B10 U7 Learning Flashcards
education
> wf
educate (v)
/ˈedjʊkeɪt/
> It’s important to educate ourselves about climate change.
education (n)
> Education is the key to unlocking opportunities.
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educator (n)
/ˈedjʊkeɪtə/
. a person who educates, namely, a teacher.
educationalist (n)
. a person who is an expert in the field of education, who studies and understands the theories, principles and practices of education
educationist (n)
. an expert in the theory of education, whether as a researcher, policy maker, or practitioner
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(un)educated (a)
/ˈedjʊkeɪtɪd/
> She is highly educated, holding multiple advanced degrees in engineering and mathematics.
> Due to limited access to schooling, many people in rural areas remain uneducated about basic health practices.
> I hate the uneducated and the ignorant.
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educational (a)
> the educational development of children
> That won’t be the only educational legislation.
> educational games
> educational TV programs
> educational activities
educationally (adv)
> The workshop was designed educationally to provide practical skills to participants.
educative (a)
/ˈedjʊkətɪv/
. something that is educative teaches you something even if it wasn’t designed specifically for that purpose.
(>< educational - designed for education)
> The museum visit was a very educative experience.
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(in)educable (a)
> At that time, deaf children were not considered educable.
> Some children with severe learning disabilities may be considered ineducable by traditional standards.
virtual
/ˈvɜːtʃuəl/
> wf
virtual (a)
. made, done, seen etc on the Internet or on a computer, rather than in the real world
> The website allows you to take a virtual tour of the art gallery.
> The pandemic forced schools to switch to virtual classrooms.
virtually (adv)
> Professors can help students virtually by communicating over the Internet.
access
> wf
access st (v)
/ˈækses/
> Students need a valid ID card to access the library after hours.
access to st (n)
. the right to enter a place, use something, see someone etc
> The library provides access to a wide range of books and resources.
> Cats should always have access to fresh, clean water.
(in)accessible to sb (a)
/əkˈsesəbəl/
. is easy to reach or get into
> The island is only accessible by boat.
. easy to obtain or use
> Computers should be made readily accessible to teachers and pupils.
. someone who is accessible is easy to meet and talk to, even if they are very important or powerful
> I think that you’ll find she’s very accessible.
(in)accessibility (n)
> The new building design prioritizes accessibility , with ramps and elevators for wheelchair users.
> The mountain’s peak was known for its inaccessibility due to harsh weather conditions.
(in)accessibly (adv)
> The presentation was delivered accessibly , with plain language and visual aids to aid understanding.
exist
> wf
exist (v)
> Do you think ghosts really exist?
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(non)existent (a)
> His enthusiasm for the project was barely existent.
> In some remote areas, access to healthcare is almost non-existent.
existing (a)
> The existing building is too small, and there are plans to replace it within the next five years.
> Existing customers will receive a special discount on their next purchase.
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(non)existence (n)
> Despite extensive searching, evidence of the creature’s existence remained in a state of non-existence.
> She doubted the existence of supernatural beings.
imagine
> wf
imagine (v)
> Close your eyes and imagine yourself on a tropical beach.
imagination (n)
/ɪˌmædʒəˈneɪʃən/
> She’s a lively child, with a good imagination.
> His paintings show great imagination.
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unimagined (a)
. hasn’t been imagined before
> The success of the project brought about unimagined benefits for the community.
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imaginable (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənəbəl/
. used to emphasize that something is the best, worst etc that can be imagined
> We had the best vacation imaginable.
. used to emphasize that something includes every possible example of something
> Doctors have tried every imaginable treatment for her skin disease.
unimaginable (a)
. not possible to imagine
> The wealth of the billionaire was unimaginable to those living in poverty.
> The loss of her loved one brought her unimaginable pain.
unimaginably (adv)
> Imaginably, the outcome could have been different if different choices were made.
> The scale of destruction caused by the earthquake was unimaginably vast.
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imaginary (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənəri
> As a child, she had an imaginary friend who accompanied her everywhere.
imaginarily (adv)
> In his imaginarily constructed universe, gravity behaves in reverse, causing objects to float upward.
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(un)imaginative (a)
/ɪˈmædʒənətɪv/
> She had an imaginative approach to problem-solving, always thinking outside the box.
> His writing style was criticized as dry and unimaginative.
imaginatively (adv)
> The artist expressed herself imaginatively through her unique paintings.
mix
> wf
mix (v)
. mix st with st
> He mixed the blue paint with the yellow to create a vibrant shade of green.
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mix (n)
. This emphasizes the individual ingredients and suggests they might not be completely blended
> The cocktail was a delicious mix of flavors, blending sweet and sour notes perfectly.
mixture (n)
. a combination of substances
> The cake batter was a perfect mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.
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mixer (n)
> She used the mixer to blend the ingredients into a smooth mixture.
capture
> wf
capture (v)
> The photographer tried to capture the beauty of the landscape in her photographs
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capture (n)
. when you catch someone in order to make them a prisoner
> The two soldiers somehow managed to avoid capture.
captivity (n)
/kæpˈtɪvəti/
. This refers to the state of being held prisoner
. in captivity
> The captivity of wild animals in zoos is a topic of debate among conservationists.
> Wild animals often don’t thrive in captivity.
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captive (a)
/ˈkæptɪv/
. kept in prison or in a place that you are not allowed to leave
> The captive dolphin performed tricks for the audience at the marine park.
captive (n)
/ˈkæptɪv/
. someone who is kept as a prisoner, especially in a war
> All the captives were kept in a darkened room with their hands tied.
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captivating (a)
/ˈkæptəveɪtɪŋ/
. very attractive and interesting, in a way that holds your attention
> The novel’s captivating plot kept readers eagerly turning pages.
concentrate
> wf
concentrate on st (v)
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/
> She needed to concentrate on her studies to prepare for the exam.
concentration on st (n)
/ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən/
> With deep concentration on the music, she played the piano with precision.
concentrated (a)
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪtɪd/
. showing a lot of effort or determination
> He made a concentrated effort to improve his work.
interact
> wf
interact with sb/st (v)
/ˌɪntərˈækt/
> Students are encouraged to interact with their peers during group projects.
interaction (n)
> The interaction between the characters in the play was captivating.
interactive (a)
> Our school encourages interactive teaching methods.
interactively (adv)
> The educational app encourages children to learn interactively through games and puzzles.
explore
> wf
explore (v)
> They decided to explore the forest, eager to discover its hidden treasures.
exploration (n)
/ˌekspləˈreɪʃən/
> The exploration of the underwater cave was both thrilling and dangerous.
explorer (n)
> The famous explorer discovered new lands across the ocean.
exploratory (a)
/ɪkˈsplɒrətəri/
> He’s going to have exploratory surgery on his knee.
> The exploratory trip discovers new paths in the wilderness.
unexplored (a)
> The vast desert remains largely unexplored, holding mysteries yet to be uncovered.
benefit
> wf
benefit (n)
/ˈbenəfɪt/
> The charity event raised funds for the benefit of the local community.
> bring benefit to st/sb
benefit (v)
> Attending workshops can benefit your professional development.
> benefit from st
beneficiary (n)
/ˌbenəˈfɪʃəri/
. someone who gets advantages from an action or change
> As the beneficiary of her grandmother’s will, she inherited the family estate.
beneficial (a)
/ˌbenɪˈfɪʃəl/
> Regular exercise has many beneficial effects on physical health.
beneficially (adv)
> The new policy will beneficially impact employees’ work-life balance.
sympathy
> wf
sympathize (v)
/ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/
> I sympathize with your situation and understand what you’re going through.
sympathy (n)
/ˈsɪmpəθi/
. the feeling of being sorry for someone who is in a bad situation
> She expressed sympathy for her friend who had lost a loved one.
sympathizer (n)
. supporter
> As a sympathizer of the cause, he attended the protest march.
(un)sympathetic (a)
/ˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk/
> My friends were very sympathetic when I lost my job.
> His unsympathetic response to her struggles left her feeling unsupported.
sympathetically (adv)
> The teacher listened sympathetically to the student’s concerns about the assignment.
communicate
> wf
communicate to/with sb (v)
> She struggled to communicate her feelings to her partner, leading to misunderstandings.
communication (n)
> Effective communication is key to building strong relationships.
communicator (n)
> He was known as a skilled communicator, able to convey his ideas clearly.
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(un)communicative (a)
. able to talk easily to other people
> His uncommunicative nature made it difficult for others to understand his thoughts and feelings.
. relating to the ability to communicate, especially in a foreign language
> students’ communicative skills
communicatively (adv)
> The therapist worked communicatively with the client to address their issues.
> The team collaborated communicatively, exchanging ideas and feedback to improve their project.
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communicable (a)
> able to be given from one person to another
> The disease is highly communicable, spreading easily from person to person.
