110. IELTS Minh Huong Vocabulary booster (Cambridge 15, test 1, reading 1)
IELTS Minh Huong
teacherWhat is the definition of "cure"?
Treatment, therapy, medication
What does the phrase "spare no expense to do something" mean?
To spend as much money or do everything necessary to make something really good or successful.
What is a penny?
A small unit of money in Britain; there are 100 pence in one pound.
What is the meaning of the word "rule"?
Govern, reign, lead, control.
Who is referred to as a "sultan"?
A ruler in some Muslim countries.
What does it mean to "insist on" something?
To require, enforce, oblige.
What does "neutral" mean?
Unbiased, impartial.
What term describes something that is business-related and for-profit?
Commercial
What is a group of ships or all the ships in a navy called?
Fleet
What does it mean to do something swiftly?
Quickly, speedily, rapidly
What does the phrase "fall under" imply?
To be influenced or affected by something
What is the definition of a rule?
Law, regulation, statute
What does it mean to lock someone out of something?
To prevent a person or organization from participating in something
What does the term "soar" mean in terms of movement?
Climb, rocket, rise, increase
What does it mean to fight back?
To work hard to achieve or oppose something, especially when losing
What is a merchant?
Wholesaler, trader, dealer
What does it mean to found something?
To start, create, establish, set up
What is the definition of a corporation?
Company, business, firm, organization
What is an army?
A large organized group of people trained to fight on land in a war
What does the term plague refer to?
Disease, epidemic, pandemic, illness
What does contagious mean?
Transmissible, transmittable, infectious
What does it mean to be desperate?
Anxious, worried, frantic, hopeless
What does it mean for something to spread?
To become larger or affect more people or a larger area
What is the definition of "power"?
Authority, control, supremacy.
What is a "troop"?
Crowd, flock, group.
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Description
Explore essential definitions of commercial, fleet, and troop, along with terms like soar, fight back, and plague. Enhance your vocabulary with clear explanations of business and military language for effective communication.
Questions
Download Questions1. What is the role of a 'merchant'?
2. What does it mean to 'fight back' in a challenging situation?
3. What does it mean to 'found' a company?
4. What does the term 'cure' refer to in a medical context?
5. What does it mean to 'spare no expense to do something'?
6. What is a 'penny' in British currency?
7. What does the term 'rule' imply in a political context?
8. What does the term 'commercial' refer to in a business context?
9. What is a 'fleet' in the context of naval terminology?
10. How would you describe an action that is done 'swiftly'?
11. What does it mean to 'fall under' something?
12. What does it mean to 'lock someone out of something'?
13. What does the term 'soar' mean in a business context?
14. What is a 'corporation'?
15. What is the primary function of an army?
16. What does the term 'plague' refer to?
17. How would you describe something that is 'contagious'?
18. What does it mean when something 'spreads'?
19. What does the term 'desperate' imply about a person's state?
20. Who is a 'sultan'?
21. What does the term 'insist on' mean?
22. What does 'neutral' mean in a decision-making context?
23. What is meant by 'power' in a leadership context?
24. What does the term 'troop' refer to?
25. What does it mean to be 'neutral' in a conflict?
Study Notes
Summary of Key Concepts
This document consolidates various key concepts across multiple domains, including business, health, governance, and social dynamics. It highlights the distinctions between commercial and charitable activities, the significance of collective entities like fleets and corporations, and the impact of rules and emotional states on behavior.
Commercial vs. Charitable Activities
- Commercial Activities: Focus on profit-making, contrasting with charitable efforts aimed at social good.
- Merchant Role: Individuals or businesses engaged in trade, emphasizing the commercial aspect of society.
Collective Entities
- Fleet Definition: A group of ships or vessels, important in naval contexts.
- Corporation Structure: A business entity that limits liability for its owners while providing goods or services.
Health and Disease
- Plague and Contagious Diseases: Understanding these terms is crucial for public health, highlighting the need for effective communication during health crises.
- Cure Methods: Various treatments for illnesses, including medication and therapy.
Emotional and Social Dynamics
- Desperation: Reflects anxiety or hopelessness in challenging situations, influencing decision-making.
- Power Dynamics: Understanding authority and control is essential for analyzing social relationships.
Rules and Regulations
- Influence of Rules: The impact of laws on individuals and organizations, including the concept of "locking out" participants from opportunities.
- Insist On: Emphasizes the necessity of enforcing rules or expectations firmly.
Key Takeaways
- Distinguishing between commercial and charitable activities is essential for understanding societal roles.
- Collective entities like fleets and corporations play significant roles in governance and commerce.
- Emotional states and power dynamics significantly influence human behavior and decision-making processes.