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noun

The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain. It is a key metric for evaluating investment efficiency.

"이 사업은 수익성이 매우 높을 것으로 예상된다."

verb

To strongly urge, demand, or call for a certain action or response.

"환경 단체들은 정부에 즉각적인 대책 마련을 촉구했다."

verb

To distribute or designate (resources, tasks, or funds) for a particular purpose.

"정부는 각 지역에 예산을 골고루 할당했다."

noun

A means, method, or instrument used to achieve a particular goal. Frequently used when discussing transportation or communication methods in IELTS.

"대중교통은 중요한 이동 수단입니다."

adjective

Relating to society or its organization; involving the interaction of people.

"환경 문제는 단순한 자연 현상이 아니라 사회적 문제입니다."

noun

The spreading of an effect or influence to other areas. Similar to a ripple effect or spillover effect.

"한 지역의 경제 위기가 전국으로 파급되었습니다."

verb

To accumulate or build up a large amount of something over a period of time, such as wealth, knowledge, or experience.

"그는 오랜 시간 동안 방대한 지식을 축적해 왔다."

adjective

To be encouraging, heartening, or inspiring. Used when a situation or news gives hope or motivation.

"신제품에 대한 시장의 반응이 매우 고무적입니다."

verb

To examine or review something carefully in order to make a decision or give an opinion. It involves looking over documents, plans, or evidence.

"위원회는 제출된 제안서를 심도 있게 검토하고 있습니다."

verb

To be increased or aggravated, especially in terms of pressure, burden, or negative circumstances.

"경제 위기로 인해 서민들의 고통이 가중되고 있다."

verb

To establish or found an organization, institution, or system. It implies creating a formal entity with a specific purpose.

"그는 자신의 이름을 딴 장학 재단을 설립했다."

noun

The remaining influence or consequences of an event, especially a negative or large-scale one; aftermath.

"금융 위기의 여파로 많은 기업들이 도산했다."

noun

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority; hierarchy.

"그 조직은 위계 질서가 매우 엄격하다."

verb

To exhaust or completely use up resources, strength, or energy.

"격렬한 운동 후에 에너지를 모두 소진했다."

adjective

Relating to logical deduction, where a specific conclusion is drawn from general premises or principles.

"그의 논문은 연역적 추론을 바탕으로 결론을 도출했다."

noun

A virtuous cycle where one good event leads to another, creating a positive feedback loop. It is often used to describe healthy economic or social growth.

"투자가 고용 증대로 이어지는 선순환 구조를 만들어야 한다."

verb

To be connected or linked with something else. It is a fundamental verb for expressing relationships between variables in research.

"이 문제는 환경 오염과 밀접하게 관련되어 있다."

noun

A fundamental truth, law, or doctrine that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior. It is a guiding rule.

"그는 어떠한 상황에서도 정직이라는 원칙을 지켰다."

verb

To match, correspond with, or be consistent with a certain standard, expectation, or set of facts.

"그의 행동은 평소 신념과 부합하지 않는다."

verb

To remind someone of something or to cause someone to remember a fact or past event.

"그의 연설은 우리에게 평화의 중요성을 상기시켰다."

noun

The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.

"이 연구의 목적은 새로운 에너지원을 찾는 것입니다."

noun

The desire of consumers, clients, or users for a particular commodity or service. It is a fundamental concept in economics paired with supply.

"최근 전기 자동차에 대한 수요가 급증하고 있다."

verb

To clean a room, house, or specific area by removing dust and trash.

"토요일에 방을 청소합니다."

adjective

Having or showing doubt about a particular claim, plan, or the possibility of success.

"그는 그 프로젝트의 성공 가능성에 대해 회의적이다."

verb

To be in conflict or contradiction with each other; to clash (of interests, opinions, or theories).

"두 사람의 증언이 서로 상충하고 있다."

noun

An implication or a hidden meaning suggested by a statement or action rather than being explicitly stated.

"이 연구의 결과는 교육 정책에 중요한 함의를 갖는다."

noun

The act of dividing something into smaller, more detailed, and specific parts or categories. Often used in research methods or market analysis.

"고객들의 욕구가 다양해지면서 시장 세분화가 더욱 중요해졌다."

adjective

To be sudden, rapid, or sharp. Used to describe a change that happens very quickly and with great intensity.

"인구가 급격하게 감소하고 있습니다."

verb

To gather and integrate diverse opinions, or for values to approach a specific point or limit (mathematically). It is the opposite of divergence.

"정부는 정책 수립을 위해 각계각층의 의견을 수렴했다."

noun

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing. It is often resistant to change even when presented with new information.

"우리는 성별에 대한 고정관념에서 벗어나야 합니다."

verb

To stay in one place or delay action until a particular time or event occurs. It is commonly used for transport, people, or news.

"정류장에서 버스를 기다려요."

noun

The action of putting something into operation or practical use, especially a scientific theory or a technical method.

"기초 과학의 원리를 실생활에 응용하는 기술이 발전하고 있다."

noun

A tendency to lean towards one side or perspective; bias or prejudice that prevents objective consideration of an issue.

"그 기사는 정치적인 편향이 심하다."

verb

To engage in physical exercise or sports for health and fitness.

"공원에서 매일 운동합니다."

verb

To inspire, encourage, or instill a certain spirit, courage, or consciousness in someone.

"감독의 연설은 선수들의 사기를 고취하기에 충분했다."

verb

To officially and clearly state one's attitude, intention, or opinion. It is more formal than '말하다' and usually involves a public or high-level declaration.

"그 기업은 환경 보호에 대한 강력한 의지를 표명했다."