Most Academic Words (Part8)

1. Highlighted Definition: Emphasized or made more noticeable. Sentence: The report highlighted the key issues. Synonyms: Emphasized, stressed, accentuated. Word Family: Highlight (verb), Highlighting (noun). 2. Eventually Definition: In the end, after a period of time. Sentence: Eventually, they reached an agreement. Synonyms: Finally, ultimately, in the end. 3. Inspection Definition: The act of carefully examining something. Sentence: The building passed the safety inspection. Synonyms: Examination, review, check. Word Family: Inspect (verb), Inspector (noun). 4. Termination Definition: The act of ending something. Sentence: His contract faced early termination. Synonyms: Conclusion, end, cessation. Word Family: Terminate (verb), Terminal (adjective). 5. Displacement Definition: The process of moving something from its usual position. Sentence: The war caused massive displacement. Synonyms: Removal, relocation, shift. Word Family: Displace (verb), Displaced (adjective). 6. Arbitrary Definition: Based on random choice rather than reason. Sentence: The rules seemed arbitrary and unfair. Synonyms: Random, capricious, inconsistent. Word Family: Arbitrarily (adverb), Arbitrariness (noun). 7. Reinforced Definition: Strengthened or supported. Sentence: The walls were reinforced with steel. Synonyms: Strengthened, supported, fortified. Word Family: Reinforce (verb), Reinforcement (noun). 8. Denote Definition: To indicate or represent something. Sentence: A red light denotes danger. Synonyms: Indicate, signify, represent. Word Family: Denotation (noun), Denoted (adjective). 9. Offset Definition: To balance out or compensate for something. Sentence: The gains offset the losses. Synonyms: Balance, counteract, compensate. 10. Exploitation Definition: The unfair use of someone or something for benefit. Sentence: Labor exploitation is a serious issue. Synonyms: Abuse, misuse, manipulation. Word Family: Exploit (verb), Exploitative (adjective). 11. Detected Definition: Discovered or noticed something. Sentence: The system detected an error. Synonyms: Identified, observed, noticed. Word Family: Detect (verb), Detection (noun). 12. Abandon Definition: To leave behind or give up completely. Sentence: They had to abandon the project. Synonyms: Desert, leave, forsake. Word Family: Abandoned (adjective), Abandonment (noun). 13. Random Definition: Without a clear pattern or plan. Sentence: The winner was chosen at random. Synonyms: Arbitrary, unpredictable, haphazard. 14. Revision Definition: The process of changing or improving something. Sentence: The essay needs revision. Synonyms: Correction, modification, update. Word Family: Revise (verb), Revised (adjective). 15. Virtually Definition: Almost or nearly. Sentence: The task is virtually impossible. Synonyms: Nearly, almost, practically. 16. Uniform Definition: The same in form or appearance. Sentence: The rules were applied in a uniform manner. Synonyms: Consistent, unchanging, standardized. Word Family: Uniformity (noun), Uniformly (adverb). 17. Predominantly Definition: Mainly or mostly. Sentence: The audience was predominantly young. Synonyms: Mainly, chiefly, primarily. 18. Thereby Definition: As a result of that action. Sentence: She failed the exam, thereby losing the scholarship. Synonyms: Thus, hence, as a result. 19. Implicit Definition: Implied but not directly stated. Sentence: There was an implicit agreement. Synonyms: Unspoken, implied, indirect. Word Family: Imply (verb), Implication (noun). 20. Tension Definition: Mental or emotional strain. Sentence: There was tension in the room. Synonyms: Stress, pressure, strain. 21. Ambiguous Definition: Open to more than one interpretation. Sentence: His answer was ambiguous. Synonyms: Vague, unclear, equivocal. Word Family: Ambiguity (noun), Ambiguously (adverb). 22. Vehicle Definition: A means of transporting people or things. Sentence: The vehicle broke down on the highway. Synonyms: Car, automobile, transport. 23. Clarify Definition: To make something clear or easier to understand. Sentence: Could you clarify your point? Synonyms: Explain, simplify, illuminate. Word Family: Clarification (noun), Clarified (adjective). 24. Contemporary Definition: Belonging to the present time. Sentence: The artwork is contemporary. Synonyms: Modern, current, up-to-date. 25. Automatically Definition: Without conscious thought or effort. Sentence: The door locks automatically. Synonyms: Instantly, spontaneously, mechanically. 26. Accumulation Definition: The process of gathering or collecting. Sentence: The accumulation of data took weeks. Synonyms: Collection, buildup, gathering. Word Family: Accumulate (verb), Accumulated (adjective). 27. Appendix Definition: Additional material at the end of a document. Sentence: Check the appendix for further details. Synonyms: Supplement, attachment, addendum. 28. Widespread Definition: Existing over a large area. Sentence: The disease is widespread. Synonyms: Extensive, prevalent, common. 29. Infrastructure Definition: The basic physical systems of a society. Sentence: The city invested in its infrastructure. Synonyms: Framework, foundation, system. 30. Deviation Definition: A difference from the usual or expected course. Sentence: Any deviation from the plan must be reported. Synonyms: Divergence, variation, departure. 31. Fluctuations Definition: Changes or variations in level, strength, or value. Sentence: The stock market experiences daily fluctuations. Synonyms: Variations, shifts, changes. Word Family: Fluctuate (verb), Fluctuated (adjective). 32. Restore Definition: To bring back to a previous condition or state. Sentence: The museum restored the ancient painting. Synonyms: Repair, reinstate, refurbish. Word Family: Restoration (noun), Restored (adjective). 33. Guidelines Definition: Rules or instructions to help direct behavior or actions. Sentence: Please follow the safety guidelines. Synonyms: Instructions, rules, recommendations. 34. Commodity Definition: A basic good or material that can be bought and sold. Sentence: Oil is a valuable commodity worldwide. Synonyms: Product, item, resource. 35. Minimizes Definition: Reduces to the smallest possible amount. Sentence: Using public transport minimizes pollution. Synonyms: Reduce, lessen, diminish. Word Family: Minimize (verb), Minimal (adjective). 36. Practitioners Definition: People actively engaged in a profession. Sentence: Medical practitioners must follow ethical guidelines. Synonyms: Professionals, specialists, experts. Word Family: Practice (noun/verb). 37. Radical Definition: Relating to great or extreme change. Sentence: The new policy suggests radical reform. Synonyms: Extreme, revolutionary, fundamental. Word Family: Radicalize (verb), Radicalism (noun). 38. Plus Definition: In addition to; more. Sentence: You need two years of experience plus a degree. Synonyms: Additionally, also, and. 39. Visual Definition: Related to seeing or sight. Sentence: Diagrams are a useful visual aid. Synonyms: Pictorial, graphic, optical. Word Family: Vision (noun), Visualize (verb). 40. Chart Definition: A visual representation of data. Sentence: The chart displays the monthly sales. Synonyms: Graph, diagram, table. 41. Induced Definition: Brought about or caused something to happen. Sentence: Stress induced his illness. Synonyms: Caused, triggered, provoked. Word Family: Induce (verb), Inducement (noun). 42. Schedule Definition: A plan of activities with specific times. Sentence: The project is on a tight schedule. Synonyms: Timetable, agenda, calendar. 43. Intensity Definition: The degree or strength of something. Sentence: The intensity of the storm increased. Synonyms: Strength, power, magnitude. Word Family: Intense (adjective), Intensify (verb). 44. Crucial Definition: Extremely important or necessary. Sentence: This decision is crucial for the company’s future. Synonyms: Essential, vital, critical. 45. Via Definition: By way of; through. Sentence: We traveled to London via Paris. Synonyms: Through, by means of. 46. Exhibit Definition: To display or show publicly. Sentence: The museum exhibits ancient artifacts. Synonyms: Display, showcase, present. Word Family: Exhibition (noun), Exhibited (adjective). 47. Bias Definition: An unfair preference or prejudice. Sentence: The article showed political bias. Synonyms: Prejudice, partiality, favoritism. Word Family: Biased (adjective), Unbiased (adjective). 48. Manipulation Definition: Controlling or handling something skillfully, often unfairly. Sentence: The data manipulation raised ethical concerns. Synonyms: Control, handling, influence. Word Family: Manipulate (verb), Manipulative (adjective). 49. Theme Definition: The main idea or subject of something. Sentence: The novel explores the theme of freedom. Synonyms: Topic, subject, motif. 50. Nuclear Definition: Relating to the nucleus of an atom or atomic energy. Sentence: The country relies on nuclear power. Synonyms: Atomic, radioactive.