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verb

To inspire, encourage, or instill a certain feeling, spirit, or sense of purpose in someone.

"그 선생님은 학생들의 열정을 고취시켰습니다."

noun

A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something in the future. It involves deciding on steps and resources needed to reach a goal.

"철저한 계획 없이는 성공하기 어렵습니다."

noun

The act of satisfying a requirement, condition, or need.

"장학금을 받으려면 다음 조건을 충족해야 합니다."

noun

The act of comparing two things to show their differences, or preparing for a future event.

"전년 대비 수출액이 10% 증가했습니다."

adjective

Being free from the control or influence of others; acting or existing on its own.

"아이들이 독립적인 사고를 할 수 있도록 도와야 합니다."

adjective

Done on purpose; deliberate or intentional rather than accidental.

"그의 행동은 실수가 아니라 의도적이었어요."

adjective

To be diligent, faithful, and sincere in performing one's duties or tasks.

"그는 모든 일에 성실한 사람입니다."

noun

The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.

"어려운 문제를 풀기 위해서는 인내심이 필요합니다."

verb

To select or sort out specific things from a group based on certain criteria.

"좋은 과일만 골라 선별했습니다."

verb

To perceive or become aware of something through the senses or the mind.

"인간은 오감을 통해 사물을 지각합니다."

verb

To take full and exclusive charge of a specific task or responsibility.

"그 팀은 해외 마케팅을 전담하고 있습니다."

noun

A physical representation or a theoretical structure used as a pattern for something to be made or to explain how something works. It is often a simplified version of a complex system.

"과학자들은 기후 변화를 예측하기 위해 컴퓨터 모형을 사용합니다."

noun

A large quantity or amount of something. It is often used in the context of production, consumption, or data.

"공장에서는 물건을 대량으로 생산합니다."

noun

A state of being inactive or not progressing; specifically used for economic recessions or a lack of vitality in a certain field.

"경기 침체로 인해 소비가 줄어들고 있다."

verb

To control, rule over, or have a dominant influence on a person, group, or society.

"과거에는 소수의 귀족이 나라를 지배했다."

verb

To recall or bring something back to one's mind, or to remind someone of something.

"과거의 아픈 기억을 다시 상기하고 싶지 않다."

verb

To attract or invite investment, events, or customers to a specific place or organization.

"그 도시는 올림픽 유치에 성공했다."

noun

The act of settling down in a place or the state of a new system or custom becoming established.

"그는 오랜 유학 생활 끝에 한국에 정착했습니다."

noun

A quality or feature that is characteristic of a person or thing.

"인간의 본질적 속성에 대해 논의해 봅시다."

noun

The process of converting information or physical processes into a digital format. It is a central theme in modern academic discussions regarding social and economic changes.

"교육 시스템의 디지털화는 학습 방식에 큰 변화를 가져왔습니다."

noun

The ideology that encourages the acquisition of goods and services in ever-increasing amounts. It is frequently discussed in IELTS in relation to environmental impact and lifestyle.

"과도한 소비주의는 환경 오염의 주요 원인 중 하나입니다."

noun

A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.

"민주주의의 핵심은 시민의 참여에 있습니다."

noun

Power derived from the utilization of physical or chemical resources, especially to provide light and heat or to work machines. A major topic in IELTS Environment and Technology sections.

"화석 연료 대신 재생 에너지를 사용하는 것이 시급합니다."

noun

The course along which someone or something moves, or the general way in which a situation is developing.

"우리는 올바른 방향으로 가고 있습니다."

noun

Work, especially hard physical work. In an academic sense, it refers to the labor force, labor rights, and human effort in production.

"기술의 발전으로 인간의 노동이 기계로 대체되고 있다."

noun

Remains or ruins of an ancient building, city, or culture. Often used when discussing heritage and tourism.

"경주에는 신라 시대의 역사적 유적이 많이 남아 있다."

noun

The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture.

"예술은 사람들의 삶을 풍요롭게 합니다."

noun

The activity of visiting places of interest in a particular location, typically for pleasure or culture.

"제주도는 유명한 관광지입니다."

noun

A level of quality or achievement that is considered acceptable or desirable; an official rule or model used for comparison.

"이 제품은 국제 표준을 준수하여 제작되었습니다."

noun

The basic tone, central theme, or underlying policy direction of something (like a speech, meeting, or government).

"정부는 평화 유지 기조를 계속 이어갈 방침이다."

noun

The source or origin of something, such as power, knowledge, or a river.

"지식은 국가 경쟁력의 원천이다."

noun

A time or event when a significant change occurs in a situation, process, or history.

"그 사건은 그의 인생에서 큰 전환점이 되었다."

noun

A long-established custom or practice that has become standard in a particular society, field, or organization.

"오래된 잘못된 관행을 타파해야 한다."

noun

A location or area outside of one's own country, typically across the sea; international territories.

"방학 동안 해외로 여행을 갈 계획입니다."

noun

The act of finding and starting a job, or the state of being employed.

"졸업 후에 바로 취업을 하고 싶습니다."

noun

The actual ability, skill, or competence that a person has in a particular field, often developed through practice or study.

"그녀는 피아노 실력이 매우 뛰어납니다."