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noun

A term used to describe global warming and climate change, and their consequences, emphasizing the urgency of the situation as a threat to human life and the planet.

"기후위기에 대응하기 위해 탄소 배출량을 즉각 줄여야 한다."

noun

The first half of a year (January to June).

"올해 상반기 수출 실적이 작년보다 크게 개선되었다."

noun

The second half of a year (July to December).

"기업들은 하반기 경기 전망을 다소 어둡게 보고 있다."

verb

To refute or rebut an opponent's argument or theory by pointing out flaws. A high-level academic word for debate.

"그 학자는 상대방의 주장을 논리적으로 논박했다."

verb

To shed light on a subject or to examine it from a specific perspective. Originally meaning 'to illuminate', it's widely used metaphorically in research.

"이 다큐멘터리는 현대인의 고독을 새로운 시각에서 조명하고 있다."

noun

The act of creating an atmosphere, a environment, a physical space, or a fund. It often implies a intentional and planned construction.

"정부는 도심 속에 녹지 공간을 조성하기로 했다."

noun

The act of reducing or cutting down on expenses, materials, energy, or quantity. It is often used in management and environmental contexts.

"회사는 비용 절감을 위해 불필요한 지출을 줄이기로 했다."

noun

The act of splitting or dividing into several parts. Used for biological cell division, or social/political discord and splitting.

"세포 분열은 생물 성장의 핵심 과정이다."

verb

To disintegrate, break up, or collapse, often referring to a system, organization, or group. It describes a state where a cohesive structure loses its unity and falls apart.

"그 조직은 내부 갈등으로 인해 결국 와해되었다."

noun

The act of giving and receiving something (ideas, culture, goods) between two or more parties. It emphasizes a two-way relationship or exchange.

"두 나라 사이의 문화적 상호교류가 활발해지고 있다."

noun

A central topic of conversation, interest, or debate in society. Originally a Zen Buddhist term, it now refers to a 'hot topic' or 'key issue'.

"인공지능의 윤리적 문제는 최근 우리 사회의 큰 화두이다."

noun

The main agent or subject that performs an action or possesses a certain quality. In social sciences, it refers to an individual or group with independent agency.

"역사를 이끌어가는 주체는 대중입니다."

verb

To escalate or spread from a small incident or specific topic into a much larger problem or a different, broader situation.

"단순한 말다툼이 큰 싸움으로 비화하고 말았다."

noun

A state of confusion, lack of order, or uncertainty (chaos/confusion).

"새로운 제도의 도입으로 시장에 혼란이 생겼다."

noun

The ability to judge well or the act of distinguishing one thing from another based on clear criteria. It involves wisdom and critical thinking.

"옳고 그름을 가릴 줄 아는 분별력이 필요하다."

noun

The state of being close in space, time, or relationship; proximity.

"이 아파트는 지하철역과의 인접성이 뛰어나 인기가 많다."

noun

The state of being completely used up or exhausted, especially referring to energy, resources, or one's physical and mental strength.

"과도한 업무는 직장인들에게 심각한 소진 증후군을 유발한다."

noun

The act of putting more weight, importance, or focus on a specific part or aspect of something.

"지나치게 성적에만 치중하는 교육 방식은 개선되어야 한다."

noun

The state of existing or being found everywhere at the same time; ubiquity or pervasiveness.

"디지털 기기의 편재는 우리 삶의 방식을 근본적으로 바꾸어 놓았다."

noun

The degree or level of participation in an activity, event, or social process.

"시민들의 낮은 참여도는 민주주의 발전을 저해할 수 있다."

noun

The process of adapting a product, service, or idea to meet the needs and culture of a specific local market.

"글로벌 기업이 성공하려면 철저한 현지화 전략이 필수적이다."

noun

The act of defining something again or in a new way to suit a changed context or perspective.

"기술의 발전은 노동의 의미에 대한 재정의를 요구한다."

noun

The act of changing a form, appearance, or nature, especially to adapt to a new environment or culture.

"그 전통 예술은 현대적인 감각으로 변용되었다."

verb

To apply a certain law, rule, or standard to a similar matter with necessary modifications.

"이 규정은 다른 부서의 사례에도 준용될 수 있다."

noun

A common feature, characteristic, or interest shared by different people, groups, or things (originally from mathematics).

"서로 다른 문화권 사이에도 인간애라는 공통분모가 존재한다."

verb

To pull or tow something; metaphorically, to lead or drive forward a certain phenomenon, economic growth, or trend.

"수출 호조가 국가 경제 성장을 견인하고 있다."

noun

A thing or person that is the target of an action or thought. In computer science, it refers to a specific instance of a class; in philosophy, it is the object of perception.

"인간은 자연을 단순한 관찰의 객체로만 보아서는 안 된다."

verb

To make something denser or more concentrated. It can refer to physical gas turning into liquid or summarizing complex ideas/emotions into a brief, powerful form.

"작가는 긴 서사를 짧은 시 한 편에 응축했다."

adjective

To be extremely large, immense, or great. It is mainly used to describe influence, interest, or importance.

"그의 연구는 현대 물리학 발전에 지대한 공헌을 했다."

noun

The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen; what you give up to get something else.

"대학 진학을 선택할 때 발생하는 기회비용을 고려해야 한다."

noun

Activities performed by individuals or organizations, especially corporations, to contribute to the welfare of society and the public good.

"많은 대기업들이 사회공헌 활동을 통해 이미지를 개선하고 있다."

verb

To live together in a way that benefits both parties; to achieve mutual prosperity or a win-win relationship.

"대기업과 중소기업이 상생할 수 있는 생태계를 구축해야 한다."

noun

The degree to which a test or research actually measures what it claims to measure; validity.

"이 시험 문제는 변별력과 타당도가 부족합니다."

noun

The act of going before or preceding something else. In an academic context, it refers to prior studies or prerequisite learning.

"본 논문은 주제와 관련된 선행 연구들을 분석합니다."

noun

The process of selecting a representative group from a population to estimate characteristics of the whole population. It is a fundamental technique in statistics and research.

"정확한 여론 조사를 위해 무작위 표본추출을 시행했다."

noun

A substance used to ignite an explosive, but metaphorically, something that triggers or accelerates a significant change or event. It is a powerful word to describe the start of a revolution, movement, or trend.

"그의 연설은 시민 운동의 기폭제가 되었다."