Unit 7 - Vocabulary

(of a business) providing benefits or valuable returns

The new marketing strategy proved highly profitable, increasing the company's revenue by 20% in just six months.

the action or process of causing significant damage to something, rendering it unable to exist or continue in its normal state

The hurricane's destruction of the coastal town left many homes in ruins.

in a way that breaks or goes against the law

He was arrested for illegally downloading copyrighted music.

the act or instance of going missing, often without explanation or a trace left behind

The disappearance of the plane remains unsolved after many years.

unable to survive, succeed, or stay healthy without someone or something

The success of the project was highly dependent on the team's ability to collaborate effectively.

to give special attention or importance to something

Throughout her campaign speech, the candidate emphasized her plans for improving education and healthcare if elected.

in the time following a specific action, moment, or event

She completed her work, and afterward, she went for a walk.

the process of transferring ownership and control of privately owned assets or industries to the government

the fact that the cultures and economic systems around the world are becoming connected and similar as a result of improvement in communications and development of multinational corporations

Globalization has led to an increase in international trade and economic cooperation.

the act or process of gathering or putting together various items, such as information, into a single collection

The compilation of research papers involved gathering data from multiple sources and organizing them into a comprehensive report.

the feeling of pleasure that someone experiences from an activity, a thing or a situation

He found great enjoyment in playing the piano every evening.

the act of subjecting someone to repeated and unwanted attacks, criticism, or other forms of harmful behavior

She reported her coworker for repeated harassment in the office.

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

She looks forward to traveling during her retirement.

an action that is caring, kind, or helpful

Her kindness was evident when she volunteered at the animal shelter every weekend.

a state of lacking substance or content, usually referring to a space or container that is completely without any material or matter

the feeling of being sad and not happy

She couldn't hide the sadness in her eyes after hearing the news of her grandmother's passing.

a state of being no longer needed or useful, often due to the existence of a duplicate or replacement

The document was filled with redundancy, repeating the same points multiple times.

the state or quality of being without any errors

a mental disposition or attitude that favors one option over others

She has a tendency to overthink even the smallest decisions.

someone who illegally enters a place in order to steal something

The burglar broke into the house through the back door while the family was asleep upstairs.

a person who operates an aircraft

The experienced aviator navigated through turbulent weather with ease.

a person or thing that provides motivation or encouragement to someone to complete a task, achieve a goal, or make a positive change

a person who helps someone in their work

He is the assistant manager at the local grocery store.

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

The two opponents faced off in the final match of the tennis tournament.

a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise

(biology) a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

The biologist spent years researching the behavior of dolphins in the wild to better understand their social structures.

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

The psychologist counseled patients struggling with anxiety and depression.

a person, often a man, who is appointed or elected to speak on behalf of a group or organization

The spokesman addressed the press regarding the company's new policy.

a woman who does business activities like running a company or participating in trade

Being a business woman and a mother is not easy, but she handles it with grace.

a man working in a hotel, building, etc. who lets visitors in and helps them find a taxi

The doorman greeted each guest with a warm smile as they arrived at the hotel, offering assistance with their luggage.

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

The coach's pep talk was meant to motivate the team before the championship game.

to attract someone by being irresistibly appealing

The enchanting melody of the music captivated everyone in the room.

to allow something one dislikes, especially certain behavior or conditions, without interference or complaint

She tolerates the inconveniences of public transportation without complaining.

to use satire in order to criticize or ridicule a system, person, etc.

to make something easier or less complex to understand, do, etc.

The teacher simplified the math problem to help the students grasp the concept.

to make something clear and easy to understand by explaining it more

The professor clarified the complex concept by giving real-life examples.

to make a statement as a witness in court saying something is true

Witnesses are called to testify about what they saw during the accident.

to make something brighter or clearer in color

Adding a white paint can lighten the color of the walls and make the room appear larger.

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the impact of climate change on the planet.

to expand or enlarge the size or dimensions of something

The city council plans to broaden the sidewalks downtown to accommodate more pedestrians.

a book that provides instructions or guidance for operating, maintaining, repairing, or assembling a product or system

(of a method, idea, or plan) likely to be successful or effective

The engineer proposed a practical solution to the problem.

displaying an exceptional level of excellence

The phenomenal success of the movie was evident in its record-breaking box office numbers.

showing respect to what other people say or do even when one disagrees with them

The tolerant teacher encouraged open discussions in the classroom, fostering an environment where students felt free to express diverse viewpoints without fear of judgment.

needing immediate action or attention

The patient's condition is urgent, and they need to see a doctor right away.

unable to get undone, removed, or reversed

The ink from the pen left a permanent mark on the page, making it impossible to edit.

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

She's so selfish; she never considers how her actions affect others.

behaving in a way that is immature or typical of a child

Instead of resolving their issues maturely, they resorted to childish name-calling and insults.

to rub the surface of something, often using a brush or a piece of cloth, to make it bright, smooth, and shiny

The jeweler polished the silver necklace to a high shine.

(of a person) having a positive attitude and believing that good things are likely to happen

The young artist felt hopeful after receiving positive feedback on her latest work.

to perceive or portray something as being better or more perfect than it actually is

Romantic movies often idealize relationships, setting unrealistic expectations.

to describe the qualities of someone or something in a certain manner

The historian characterized the Renaissance period as a time of cultural rebirth and artistic innovation.