185. IELTS Minh Huong Vocabulary booster (Cambridge 13, test 1, reading 1)

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What does it mean to engage with someone or something?

To become involved with someone or something in order to understand them.

What is the definition of counteract?

To do something to reduce or prevent the bad or harmful effects of something.

What does it mean to reaffirm something?

To state something again in order to emphasize that it is still true.

What is the meaning of stress in communication?

To emphasize, underline, or underscore.

What does it mean to oppose something?

To be against, object to, disagree with, or disapprove of.

How is the term undesirable defined?

As unpleasant, unwelcome, or unwanted.

What does it mean to accomplish something?

To achieve or complete.

What is the definition of perceive?

To become aware of or recognize.

What is the term for a product or service offered to customers?

Offering

What does it mean to augment something?

To increase the value, amount, or effectiveness of something.

What is the meaning of the term radical in a social context?

Revolutionary, progressive.

What does it mean to transcend?

To go further, go beyond, or exceed.

What does entail mean?

To require, need, or demand.

What is the definition of address in problem-solving?

To solve, tackle, or deal with.

What does the phrase "arise from" indicate?

To be caused or produced by.

How would you define a novel experience?

A new experience, not like anything seen before.

What does "at first glance" mean?

When you first look at or think about something, often rather quickly.

What does it mean to incorporate something?

To integrate or combine.

What does the term irrelevant refer to?

Unconnected or unrelated.

How would you define worthwhile?

Valuable, useful, beneficial.

What does the term move signify in a strategic context?

Initiative, step, action, measure.

What does it mean to integrate?

To combine or incorporate.

How is the term athletic defined?

Relating to sports.

What does it mean to team up with someone?

To join with another partner to do something together.

What does comprise mean?

To include or consist of.

How would you define an amateur?

Non-professional, nonspecialist.

What does engagement with someone entail?

The fact that you become involved with someone or something in order to understand them.

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Explore essential terms that enhance communication, including definitions of "augment," "transcend," and "engagement." Learn how to effectively incorporate these concepts to improve clarity and impact in your messaging.

1. What does 'team up with' mean in the given context?

A Non-professional, nonspecialist B Include, consist of C The fact that you become involved with something D To join with another partner to do something together

2. In the given context, what does 'comprise' mean?

A To join with another partner B Relating to sports C Include, consist of D Non-professional, nonspecialist

3. What does 'engagement with' mean in the given context?

A A formal agreement or contract B Becoming involved with someone or something to understand them C A type of entertainment D A financial investment

4. How is 'counteract' best described according to the content?

A To support and enhance something B To promote and encourage something C To reduce or prevent the bad effects of something D To ignore and overlook something

5. What does the term 'offering' refer to in the given context?

A Revolutionary idea B Increase in value C Solution to a problem D Product or service

6. How is the term 'augment' best described according to the content?

A To increase the value, amount, effectiveness of something B To require something C To solve a problem D To go beyond limits

7. What does 'radical' mean in the context provided?

A To demand attention B Revolutionary, progressive C To solve issues D To exceed expectations

8. In the given context, what does 'transcend' imply?

A To solve problems B To require more C To increase value D Go further, go beyond, exceed

9. What does 'athletic' relate to in the given context?

A Include, consist of B Relating to sports C Initiative, step, action, measure D Non-professional, nonspecialist

10. What does 'reaffirm' mean in the context provided?

A To state something again to emphasize its truth B To deny and refute a statement C To question and doubt a fact D To change and alter a belief

11. In the given context, what does 'stress' imply?

A To ignore and neglect B Emphasize, underline, underscore C To relax and calm down D To forget and overlook

12. What does 'oppose' mean according to the content?

A To promote and advocate for B Be against, object to, disagree with, disapprove of C To support and agree with D To accept and endorse

13. What does 'undesirable' mean in the given context?

A Become aware of, recognize B Pleasant, preferable C Unpleasant, unwelcome, unwanted D Achieve, complete

14. How is the term 'accomplish' best described according to the content?

A Revolutionary, progressive B Become aware of, recognize C Achieve, complete D Unpleasant, unwelcome

15. What does 'perceive' mean in the context provided?

A Require, need, demand B Become aware of, recognize C Unpleasant, unwelcome D Achieve, complete

16. In the given context, what does 'desirable' imply?

A Become aware of, recognize B Unpleasant, unwelcome C Pleasant, preferable D Achieve, complete

17. What does 'recognize' mean according to the content?

A Become aware of, perceive B Revolutionary, progressive C Achieve, complete D Unpleasant, unwelcome

18. What does 'entail' require according to the content?

A To increase effectiveness B To solve or tackle C Require, need, demand D To go beyond

19. What does 'arise from' mean in the given context?

A To be ignored B Be caused/produced by C To end suddenly D To be celebrated

20. How is 'a novel experience' best described according to the content?

A An old tradition B A new experience, not like anything seen before C A common occurrence D A repeated event

21. What does 'at first glance' imply in the context provided?

A After a long time B When you first look at or think about something, often rather quickly C After thorough analysis D With complete certainty

22. In the given context, what does 'incorporate' mean?

A To separate B Integrate, combine C To ignore D To destroy

23. What does 'irrelevant' mean according to the content?

A Completely necessary B Very useful C Unconnected, unrelated D Highly important

24. What does the term 'move' imply in the given context?

A Relating to sports B Non-professional, nonspecialist C Combine, incorporate D Initiative, step, action, measure

25. How is the term 'integrate' best described according to the content?

A Combine, incorporate B Include, consist of C To join with another partner D Relating to sports

Study Notes

Key Concepts in Business and Personal Development

This document synthesizes essential concepts related to offerings in business, personal growth through experiences, and the importance of engagement and action. Understanding these themes can enhance both professional practices and personal development.

Business Offerings and Enhancements

  • Offering: The core product or service provided to customers, fundamental to any business transaction.
  • Augmentation: Enhancing offerings by adding features or improving quality to better meet customer needs.
  • Radical Change: Embracing significant shifts in approach that drive innovation and keep businesses competitive.
  • Transcendence: Exceeding customer expectations and industry standards to stand out in the market.
  • Addressing Needs: Identifying and solving customer problems is crucial for creating effective offerings.

Personal Growth Through Experiences

  • Novel Experiences: Engaging in new and unique situations fosters personal growth and learning.
  • Evaluating Relevance: Focusing on meaningful information while disregarding irrelevant experiences enhances understanding.
  • Worthwhile Actions: Pursuing actions that provide value leads to more effective outcomes and personal satisfaction.

Engagement and Action

  • Movement and Action: Taking initiative is vital for achieving goals; action drives progress.
  • Integration: Combining different elements fosters teamwork and collaboration, essential for success in various fields.
  • Engagement: Actively involving oneself with others or activities deepens understanding and builds relationships.
  • Counteraction: Taking steps to mitigate negative impacts is important for maintaining well-being.

Key Takeaways

  1. Effective business offerings must be continuously enhanced to meet evolving customer needs.
  2. Engaging in novel experiences is crucial for personal development and learning.
  3. Active involvement and collaboration are key to achieving goals and fostering deeper connections.