Essential TOEIC Vocabulary Runway

Front

Appointment (n)

/əˈpɔɪntmənt/

Back

A formal arrangement to meet or visit someone at a particular time.
Example: "I need to reschedule my dental appointment for next Tuesday."

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Checkup (n)

/ˈtʃɛkʌp/

Back

A medical examination to test your general state of health.
Example: "Employees are required to have an annual health checkup."

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Cover (v)

/ˈkʌvə/

Back

To include or deal with (often used regarding insurance paying for something).
Example: "Does this insurance policy cover dental surgery?"

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Diagnosis (n)

/ˌdaɪəɡˈnəʊsɪs/

Back

The identification of the nature of an illness or problem.

Example: "The doctor’s initial diagnosis was confirmed by the lab results."

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Emergency (n)

/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/

Back

A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
Example: "In case of emergency, please use the stairs, not the elevator."

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Insurance (n)

/ɪnˈʃʊərəns/

Back

Coverage by contract in which a company pays for loss or medical costs.
Example: "The company offers a comprehensive health insurance package."

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Persist (v)

/pəˈsɪst/

Back

To continue to exist (often unpleasant).
Example: "If symptoms persist, please consult your doctor immediately."

Front

Pharmacy (n)

/ˈfɑːməsi/

Back

A shop where medicinal drugs are prepared or sold.
Example: "You can pick up your prescription at the pharmacy downstairs."

Front

Prescription (n)

/prɪˈskrɪpʃn/

Back

An instruction written by a medical practitioner that authorizes a patient to be provided a medicine.
Example: "The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics."

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Symptom (n)

/ˈsɪmptəm/

Back

A physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease.

Example: "A fever is a common symptom of the flu."