Most Academic Words (Part9)

1. Bulk Definition: A large quantity or mass of something. Sentence: We buy rice in bulk to save money. Synonyms: Mass, volume, amount. Word Family: Bulky (adjective). 2. Behalf Definition: Representing or acting for someone else. Sentence: I spoke on behalf of my team. Synonyms: Representation, proxy, stead. Phrase: On behalf of. 3. Unified Definition: Brought together to form a whole. Sentence: The leaders unified the divided country. Synonyms: United, combined, integrated. Word Family: Unify (verb), Unification (noun). 4. Commenced Definition: Started or began. Sentence: The meeting commenced at 10 AM. Synonyms: Began, initiated, launched. Word Family: Commence (verb), Commencement (noun). 5. Erosion Definition: The gradual wearing away of something by natural forces. Sentence: Water erosion shaped the canyon. Synonyms: Wear, decay, degradation. Word Family: Erode (verb), Eroded (adjective). 6. Anticipated Definition: Expected or predicted. Sentence: We anticipated a large crowd. Synonyms: Expected, foreseen, predicted. Word Family: Anticipate (verb), Anticipation (noun). 7. Minimal Definition: The smallest possible amount or degree. Sentence: The damage was minimal. Synonyms: Small, slight, negligible. Word Family: Minimize (verb), Minimally (adverb). 8. Ceases Definition: Stops or ends. Sentence: The noise ceases at midnight. Synonyms: Stops, halts, discontinues. Word Family: Cease (verb), Ceaseless (adjective). 9. Vision Definition: The ability to see or imagine future possibilities. Sentence: She has a clear vision for the project. Synonyms: Sight, foresight, perspective. Word Family: Visual (adjective), Visualize (verb). 10. Mutual Definition: Shared by two or more parties. Sentence: We have mutual respect. Synonyms: Shared, reciprocal, common. 11. Norms Definition: Standards of behavior or expectations. Sentence: Social norms vary across cultures. Synonyms: Standards, conventions, rules. 12. Intermediate Definition: Between two points, levels, or stages. Sentence: This course is for intermediate learners. Synonyms: Middle, in-between, average. 13. Manual Definition: Done by hand or a handbook with instructions. Sentence: The machine requires manual operation. Synonyms: Handbook (noun), physical (adjective). Word Family: Manually (adverb). 14. Supplementary Definition: Additional or extra to complete something. Sentence: We received supplementary material for the course. Synonyms: Additional, extra, supportive. Word Family: Supplement (verb/noun). 15. Incompatible Definition: Not able to work or exist together. Sentence: The software is incompatible with my device. Synonyms: Mismatched, conflicting, unsuited. Word Family: Incompatibility (noun). 16. Concurrent Definition: Happening at the same time. Sentence: The two events are concurrent. Synonyms: Simultaneous, parallel, synchronous. 17. Ethical Definition: Relating to moral principles. Sentence: The company follows ethical practices. Synonyms: Moral, righteous, principled. Word Family: Ethics (noun), Ethically (adverb). 18. Preliminary Definition: Happening before the main event or action. Sentence: The preliminary results are promising. Synonyms: Initial, preparatory, introductory. 19. Integral Definition: Necessary and essential to something. Sentence: Teamwork is an integral part of success. Synonyms: Essential, fundamental, vital. 20. Conversely Definition: In contrast or the opposite way. Sentence: He loves dogs; conversely, she prefers cats. Synonyms: On the other hand, however, in contrast. 21. Relaxed Definition: Free from stress or tension. Sentence: She felt relaxed after the massage. Synonyms: Calm, easy-going, stress-free. Word Family: Relax (verb), Relaxation (noun). 22. Confined Definition: Restricted or limited in space or movement. Sentence: The patient is confined to bed. Synonyms: Restricted, limited, contained. Word Family: Confinement (noun), Confine (verb). 23. Accommodation Definition: A place to live or adjustments made for needs. Sentence: We found accommodation near the beach. Synonyms: Housing, lodging, adaptation. 24. Temporary Definition: Lasting for a limited time. Sentence: This is just a temporary job. Synonyms: Short-term, provisional, brief. 25. Distorted Definition: Twisted or misrepresented. Sentence: The image was distorted on the screen. Synonyms: Warped, twisted, misleading. Word Family: Distort (verb), Distortion (noun). 26. Passive Definition: Accepting or allowing actions without resistance. Sentence: He remained passive during the argument. Synonyms: Inactive, submissive, unresponsive. Word Family: Passivity (noun), Passively (adverb). 27. Subordinate Definition: Lower in rank or position. Sentence: The manager supervises several subordinates. Synonyms: Assistant, junior, inferior. Word Family: Subordination (noun), Subordinately (adverb). 28. Analogous Definition: Similar in a way that makes clearer understanding. Sentence: The human brain is analogous to a computer. Synonyms: Comparable, similar, equivalent. Word Family: Analogy (noun). 29. Military Definition: Relating to soldiers or armed forces. Sentence: He joined the military after graduation. Synonyms: Armed forces, army, defense. 30. Scenario Definition: A possible situation or sequence of events. Sentence: They planned for every possible scenario. Synonyms: Situation, case, event. 31. Revolution Definition: A dramatic change or a political overthrow. Sentence: The Industrial Revolution transformed society. Synonyms: Overhaul, uprising, transformation. Word Family: Revolutionary (adjective/noun). 32. Diminished Definition: Made smaller or less important. Sentence: His influence has diminished over time. Synonyms: Reduced, decreased, lessened. Word Family: Diminish (verb), Diminution (noun). 33. Coherence Definition: Logical connection and consistency. Sentence: Her argument lacked coherence. Synonyms: Consistency, clarity, logic. Word Family: Coherent (adjective), Coherently (adverb). 34. Suspended Definition: Temporarily stopped or held in place. Sentence: The game was suspended due to rain. Synonyms: Delayed, halted, postponed. Word Family: Suspend (verb), Suspension (noun). 35. Mature Definition: Fully developed or grown. Sentence: She's very mature for her age. Synonyms: Adult, grown, developed. Word Family: Maturity (noun), Maturing (verb). 36. Assurance Definition: A promise or confidence in something. Sentence: He gave me assurance that the work will be done. Synonyms: Guarantee, confidence, certainty. Word Family: Assure (verb), Assured (adjective). 37. Rigid Definition: Strict and inflexible. Sentence: The school has rigid rules. Synonyms: Inflexible, strict, unyielding. Word Family: Rigidity (noun), Rigidly (adverb). 38. Controversy Definition: A public disagreement or debate. Sentence: The policy caused major controversy. Synonyms: Dispute, debate, argument. Word Family: Controversial (adjective). 39. Sphere Definition: An area of activity or a round object. Sentence: Politics is not my sphere of expertise. Synonyms: Domain, field, area. 40. Mediation Definition: The process of resolving disputes through a third party. Sentence: They reached an agreement through mediation. Synonyms: Arbitration, intervention, reconciliation. Word Family: Mediate (verb), Mediator (noun). 41. Format Definition: The structure, layout, or arrangement. Sentence: The report follows a standard format. Synonyms: Structure, layout, design. 42. Trigger Definition: To cause something to happen. Sentence: Stress can trigger anxiety. Synonyms: Cause, provoke, initiate. 43. Restraints Definition: Restrictions or limitations. Sentence: The law imposes restraints on pollution. Synonyms: Limitations, restrictions, controls. Word Family: Restrain (verb). 44. Inherent Definition: Naturally existing as a core part of something. Sentence: Risk is inherent in any business. Synonyms: Intrinsic, innate, essential. 45. Route Definition: A path or course taken to reach a destination. Sentence: We chose the fastest route. Synonyms: Path, way, track. 46. Protocol Definition: Official procedure or rules. Sentence: The protocol requires safety checks. Synonyms: Procedure, code, guidelines. 47. Founded Definition: Established or created. Sentence: The company was founded in 1990. Synonyms: Established, created, initiated. Word Family: Foundation (noun), Founder (noun). 48. Duration Definition: The length of time something lasts. Sentence: The duration of the movie is two hours. Synonyms: Length, span, period.