion of elements/ideas.
Impeccable: Flawless (faultless, spotless, exquisite, unblemished)
- Highlighting quality and excellence.
Instigate: To provoke or initiate (spark, provoke, trigger, cause)
- Highlights actions that start something.
Innovation: Introducing new ideas/methods (invention, advancement, improvement)
- Highlights new developments.
Imminent: About to happen (approaching, upcoming, near, forthcoming)
- Highlighting the approach of an event.
Intervention: Act of stepping in (interference, mediate, intercede, come between)
- Highlights actions of stepping in to change something.
Integrity: Honesty or moral character (honesty, ethics, uprightness, truthfulness)
- Highlights honesty.
Impartial: Fair and not favoring any side (neutral, unbiased, objective, unprejudiced)
- Highlighting fairness.
Infallible: Incapable of making mistakes (unfailing, flawless, perfect, reliable)
- Highlighting the certainty or reliability of something.
Legitimize: To make something acceptable (validate, authorize, approve, sanction)
- Highlights the process of making something permissible, socially acceptable or legal.
Judicious: Capable of good judgment (prudent, sensible, thoughtful, reasonable)
- Highlighting wise decision-making.
Lavish: Extravagantly generous (opulent, sumptuous, generous, elaborate)
- Highlights luxurious or extravagant nature of something.
Ludicrous: Absurd (preposterous, silly, foolish, laughable)
- Highlights its absurdity.
Lucid: Clear (transparent, coherent, understandable, rational )
- Highlights clarity or ease of understanding.
Keen: Enthusiastic, perceptive, or sharp
- Highlighting sharpness .
Manifest: To show clearly (demonstrate, reveal, exhibit, express)
- Show clearly or display characteristics.
Manipulation: Controlling unfairly (exploitation, handling, abuse, deception)
- Highlights the act of controlling others.
Momentum: Strength or speed gained by progress (drive, impetus, energy, speed)
- Highlighting continued progress.
Mitigate: To reduce severity (alleviate, diminish, lessen, suit)
- Highlights actions to reduce something.
Mediocre: Of average quality, not very good (average, ordinary, unremarkable, inferior)
- Highlights quality.
Meticulous: Extremely careful (thorough, detailed, diligent, accurate)
- Highlighting carefulness and precision.
Malevolent: Showing a desire to harm (malicious, wicked, spiteful, harmful, vicious)
- Highlights harmful intent.
Negotiate: To discuss terms (bargain, mediate, settle, deal)
- Highlights the process of discussing terms.
Negligence Failure to take proper care (carelessness, oversight, inattention)
- Highlights carelessness in failing responsibilities.
Nimble: Quick and light in movement (agile, swift, graceful, alert)
- Highlights agility or quick thinking.
Neutralize: To counteract or nullify (diffuse, offset, balance, cancel out)
- Highlights the action of reducing effect.
Nuance: A subtle difference (detail, refinement, distinction, variation)
- Highlights subtle differences in contexts like meanings or expressions.
Noteworthy: Deserving attention (important, memorable, exceptional, notable)
- Highlights the significance of something.
Obscure: Not well known (vague, unclear, ambiguous, uncertain)
- Highlights the unknown or incomprehensible elements of something.
Optimism: Positive outlook (confidence, expectation, cheerfulness, assurance)
- Highlights a positive outlook.
Omnipotent: Having unlimited power (all-powerful, supreme, almighty, sovereign)
- Highlights unlimited power.
Optimize: To make the best use of (improve, refine, maximize, streamline)
- Highlights the process of improving or maximizing use of something.
Opulent: Luxurious (rich, lavish, sumptuous, extravagant)
- Highlights luxury and wealth.
Ostentatious: Showing off wealth (showy, extravagant, flashy, pretentious)
- Highlights the act of showing off or emphasizing wealth.
Obsolete: Outdated (old-fashioned, antiquated, archaic, outmoded)
- Highlights things no longer used or relevant.
Perceive: To recognize or become aware (notice, observe, discern, detect)
- Highlights the action of recognizing something.
Paradigm: A typical example (pattern, example, prototype, archetype)
- Highlights models in various fields.
Plummet: To fall or drop sharply (descend, tumble, sink, decline)
- Highlights rapid downward movement.
Perception: How something is understood (perspective, insight, opinion, understanding)
- Highlights a view or how something is perceived.
Pragmatic: Dealing with practical solutions (realistic, sensible, rational, logical)
- Highlights realistic and practical approaches.
Prohibit: To formally forbid (outlaw, prevent, restrict, hinder)
- Highlights the act of forbidding something.
Phenomenon: An observable event (occurrence, situation, trend)
- Highlights the observation or occurrence of something.
Plagiarism: Using someone's work without credit (copying, piracy, fraud, infringement)
- Highlights academic ethical violation.
Prolific: Producing much (productive, abundant, fertile, generative )
- Highlights the ability to produce many.
Provoke: To incite a strong reaction (stimulate, trigger, arouse, irritate)
- Highlights actions that incite a reaction.
Precedence: Priority (priority, order, rank, supremacy, seniority, dominance, preference)
- Highlights the importance of something.
Prejudice: Unjust bias (discrimination, intolerance, partiality, bigotry)
- Highlights harmful bias.
Propensity: A natural inclination (tendency, inclination, predisposition, leaning)
- Highlights a natural leaning towards something.
Quintessential: Represents the most perfect example (ideal, classic, typical, archetypal)
- Highlights the most perfect example.
Quixotic: Idealistic but impractical (unrealistic, romantic, dreamy, fanciful)
- Highlights impractical ideals.
Ramification: A consequence (effect, outcome, impact, repercussion)
- Highlights consequences of actions.
Reconcile: Restore harmony (resolve, settle, make peace, reunite)
- Highlights resolving differences.
Resilient: Able to recover (strong, robust, flexible, buoyant)
- Highlights the capability to withstand adversity.
Redress: To remedy (remedy, compensate, rectify, set right)
- Highlights the action to correct a wrong.
Reflection: Careful thought (thought, consideration, meditation, mirror)
- Highlights careful consideration.
Reinforce: To strengthen (bolster, fortify, augment, intensify)
- Highlights the action of strengthening something.
Redundant: Unnecessary (repetitive, superfluous, excessive, surplus, spare)
- Highlights the unneeded in a context.
Regeneration: Renewal (revival, rebirth, rejuvenation, recovery)
- Highlights renewal from damage or decline.
Replicate: To reproduce (duplicate, imitate, double, recreate)
- Highlighting reproduction of something.
Ruthless: Showing no mercy (merciless, cruel, heartless, unforgiving)
- Highlights harshness or non-compassionate action.
Remuneration: Payment (compensation, salary, wages, earnings)
- Highlights payment for work.
Retention: Keeping (preservation, holding, keeping, maintenance)
- Highlights the act of maintaining something.
Scrutinize: To examine carefully (inspect, analyze, investigate, review)
- Highlights thorough examination.
Speculation: Forming guesses (hypothesis, theory, assumption, conjecture)
- Highlights the act of forming ideas without evidence.
Sustainability: Meeting present needs (endurance, continuity, viability, durability)
- Highlights long-term balance.
Substantiate: To provide evidence (confirm, validate, support, authenticate)
- Highlights providing evidence for a claim.
Surreptitious: Done secretly (clandestine, covert, stealthy, concealed)
- Highlights hidden behavior.
Skeptical: Doubtful (unconvinced, distrustful, suspicious, hesitant)
- Highlights questioning of a situation.
Suppress To stop (restrain, stifle, repress, subdue)
- Highlights preventing expression or action.
Stagnant: Inactive (idle, dormant, motionless, unchanging)
- Highlights inactive or unchanging nature of something.
Threshold: Starting point or level (boundary, Verge, starting point, crossing)
- Highlights the beginning or critical point of something.
Tactful: Showing sensitivity (diplomatic, considerate, sensitive, thoughtful)
- Highlights skilled and sensitive engagement with others.
Tenacious: Persistent (determined, resolute, firm, unyielding)
- Highlights persistence and determination.
Transparency: Openness (openness, visibility, honesty, disclosure)
- Highlights openness and clarity.
Thrive: To grow successfully (flourish, prosper, succeed, expand)
- Highlights successful development/growth.
Turbulent: Characterized by chaos (unsettled, violent, stormy, agitated)
- Highlights disturbance and instability.
Uniformity: Consistency (consistency, sameness, standardization)
- Highlights consistency
Ubiquitous: Present everywhere (omnipresent, universal, pervasive)
- Highlights a widespread presence.
Unleash: To start (disburse, free, release, set free)
- Highlights the initiation of something

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