极其

A condition or situation that puts one in an unfavorable or inferior position; a disadvantage. The direct opposite of 优势.

The act or instance of making or becoming different. Highly important for IELTS Writing Task 1 (describing graphs) and Task 2 (social changes).

Used to single out one person, thing, or situation as being more important or notable than others. It is similar to 'especially' or 'particularly'.

Used to emphasize something surprising or extreme. It marks a higher degree of a quality or situation, often translated as 'even' or 'so much so that'.

Free from outside control; not depending on another's authority. Also describes the ability to think or act for oneself.

To come into possession of; to get or acquire something, often through effort or as a result of a process.

Happening or occurring often; frequent.

A thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress; barrier.

To be the parts that form something; to make up or constitute.

Small individual facts, features, or items. In an academic context, it refers to specific evidence used to support a main point.