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verb

To be erupted, gushed out, or burst forth. It is used both for physical substances like lava and for abstract things like emotions or energy.

"화산이 폭발하면서 용암이 분출되었다."

verb

1. To leap or jump forward rapidly. 2. To skip steps in logic or development (often used negatively in 'logical leap').

"그의 주장은 논리적 비약이 심해서 설득력이 없다."

noun

Happening by chance or unexpectedly, rather than being planned or intentional. Often used in legal or scientific contexts to describe random events.

"그 사건은 계획된 것이 아니라 우발적인 사고였다."

noun

The quality of being strict, precise, and rigorous, especially in following rules, standards, or logic.

"학술 논문은 데이터 분석의 엄격성이 생명이다."

noun

Being dependent on or controlled by something else. In statistics, it refers to a variable that changes based on another variable.

"작은 나라들은 강대국에 경제적으로 종속적인 관계에 놓이기 쉽다."

noun

A clue, lead, or piece of evidence that helps solve a problem, mystery, or crime. It can also refer to a proviso or condition in a contract.

"경찰은 현장에서 범인을 잡을 결정적인 단서를 발견했다."

noun

The technique of making an apparatus, a process, or a system operate automatically without human intervention.

"생산 공정의 자동화로 효율이 높아졌습니다."

verb

To organize or classify things into specific groups or categories based on shared characteristics. It is a fundamental process in research and data analysis.

"연구자는 수집된 데이터를 여러 가지 기준에 따라 범주화하였다."

adjective

Taking action before something happens; proactive or preemptive. It implies acting in advance to prevent a problem or gain an advantage.

"위기를 예방하기 위해서는 정부의 선제적인 대응이 필요하다."

noun

The condition of being done, given, or acting of one's own free will; spontaneity. It refers to the internal drive to act without being forced by external pressure.

"학생들의 자발성을 이끌어내는 것이 교육의 핵심이다."

noun

The condition of having multiple or diverse elements, values, or groups coexisting within a single system or society. It is the opposite of uniformity.

"민주주의 사회에서는 가치의 다원성을 존중해야 한다."

noun

The quality of happening by chance or accident rather than by design or necessity. It is used to describe events that could not be predicted with certainty.

"역사의 흐름은 필연과 우연성의 결합으로 이루어진다."

noun

The legal or official power to influence or control someone or something because of a law, rule, or agreement. It refers to the mandatory nature of a regulation.

"국제 조약이 실효를 거두려면 법적 구속력이 필요하다."

noun

The force that holds the molecules of a substance together, or the ability of a group of people to unite and work together effectively.

"우리 팀의 강점은 위기 상황에서 발휘되는 강력한 응집력입니다."

adjective

Complementary; referring to two things that provide what the other lacks, thus making a complete or improved whole.

"이론과 실습은 서로 상보적인 관계에 있습니다."

verb

To standardize; to make things of the same type have the same features or qualities according to a set rule or norm.

"생산 공정을 표준화하면 제품의 불량률을 크게 줄일 수 있습니다."

noun

A chain reaction; a sequence of events where each event is caused by the previous one. It can refer to physical chemical reactions or social/economic phenomena.

"한 은행의 파산이 금융계 전체에 연쇄반응을 일으켰습니다."

noun

Asymmetry; a state where two sides or parts are not the same in shape, size, or arrangement. In social science, it often refers to an imbalance of information or power.

"정보의 비대칭은 시장에서 불공정한 거래를 야기할 수 있습니다."

verb

To burst out or release something stored inside, such as emotions, opinions, or physical substances like lava. In academic contexts, it refers to the sudden expression of public dissatisfaction or demand.

"오랫동안 억눌렸던 불만이 한꺼번에 분출하기 시작했다."

noun

The reaction, influence, or echoing effect that a certain event, statement, or work has on society or a group of people.

"그의 신작 소설은 문단에 큰 반향을 일으켰다."

noun

The core foundation, basis, or backbone of something, such as a thought, a system, or an organization.

"민주주의의 근간은 자유와 평등이다."

noun

The very first clue, lead, or beginning point that allows a problem to be solved or an event to start.

"그의 발언이 이번 사건의 실마리를 풀 단초가 되었다."

noun

The act of formally advising or suggesting a certain course of action, often by an authority or expert body.

"정부는 국민들에게 마스크 착용을 강력히 권고했습니다."

noun

The act of taking in food, drink, or nutrients into the body.

"건강을 위해 균형 잡힌 영양소 섭취가 중요합니다."

noun

The act of adjusting or conforming to a set of conditions, environment, or rules.

"인간은 새로운 환경에 빠르게 순응하는 능력이 있습니다."

noun

A relationship between parties where their interests or benefits are linked, often involving potential conflict or cooperation.

"국가 간의 복잡한 이해관계가 얽혀 있어 해결이 쉽지 않습니다."

noun

A formal agreement or treaty between organizations, groups, or nations.

"두 나라는 환경 보호를 위한 국제 협약을 체결했습니다."

adjective

Referring to something that is secondary or supplementary to a main thing. It describes side effects, additional costs, or minor details accompanying a primary action.

"주된 목표 외에 부수적인 혜택도 고려해야 한다."

verb

To convert one value, currency, or unit of measurement into another. Often used in finance or scientific comparisons.

"달러를 원화로 환산하면 얼마입니까?"

adjective

Short-sighted; lacking foresight or consideration for long-term consequences. Often used to criticize policies or decisions based only on immediate gain.

"근시안적인 대책은 더 큰 문제를 야기할 수 있다."

verb

To stipulate or codify something in writing, especially in a law, contract, or official regulation, to make it clear and binding.

"새로운 규정을 법전에 명문화하기로 했다."

noun

An intermediate agent or medium through which something is accomplished or transmitted; a link between two things.

"언어는 문화 전승의 중요한 매개 역할을 한다."

noun

The act of gathering or concentrating scattered things, people, or powers into one place for a specific purpose.

"위기 극복을 위해 국민들의 역량 결집이 필요하다."

noun

A simplified diagram, representation, or mental framework used to understand or explain a complex structure or process; a schema.

"그는 복잡한 이론을 도식으로 간단히 설명했다."

noun

The state of belonging to or being attributed to a specific person, group, or entity, especially regarding rights, property, or identity.

"이 땅의 소유권은 국가에 귀속된다."

adjective

Providing a general overview or a broad summary of something, rather than focusing on specific details.

"본 장에서는 연구의 배경을 개괄적으로 설명하겠다."