B2 noun 중립

extinction

/ɪkˈstɪŋk.ʃən/

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

예시

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1

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

2

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

3

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

어휘 가족

명사
extinction
Verb
extinguish
형용사
extinct
관련
extinguisher
💡

암기 팁

Think of a fire extinguisher. It 'extinguishes' (kills) the fire. Extinction is when the 'fire' of a whole species is put out forever.

빠른 퀴즈

The loss of tropical rainforests is driving many rare birds to the point of ______.

정답!

정답은: extinction

예시

1

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

everyday

Modern technology is causing the extinction of many traditional crafts.

2

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

formal

The international treaty aims to protect endangered species from the threat of extinction.

3

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

informal

Landlines are basically headed for extinction since everyone uses mobile phones now.

4

The Permian-Triassic extinction event resulted in the loss of over 90% of marine species.

academic

The Permian-Triassic extinction event resulted in the loss of over 90% of marine species.

5

Companies that fail to innovate risk extinction in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

business

Companies that fail to innovate risk extinction in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

어휘 가족

명사
extinction
Verb
extinguish
형용사
extinct
관련
extinguisher

자주 쓰는 조합

mass extinction mass extinction
face extinction face extinction
on the brink of extinction on the brink of extinction
drive to extinction drive to extinction
threat of extinction threat of extinction

자주 쓰는 구문

verge of extinction

verge of extinction

extinction rebellion

extinction rebellion

level of extinction

level of extinction

자주 혼동되는 단어

extinction vs distinction

Distinction refers to a difference or contrast between things, while extinction refers to the end of a species.

extinction vs extermination

Extermination is the deliberate killing of a group (like pests), whereas extinction is the general state of being gone forever.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use this word primarily in scientific or environmental contexts to describe the death of a species. It can also be used metaphorically in business or sociology to describe the disappearance of outdated ideas or technologies.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often confuse the noun 'extinction' with the adjective 'extinct'. For example, they might incorrectly say 'the species is extinction' instead of 'the species is extinct'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of a fire extinguisher. It 'extinguishes' (kills) the fire. Extinction is when the 'fire' of a whole species is put out forever.

📖

어원

Derived from the Latin 'extinguere', which means to quench, wipe out, or put out a fire.

문법 패턴

Countable when referring to specific historical events (e.g., 'five mass extinctions'). Uncountable when referring to the general concept or threat.
🌍

문화적 맥락

The term is central to modern discussions about the 'Sixth Mass Extinction' and climate change activism.

빠른 퀴즈

The loss of tropical rainforests is driving many rare birds to the point of ______.

정답!

정답은: extinction

관련 단어

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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