Vocabulary Academic Vocabulary 2

Question 1

What does 'superficial' mean?

Accepted Answer

Existing on the surface; not thorough or deep

Answer

Superficial means relating only to the surface or appearance, lacking depth, thoroughness, or genuine substance.

Question 2

What does 'alleviate' mean?

Accepted Answer

To make something less severe or to partially relieve

Answer

To alleviate means to make suffering, a problem, or a burden less severe without removing it completely.

Question 3

What does 'meticulous' mean?

Accepted Answer

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise

Answer

A meticulous person pays extremely close attention to every detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in their work.

Question 4

What does 'inevitable' mean?

Accepted Answer

Certain to happen; unavoidable

Answer

If something is inevitable, it cannot be prevented or avoided — it is bound to happen no matter what.

Question 5

What does 'innovative' mean?

Accepted Answer

Introducing new ideas, methods, or products; creative and original

Answer

Innovation involves creating something new or finding a novel approach to an existing problem, going beyond conventional methods.

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