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condition /kənˈdɪʃən/
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noun
definition: the particular state that something is on; a way of living or existing
example: We spent a lot of money to get the house in good condition.
phenomenon /fɪˈnɒmɪnən, fɪˈnɒmɪnɒn/
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noun
definition: an event or situation that is seen to happen or exist, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question
example: The El Niño phenomenon terribly damages the agricultural industry.
overcome /ˌəʊvərˈkʌm/
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verb
definition: to defeat or succeed in controlling or defeating
example: I believe that we will overcome our fears in the end.
identify /aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪ/
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verb
definition: to establish or show the identity of someone
example: The witness identified the bank robbers.
habitual /həˈbɪtjʊəl/
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adjective
definition: done repeatedly or regularly
example: I must warn you about your tardiness because it is becoming habitual.
guidance /ˈɡaɪ.dəns/
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noun
definition: help, advice or instruction on how to do something or how to deal with problems
example: She never got any guidance when she needed it.
rational /ˈræʃ.ə.nəl/
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adjective
definition: based on reason or logic
example: Her reason for quitting her job is rational.
loneliness /ˈləʊn.li.nəs/
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noun
definition: the act or state of being lonely
example: Being far from family is one reason of loneliness.
severe /səˈvɪər/
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adjective
definition: causing great pain, difficulty or damage; very serious
example: His family faced severe challenges when he lost his job.
various /ˈveə.ri.əs, ˈvɛə.ri.əs/
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adjective
definition: several or different
example: We enjoy eating in various types of restaurants whenever we travel.
contact /ˈkɒn.tækt/
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noun
definition: a meeting, communication, or relationship with someone
example: I will call my contact in Europe who can help you in case you are in trouble.
particular /pəˈtɪkjʊlər, pəˈtɪkjʊlər/
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adjective
definition: used to indicate that one specific person or thing is being referred to and not the others
example: There is a particular restaurant I usually like to go to for lunch.
chronically /ˈkrɒnɪkli/
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adverb
definition: happening or existing frequently or happening from time to time
example: The hospital provides care to chronically ill patients for as long as they need it.
socialize /ˈsəʊʃəlaɪz/
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verb
definition: to talk and do things with other people in a friendly way; to spend time with other people
example: Although people work a lot these days, many still find time to socialize with their friends.
fault /fɔːlt/
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noun
definition: a bad quality or part of someone's personality that is not perfect
example: Some people find fault in everything they see.
attempt /əˈtempt/
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verb
definition: to try to do or accomplish something
example: Don’t attempt to do these dangerous tricks at home.
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defensive /dɪˈfensɪv/
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adjective
definition: behaving in a way that shows that you feel people are criticizing you
example: She was so defensive even when I asked her simple questions.
estimate /ˈɛstɪmət/
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noun
definition: an approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity or extent of something
example: It is difficult to obtain an accurate estimate of how much the construction of the new hotel would cost.
malicious /məˈlɪʃəs/
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adjective
definition: having or showing a desire to cause harm to another person; having or showing malice
example: I don't trust him because he seems to have malicious intentions.
pathological /ˌpæθəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
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adjective
definition: extreme in a way that is not normal or that shows an illness or mental problem; relating to or caused by disease
example: Alice is thought to be a pathological liar because she never tells the truth.
compel /kəmˈpel/
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verb
definition: to make someone do something by the use of physical, moral or mental pressure
example: At school, teachers compel us to wear uniforms, which I hate.
imperative /ɪmˈperətɪv/
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adjective
definition: extremely important or urgent
example: It is imperative that these medical supplies are delivered immediately.
contradict /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkt/
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verb
definition: to say the opposite or to disagree with what someone says is true
example: He couldn’t contradict his parents’ decision.
stammer /ˈstæmər/
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verb
definition: to speak with many pauses and repetitions because you have a speech problem or because you are very nervous or frightened
example: He stammers due to his nerves.
fidget /ˈfɪdʒɪt/
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verb
definition: to make a lot of movements because you are nervous or bored; to move or act in a restless way
example: I usually fidget when I feel irritated.
pale /peɪl/
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adjective
definition: having a skin color that is closer to white than is usual or normal
example: My face becomes pale every time I see my stepmother.
fishy /ˈfɪʃi/
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adjective
definition: causing doubt or suspicion; likely to be bad, untrue or dishonest
example: There is something fishy going on between the boss and his secretary.
inconsistent /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/
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adjective
definition: not always acting or behaving in the same way or producing the same results
example: These findings are inconsistent compared to previous studies.
sarcasm /ˈsɑːkæzəm/
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noun
definition: the use of words that normally mean one thing to mean just the opposite, usually to hurt someone's feelings or show scorn
example: She's so good at giving sarcasm that sometimes makes people believe what she says.
instinct /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/
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noun
definition: a way of behaving, thinking or feeling that is not learned; a natural ability that makes you act in a particular way
example: He lacked the instinct for quick action.
rely on /rɪˈlaɪ ɒn/
phrasal verb
definition: to trust in or depend on
example: You can’t rely on good weather for the whole trip.
accuse /əˈkjuːz/
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verb
definition: to say that someone has done something wrong or committed a crime
example: The people accused the mayor of theft.
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avoid /əˈvɔɪd/
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verb
definition: to prevent the occurrence of something bad or unpleasant; to stay away from something or someone
example: I try to avoid going shopping on Saturdays because the stores are so crowded.
approach /əˈproʊtʃ/
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noun
definition: a way of dealing with something; a way of doing or thinking about something
example: We have our own approach in dealing with our problems.
benefit /ˈbɛnəfɪt/
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verb
definition: to be helpful or useful to someone or something
example: Starting to pay your insurance now will benefit you in the future.
blame /bleɪm/
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verb
definition: to say or think that a person or thing is responsible for something bad that has happened
example: She blames her parents for their poor life.
technique /tekˈnik/
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noun
definition: a way of doing something by using special knowledge or skill
example: There is a new surgical technique being developed.
interrupt /ɪnˈterʌpt/
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verb
definition: to do or say something that causes someone to stop talking
example: The prosecutor interrupted the witness while he was speaking in court.
resolve /rɪˈzɒlv, rɪˈzɔːlv/
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verb
definition: to find an answer or solution to something
example: The couple is trying to resolve their differences.
negotiate /nɪˈɡəʊʃieɪt/
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verb
definition: to discuss something formally in order to make an agreement
example: We want to negotiate a settlement that is fair to both sides.
merge /mɜːrdʒ/
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verb
definition: to cause two things or more, such as companies, to come together and become one
example: Kia will merge with Hyundai to avoid bankruptcy.
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