W12 AWL Sublist 7 warm-up

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Adapt (verb)

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• Definition: To change something to suit new conditions or needs.

• Example: Students must adapt to different teaching styles.

• Synonyms: adjust, modify, accommodate

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2. Empirical (adjective)

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• Definition: Based on observation or experience rather than theory.

• Example: The research was supported by empirical data.

• Synonyms: observed, practical, experimental

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3. Hierarchy (noun)

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• Definition: A system where people or things are ranked according to status or authority.

• Example: The company has a clear hierarchy of roles.

• Synonyms: ranking, structure, order

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4. Innovate (verb)

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• Definition: To introduce new ideas, methods, or products.

• Example: The team aims to innovate in digital learning tools.

• Synonyms: invent, create, modernise

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5. Paradigm (noun)

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• Definition: A typical example or model of something; a framework of ideas.

• Example: Online education has changed the traditional learning paradigm.

• Synonyms: model, pattern, example

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6. Phenomenon (noun)

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Definition: An observable event or fact, especially one that is unusual or interesting.

• Example: Migration is a global phenomenon influenced by many factors.

• Synonyms: event, occurrence, happening

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7. Priority (noun)

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• Definition: Something that is considered more important than others.

• Example: Safety is a top priority in the workplace.

• Synonyms: importance, focus, concern

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8. Quote (verb/noun)

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• Definition: To repeat someone’s exact words; a statement cited from a source.

• Example: She quoted a famous author in her essay.

• Synonyms: cite, repeat, reference

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9. Survive (verb)

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• Definition: To continue to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions.

• Example: The species survived by adapting to its environment.

• Synonyms: endure, persist, live

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10. Ultimate (adjective)

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• Definition: Final or most important; happening at the end.

• Example: The ultimate goal is to improve student outcomes.

• Synonyms: final, greatest, eventual