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autonomy |
noun The ability to make your own decisions without being controlled by anyone else.
The universities want to preserve their autonomy from central government. |
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autocracy |
noun government which a single person or small group has unlimited power or authority, or a country or society that has this form of government.
The country is an autocracy that is controlled solely by a member of the royal family.
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autonomous |
Adjective Independent and having the power to make your own decisions自主的
The country is divided into 17 autonomous regions. |
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Colloquial |
adjective (of words and expressions) informal and more suitable for use in speech than in writing:
The poems have a variety of voices and characters, which give them their great colloquial bite. |
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Therapeutic |
Adjective relating to the curing of a disease or medical condition:
They found his blood contained the drug at a level that you might expect in an overdose, far exceeding a therapeutic dose. |
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clause |
Noun A clause is a group of words that includes a subject and a verb. We use clauses to form sentences or parts of sentences. for example I'll get you some stamps if I go to town", "if I go to town" is a subordinate/dependent clause (= it is not as important as the main part of the sentence and could not exist as a separate sentence). |
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external |
Adjective From the outside(opposite of internal)
This cream is for external use only (= it must not be put inside the body). |
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esteem |
Noun respect for or a good opinion of someone:
There has been a drop in public esteem for teachers. Because of their achievements they were held in (= given) (high) esteem. |
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accumulate |
Verb to gradually increase / collect in number or amount: We've accumulated so much rubbish over the years. A thick layer of dust had accumulated in the room. |
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Proposition |
Noun Noun for propose an offer or suggestion, usually in business:
He wrote to me last week regarding a business proposition he thought might interest me. I've put my proposition to the company director for his consideration. |
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inconsequential |
Adjective not important; able to be ignored:
Most of what she said was pretty inconsequential. |
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non-starter |
noun An idea, plan, or person with no chance of success:
The proposal was a non-starter from the beginning because there was no possibility of funding. |
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non-starter |
noun An idea, plan, or person with no chance of success:
The proposal was a non-starter from the beginning because there was no possibility of funding. |
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non-drip |
Noun (plant) specially formulated so that it does not drip or run when wet.
Now you have a delicious non drip peanut butter and jelly sandwich! |
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non-profit |
Not intended to make a profit, but to make money for a social or political purpose or to provide a service that people need:
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to protect ocean mammals. |
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non-profit |
Not intended to make a profit, but to make money for a social or political purpose or to provide a service that people need:
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to protect ocean mammals. |
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consequently |
Adverb As a result:
I spent most of my money in the first week and consequently had very little to eat by the end of the holiday. |
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non-profit |
Not intended to make a profit, but to make money for a social or political purpose or to provide a service that people need:
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to protect ocean mammals. |
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consequently |
Adverb As a result:
I spent most of my money in the first week and consequently had very little to eat by the end of the holiday. |
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Dependency |
Noun Noun for depend A situation in which you need something or someone and are unable to continue normally without them:
We need to reduce our dependency on fossil fuels. Many of the people who come to the clinic have drug or alcohol dependencies. |
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Conscience |
noun A person's moral sense of right and wrong, viewed as acting as a guide to one's behaviour.
My conscience would really bother me if I wore a fur coat. I have a guilty conscience for spending so little time with my kids. |
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Conscience |
noun A person's moral sense of right and wrong, viewed as acting as a guide to one's behaviour.
My conscience would really bother me if I wore a fur coat. I have a guilty conscience for spending so little time with my kids. |
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Complementary |
Adjective Different but useful or attractive when used together:
The complementary skills among the three players created an effective team.
The carpet is deep gold, with the walls painted a complementary shade of yellow.
The easiest way to remember the difference is that complementary often involves something that completes something else, and complete also starts with c-o-m-p-l-e. On the other hand, you can remember that complimentary is spelled with an i because compliments are something that I like to get (and give). Nice shirt, by the way.
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The easiest way to remember the difference is that complementary often involves something that completes something else, and complete also starts with c-o-m-p-l-e. On the other hand, you can remember that complimentary is spelled with an i because compliments are something that I like to get (and give). Nice shirt, by the way.
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Complimentary |
Adjective praising or expressing admiration for someone:
The reviews of his latest film have been highly complimentary. She wasn't very complimentary about your performance, was she?
The easiest way to remember the difference is that complementary often involves something that completes something else, and complete also starts with c-o-m-p-l-e. On the other hand, you can remember that complimentary is spelled with an i because compliments are something that I like to get (and give). Nice shirt, by the way.
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Corrosion |
Noun The process of corroding, or metal that has been corroded(become rusty)
There was a lot of corrosion on the bottom of the car. We are witnessing the corrosion of moral standards within our society. |
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fusion |
Noun Fusion is also the technique of joining atoms in a reaction that produces energy:
nuclear fusion |
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indefinite |
Adjective Not exact, not clear, or without clear limits:
The project has been postponed for an indefinite period. |
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indecisive |
Adjective not good at making decisions, always hesitate.
He is widely thought to be an indecisive leader. |
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Longevity |
Noun Living for a long period of time.
For longevity in car design, you really need to keep it simple.
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Longevity |
Noun Living for a long period of time.
For longevity in car design, you really need to keep it simple.
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Opposition |
Noun Disagreement with something, often by speaking or fighting against it, or (esp. in politics) the people or group who are not in power:
The proposal faces strong opposition. They expect to defeat the opposition. |
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Contraption |
Noun a machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated, and often badly made or unsafe.
A strange little bike that you built yourself to get you from place to place that looks as if it is going to fall apart at any minute is an example of a contraption.
It is the kind of contraption which was admirable and something of a wonder 50 years ago, when used for carrying private horse carriages. |
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Contraption |
Noun a machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated, and often badly made or unsafe.
A strange little bike that you built yourself to get you from place to place that looks as if it is going to fall apart at any minute is an example of a contraption.
It is the kind of contraption which was admirable and something of a wonder 50 years ago, when used for carrying private horse carriages. |
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Exert |
Verb To use something such as authority, power, influence, etc. in order to make something happen:
If you were to exert your influence they might change their decision. Some managers exert considerable pressure on their staff to work extra hours without being paid. |
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Contraption |
Noun a machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated, and often badly made or unsafe.
A strange little bike that you built yourself to get you from place to place that looks as if it is going to fall apart at any minute is an example of a contraption.
It is the kind of contraption which was admirable and something of a wonder 50 years ago, when used for carrying private horse carriages. |
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Exert |
Verb To use something such as authority, power, influence, etc. in order to make something happen:
If you were to exert your influence they might change their decision. Some managers exert considerable pressure on their staff to work extra hours without being paid. |
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Misconstrue |
Verb to form a false understanding of the meaning or intention of something that someone does or says:
She said Harris had misconstrued her comments. Their caution was misconstrued as cowardice. |
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Sceptical |
Adjective Doubting that something is true or useful:
Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claims. I'm a bit sceptical about his chances of success. |
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Sceptical |
Adjective Doubting that something is true or useful:
Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claims. I'm a bit sceptical about his chances of success. |
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Incorporate |
Verb to include something as part of something larger:
Suggestions from the survey have been incorporated into the final design. This aircraft incorporates several new safety features. |
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Sceptical |
Adjective Doubting that something is true or useful:
Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claims. I'm a bit sceptical about his chances of success. |
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Incorporate |
Verb to include something as part of something larger:
Suggestions from the survey have been incorporated into the final design. This aircraft incorporates several new safety features. |
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punctual |
Adjective On time, not late:
A punctual start to the meeting He's fairly punctual (= he usually arrives on time). |
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Negligent |
Adjective Not being careful or giving enough attention to people or things that are your responsibility:
The judge said that the teacher had been negligent in allowing the children to swim in dangerous water. |
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Insanity |
Noun of insane The condition of being seriously mentally ill:
He was found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. |
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Admission |
Noun 1) The act of agreeing that something is true, especially unwillingly Her silence was taken as an admission of guilt/defeat.
2) The act or process of accepting someone as a patient at a hospital or as a student at a school, college, etc.: This was my third admission to hospital in a year. |
1) The act of agreeing that something is true, especially unwillingly |
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Transmission |
Noun of transmit the process of sending something, for example gas, electricity, or signal from one place to another:
We apologize for the interruption to our electricity transmissions this afternoon. |
the process of sending something, for example gas, electricity, or signal from one place to another |
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Unity |
Noun of unite The state of being joined together or in agreement:
Despite its public show of unity, the royal family had its share of disagreements just like any other.
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Unify |
Verb to bring separate parts of something together so that they are one:
With his speech, the president attempted to unify the country. |
to bring separate parts of something together so that they are one |
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Unitary |
A unitary country or organization is one in which two or more areas or groups have joined together, have the same aims, and are controlled by a single government.
An example of something unitary is the government of the United Kingdom, multiple counties with one government. |
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Unilateral |
Adjective Done independently by one group or country:
Too often, my husband makes unilateral decisions without seeking my advice. |
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Litany |
Noun A long list spoken or given to someone, esp. to someone who has heard or seen it before or finds it boring:
She had to hear once again his litany of complaints over how badly he was treated. |
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Malt |
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Malt |
grain, usually barley, that has been left in water until it starts to grow and is then dried. It is used in the making of alcoholic drinks such as beer and whisky |
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Molecule |
The smallest unit into which a substance can be divided without chemical change, usually a group of two or more atoms. |
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Query |
Noun A question, often expressing doubt about something or looking for an answer from an authority:
If you have any queries about your treatment, the doctor will answer them. |
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Jettison |
Verb to discard something or someone that is not wanted or needed:
We've had to jettison our trip because of David's accident. The captain was forced to jettison the cargo and make an emergency landing. |
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devotion |
Noun Loyalty and love
He is a teacher who inspires respect and devotion from his students. |
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devotion |
Noun Loyalty and love
He is a teacher who inspires respect and devotion from his students. |
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Alternative |
Adjective Something that is different, especially from what is usual.
Without alternative plan, we have to stay in the hotel for the rest of the day.
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subside |
Verb Become less intense, violent, or severe.
"I'll wait a few minutes until the storm subsides" |
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Prevalence |
Noun
The fact that something is very common or happens often:
Doctors are seeing an increase in the prevalence of obesity.
The prevalence of the disease is higher in some families. |
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Prevalence |
Noun
The fact that something is very common or happens often:
Doctors are seeing an increase in the prevalence of obesity.
The prevalence of the disease is higher in some families. |
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Waive |
Verb To not demand something you have a right to or not cause a rule to be obeyed:
The bank waived the charge, because the mistake was their fault. |
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Optimist |
Noun Someone who always believes that good things will happen:
She's a born optimist (= someone who has always been optimistic). |
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Sought |
Verb Past tense of seek Sought-after Adjective wanted by many people and usually of high quality or rare:
At the age of 17 she is already one of Hollywood's most sought-after actresses.
Diamonds are highly sought after for their beauty and value |
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