Extensive Reading-Book D Unit 80 (E)

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세트공유

accumulation

buildup, something gathered
The accumulation of snow on the ground happened very rapidly.

awareness

state of being aware
His awareness of the issue made us feel better.

benefits

something useful or that promotes well-being
The company offered several benefits, such as health insurance, to its employees.

comprehend

to understand
It is not easy to comprehend some of the processes involved in neurophysiology.

consumption

the act of consuming
consumption of fruits and vegetables is on the decline.

durable

longlasting
Some pants are not as durable as others.

employability

being able to be employed
Her employability was even greater since she spoke three languages.

expanding

to grow
expanding your horizons will help you see the world in different ways.

gathering

to bring together
The net was used for gathering butterflies.

impart

to give or grant
She imparted some of her wisdom on me.

improves

to make better
Modern medicine improves our chances for living a long life.

integral

central, of much importance
Understanding the example is integral for success.

integration

linking together; interconnecting
Diverse practices came together in one society due to integration.

leverages

to lift, to increase
We can leverage the voters by offering them reduced taxes.

limits

to restrict, to inhibit
The manager limited the employees' breaks to twenty minutes.

link

to relate, to put together
Can you link the two crimes that occurred last night?

longevity

the amount of time something lasts
The product's longevity demonstrates its high quality.

poverty

the state of living in very poor conditions
poverty may drive people crazy.

stake

an interest in the gain of something
We held a stake in the company's success.

value

the worth of something
The value of the new car decreased the moment it was driven off the lot.