☆ - DAY 20

 

 

1. advocate /ˈædvəkeɪt/ (verb/noun) – 옹호하다; 지지자
   ▸ Environmental groups advocate for stricter regulations on industrial waste.
   ▸ 환경 단체들은 산업 폐기물에 대한 더 엄격한 규제를 옹호한다.
   
   
   
2. comprise /kəmˈpraɪz/ (verb) – 구성하다, 포함하다
   ▸ The new coalition government comprises five different political parties.
   ▸ 새 연립정부는 다섯 개의 서로 다른 정당으로 구성되어 있다.
   
   
   
3. deplete /dɪˈpliːt/ (verb) – 고갈시키다, 다 써버리다
   ▸ Intensive farming has depleted the region’s natural water resources.
   ▸ 집약 농업은 해당 지역의 천연 수자원을 고갈시켰다.
   
   
   
4. legitimate /lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/ (adjective) – 정당한, 합법적인
   ▸ The protesters have raised legitimate concerns about the fairness of the trial.
   ▸ 시위자들은 재판의 공정성에 대해 정당한 우려를 제기했다.
   
   
   
5. curtail /kɜːrˈteɪl/ (verb) – 축소하다, 줄이다
   ▸ The airline has curtailed its operations due to declining passenger demand.
   ▸ 항공사는 승객 수요 감소로 운항을 축소했다.
   
   
   
6. comply /kəmˈplaɪ/ (verb) – 따르다, 준수하다
   ▸ All contractors must comply with safety regulations.
   ▸ 모든 계약업체는 안전 규정을 준수해야 한다.
   
   
   
7. eradicate /ɪˈrædɪkeɪt/ (verb) – 근절하다, 제거하다
   ▸ Efforts to eradicate malaria have significantly reduced infection rates.
   ▸ 말라리아를 근절하려는 노력으로 감염률이 크게 줄었다.
   
   
   
8. subsequent /ˈsʌbsɪkwənt/ (adjective) – 그 다음의, 차후의
   ▸ The initial survey and subsequent interviews confirmed the findings.
   ▸ 초기 조사와 차후 인터뷰가 그 결과를 확인시켜 주었다.
   
   
   
9. viable /ˈvaɪəbl/ (adjective) – 실행 가능한, 성공할 수 있는
   ▸ Solar energy has become a viable alternative to fossil fuels.
   ▸ 태양 에너지는 화석 연료의 실행 가능한 대안이 되었다.
   
   
   
10. widespread /ˈwaɪdspred/ (adjective) – 널리 퍼진, 광범위한
    ▸ There is widespread support for renewable energy initiatives.
    ▸ 재생 에너지 계획에 대한 광범위한 지지가 있다.
    
    
    

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News

The government’s decision to curtail subsidies has led to widespread criticism from small businesses.

Structure Analysis:

• Main clause: The government’s decision… has led to… (현재완료 시제)
• Infinitive purpose: to curtail subsidies (to + 동사원형)
• Result clause: has led to widespread criticism (결과 표현)

해석:
정부의 보조금 축소 결정은 소상공인들로부터 광범위한 비판을 불러일으켰다.

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TIME For Quiz

 

 

Question 1.
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:
The new legislation aims to ______ carbon emissions over the next decade.
a) curtail
b) comprise
c) advocate
d) comply

Answer: a) curtail
Explanation: "curtail" means to reduce, especially something negative like emissions.

Question 2.
Which of the following best defines "viable" as used in academic contexts?
a) Legal or lawful
b) Possible to achieve or succeed
c) Requiring detailed analysis
d) Approved by authorities

Answer: b) Possible to achieve or succeed
Explanation: "viable" refers to something feasible or capable of working successfully.

 

Question 3.
Complete the sentence using the most appropriate word from the list:
Despite repeated efforts, poverty remains ______ in many rural areas.

Answer: widespread
Explanation: "widespread" fits best to describe something that affects many areas or people.

Question 4.
Identify the correct synonym for "eradicate".
a) enhance
b) eliminate
c) consider
d) protect

Answer: b) eliminate
Explanation: "eradicate" means to completely remove or destroy something.

 

 

 

Question 5.
Choose the correct word:
All employees must ______ with the updated privacy policy.
Answer: comply
Explanation: "comply with" means to follow or adhere to rules or standards.

 

 

 

Question 6.
Which sentence uses "subsequent" correctly?
a) The subsequent of the report was published last week.
b) He subsequent completed the project successfully.
c) Subsequent events confirmed the initial hypothesis.
d) They plan to subsequent review the data.

Answer: c) Subsequent events confirmed the initial hypothesis.
Explanation: "subsequent" means following in time, properly used before a noun.

 

 

 

Question 7.
Fill in the blank:
The organization continues to ______ for equal access to education.

Answer: advocate
Explanation: "advocate for" means to support or argue in favor of something.

 

 

 

Question 8.
Which word best completes the sentence?
The investigation revealed that the group ______ several influential members.

Answer: comprises
Explanation: "comprise" means to consist of or include.

 

 

 

Question 9.
Which of the following is closest in meaning to "legitimate"?
a) official
b) lawful
c) optional
d) uncertain

Answer: b) lawful
Explanation: "legitimate" refers to something lawful or justifiable.

 

 

 

Question 10.
Which of these would most likely become depleted over time?
a) Knowledge
b) Natural resources
c) Legislation
d) Social media

Answer: b) Natural resources
Explanation: "deplete" means to use up the supply or resources.