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prestigious
“Prestigious” means having a high status, respect, or admiration due to excellence, reputation, or achievements.
For example:
• “Harvard is a prestigious university.” (It is well-respected and highly regarded.)
• “She won a prestigious award for her research.” (The award is highly esteemed.)
Involuntary
“Involuntary” means something done without conscious control or choice. It can refer to actions, reactions, or situations that happen automatically or against one’s will.
For example:
• “Sneezing is an involuntary reaction.” (It happens automatically, without control.)
• “He gave an involuntary shudder when he heard the noise.” (The shudder happened without him intending it.)
fraudulence
“Fraudulence” refers to the act of deceiving or cheating someone, especially for financial or personal gain. It involves dishonesty, trickery, or illegal activities intended to mislead others.
For example:
• “The company was accused of fraudulence after faking its financial reports.”
• “His fraudulence was exposed when customers realized the product was a scam.”
imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome is a psychological pattern where a person doubts their abilities, skills, or achievements and has a persistent fear of being exposed as a “fraud,” even when they are actually competent or successful. People with imposter syndrome often feel like they don’t deserve their success and attribute it to luck rather than their own efforts.
For example:
• “Even after getting promoted, she struggled with imposter syndrome, feeling like she wasn’t truly qualified for the role.”
imposter
An imposter is someone who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, usually for personal gain or advantage. It can refer to a person faking their identity, skills, or qualifications.
For example:
• “The police arrested an imposter who had been pretending to be a doctor.”
• “He felt like an imposter at work, even though he was highly skilled and qualified.”
faculty
The word faculty has multiple meanings depending on the context:
1. Teachers or academic staff – It refers to the professors, instructors, and other teaching staff at a school, college, or university.
• “The university’s faculty includes some of the top researchers in the field.”
• “She joined the faculty as a mathematics professor.”
2. A department or division within a university – In some education systems, a faculty is a group of related academic departments.
• “He is studying in the Faculty of Engineering.”
• “The Faculty of Medicine is known for its research programs.”
pervasive
Pervasive means spreading widely throughout an area, group, or system, often in a way that is difficult to avoid or control. It can describe both positive and negative things.
For example:
• “Technology has become pervasive in modern society.” (Technology is everywhere and influences many aspects of life.)
• “A pervasive sense of fear spread through the city after the earthquake.” (Fear affected many people.)
prevalent
Prevalent means widespread or commonly found in a particular area, time, or among a certain group of people. It describes something that is frequent or dominant.
For example:
• “Smartphones are prevalent among teenagers.” (Many teenagers use smartphones.)
• “Flu cases are more prevalent in winter.” (Flu is common during that season.)
disproportionately
Disproportionately means to an extent that is out of balance, excessive, or unequal compared to something else. It describes a situation where something is too large or too small in relation to what is expected or fair.
For example:
• “The pandemic disproportionately affected low-income communities.” (It had a much greater impact on them compared to others.)
• “Women are disproportionately underrepresented in leadership positions.” (There are far fewer women in leadership than expected.)
self-esteem
Self-esteem refers to a person’s overall sense of self-worth or confidence in their abilities and value. It can be high (positive self-image) or low (negative self-image).
For example:
• “Regular exercise can help improve self-esteem.” (It boosts confidence and self-worth.)
• “She struggles with low self-esteem and often doubts herself.” (She lacks confidence.)
spiral
The word spiral can have different meanings depending on the context:
1. Shape – A spiral is a curve that begins at a central point and gradually moves outward in a circular or winding pattern.
• “The staircase had a spiral design.” (It twists around as it goes up or down.)
2. A continuous worsening or improvement – It can refer to a situation that either gets worse or better in a continuous, often escalating manner.
• “The company’s financial situation began to spiral out of control.” (The situation worsened quickly.)
accolades
Accolades refer to praise, recognition, or awards given for someone’s achievements or accomplishments. They are expressions of admiration or approval.
For example:
• “She received numerous accolades for her groundbreaking research.”
• “The actor was showered with accolades after his outstanding performance in the film.”
pluralistic ignorance
Pluralistic ignorance refers to a psychological phenomenon where people mistakenly believe that their own thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are different from those of others, even though they are actually quite similar. As a result, individuals may not take action or express their true feelings because they assume everyone else feels or thinks differently.
This often happens in group settings, where people look to others for cues on how to behave, but everyone is uncertain or unsure, leading to inaction.
susceptible
Susceptible refers to being easily influenced, affected, or harmed by something. It can describe vulnerability to certain conditions, emotions, or external factors.
For example:
• “Young children are more susceptible to illnesses because their immune systems are still developing.”
• “He is susceptible to flattery and often makes decisions based on compliments.”
peer
Peer has a few different meanings depending on the context:
1. A person of the same age, status, or ability – Often used in social or academic settings.
• “Students learn better when working with their peers.” (Other students of the same age or level.)
2. To look closely or with difficulty – Used as a verb.
• “She peered through the window to see what was happening outside.” (Looked carefully or with effort.)
surefire
Surefire means guaranteed to succeed or be effective. It describes something that is certain to produce a desired result.
For example:
• “Studying every day is a surefire way to improve your English.” (Guaranteed to be effective.)
• “This recipe is a surefire hit at any party.” (It will definitely be popular.)
heuristic
Heuristic refers to a practical approach to problem-solving or learning that relies on experience, trial and error, or shortcuts rather than a guaranteed, step-by-step method. It’s often used when finding an exact solution is too complex or time-consuming.
Examples:
• “In programming, a heuristic algorithm can provide a good enough solution quickly, even if it’s not perfect.”
