B2 noun 중립

breakthrough

/ˈbreɪkθruː/

A significant and dramatic discovery or development that overcomes a major obstacle or impasse. It is often used to describe progress in science, medicine, or diplomacy after a long period of effort.

예시

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1

I finally had a breakthrough with my painting technique after months of frustration.

I finally found a way to succeed with my painting after a long struggle.

2

The signing of the peace treaty was hailed as a major diplomatic breakthrough.

The agreement was celebrated as an important advancement in international relations.

3

I had a breakthrough and realized why my code wasn't working.

I suddenly understood the problem with my computer program.

어휘 가족

명사
breakthrough
Verb
break through
형용사
breakthrough
관련
breakout
💡

암기 팁

Visualize a literal brick wall blocking your path. A 'breakthrough' is the moment you finally smash a hole through that wall to see what is on the other side.

빠른 퀴즈

Scientists are hoping for a _______ in the search for a sustainable energy source.

정답!

정답은: breakthrough

예시

1

I finally had a breakthrough with my painting technique after months of frustration.

everyday

I finally found a way to succeed with my painting after a long struggle.

2

The signing of the peace treaty was hailed as a major diplomatic breakthrough.

formal

The agreement was celebrated as an important advancement in international relations.

3

I had a breakthrough and realized why my code wasn't working.

informal

I suddenly understood the problem with my computer program.

4

This research represents a significant breakthrough in our understanding of genetic mutations.

academic

This study is a major step forward in the scientific knowledge of genetics.

5

The new product launch proved to be the breakthrough the company needed to gain market share.

business

The new product was the key success the business required to compete effectively.

어휘 가족

명사
breakthrough
Verb
break through
형용사
breakthrough
관련
breakout

자주 쓰는 조합

scientific breakthrough a major discovery in the field of science
achieve a breakthrough to successfully reach a point of significant progress
major breakthrough a very important or large discovery
technological breakthrough a significant advancement in technology
medical breakthrough a discovery that improves healthcare or cures disease

자주 쓰는 구문

make a breakthrough

to succeed in making a discovery or finding a solution

breakthrough moment

the specific point in time when a major realization occurs

breakthrough technology

innovative technology that changes an industry

자주 혼동되는 단어

breakthrough vs breakdown

A 'breakthrough' is a positive success or discovery, while a 'breakdown' is a failure, collapse, or a detailed analysis.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'breakthrough' as a noun to describe the event of discovery. As a phrasal verb, 'break through' (two words) describes the action of forcing a way through a barrier.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use 'breakthrough' as a verb; however, 'breakthrough' is the noun form. The verb form is the phrasal verb 'break through'.

💡

암기 팁

Visualize a literal brick wall blocking your path. A 'breakthrough' is the moment you finally smash a hole through that wall to see what is on the other side.

📖

어원

Derived from the phrasal verb 'break through', originating in the early 20th century to describe military penetrations of enemy lines.

문법 패턴

Countable noun Plural: breakthroughs Often preceded by adjectives like 'major', 'scientific', or 'significant'
🌍

문화적 맥락

Frequently used in Western media to hype new scientific studies or medical trials.

빠른 퀴즈

Scientists are hoping for a _______ in the search for a sustainable energy source.

정답!

정답은: breakthrough

관련 단어

bluster

C1

Bluster refers to loud, aggressive, or indignant talk that carries little sting or power and is often intended to intimidate. It suggests a noisy way of speaking that lacks substance or the actual ability to carry out threats.

bogus

C1

Describes something that is not genuine, counterfeit, or intentionally fraudulent. It is often used in academic and legal contexts to refer to claims, documents, or entities that have been fabricated to deceive others.

boisterous

C1

Describes someone or something that is noisy, energetic, and cheerful, often in a way that is slightly out of control. It is frequently used for groups of people, activities, or natural forces like wind and waves.

bombard

C1

To attack or subject someone or something to a continuous flow of objects, questions, or information. In academic and scientific contexts, it specifically refers to directing a stream of particles or radiation at a substance to induce a reaction.

bombastic

C1

Describing speech, writing, or behavior that is high-sounding and inflated but with little actual meaning or substance. It is typically used to criticize someone for being pretentious and trying to sound more important or knowledgeable than they truly are.

bondage

C1

Bondage refers to the state of being under the control of another person or system, characterized by a lack of freedom or involuntary servitude. In an academic context, it encompasses legal, social, and economic structures, such as slavery or debt peonage, that restrict an individual's autonomy.

boon

C1

A boon is a timely benefit or blessing that is extremely helpful in a particular situation. It refers to something that makes life easier or provides a significant advantage when most needed.

boorish

C1

Describes behavior that is rough, unrefined, and ill-mannered, typically lacking sensitivity or social grace. It suggests a lack of education or cultural sophistication in social interactions.

bootstrap

C1

To start or develop a process or business using minimal external resources, often relying on existing internal assets or self-funding. In computing and statistics, it refers to a self-starting process that executes without external input or a technique for estimation through resampling.

bounty

C1

A bounty is a generous gift or a reward offered for a specific task, such as the capture of a criminal. It also frequently refers to an abundance or plentiful supply of something, particularly food or natural resources.

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