Reading for the Real world 2nd_Student-Book 3 Unit 03 (E)
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accessibility
the quality of being accessible, or of admitting approach
The accessibility of her stories means more people will be able to enjoy them.
accumulation
the gathering of something over a period of time
The accumulation of snow on the ground happened very rapidly.
addiction
a dependence on a behavior or sub-stance that a person is powerless to stop
Some people have a gambling addiction, which can result in a complete loss of finances.
compulsive
having difficulty to stop or control doing something
She has a compulsive need to eat chocolate every day.
disorder
an illness in which something in the body or brain does not function properly
The people who worked in the factory suffered from many disorders.
endanger
to bring someone or something into a dangerous situation
The American buffalo is endangered. It may be completely wiped out.
gratification
a source of pleasure or satisfaction
My grandfather received a lot of gratification from taking walks early in the morning.
immediate
done or happening without any delay
The immediate reaction of the crowd was one of laughter.
impulse
a sudden desire to do something that is not planned or considered carefully
I had a sudden impulse to buy that $300 bag.
indulge
to have or do things that you don't normally let yourself have or do
He was on a diet of vegetables only, but one day he indulged in a small bowl of ice cream.
obsession
idea or habit that controls the mind
Her obsession with cats was the cause of their divorce.
prevalent
being common; occurring across a large area or group of people
Physical and mental abuse is very prevalent in homes where the parents are addicted to drugs.
speculate
to think about something and guess what is possible or likely
Since she never talks, we can only speculate what she is thinking.
symptom
a sign in the body or mind that appears to suggest that one has an illness
An early symptom of a cold is a sore throat.
whim
a sudden thought or desire
You must learn to control your whims to buy things you don't need.
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