VOCABULARY

1. ASSUMPTION: something that you think is true without having any proof.

We tend to make assumptions about people who are fat.

One assumption I had about distance learning was that self-motivation

and self-discipline would play a crucial role in my place.

2. ENHANCE: to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something.

These scandals will not enhance the organizations reputation.

I can translate the benefits of online technology to enhance the dialogue.

3. SUBSEQUENT: happening after something else.

His misbehaviour and subsequent dismissal from the firm were reported in

the newspaper.

Student feedback influenced the direction Professor Duneier took in

subsequent video chats.

4. TRIGGER: the part of a gun that you pull when you shoot.

He aimed the rifle at her, but did not pull the trigger.

They alter mood and often trigger enjoyable feelings.

5. WITHDRAWAL: the act of removing something, especially because of an official

decision.

Despite the withdrawal of financial support, the festival went ahead.

He suffers from withdrawal symptoms.

6. URGE: to try to persuade someone to do something.

His parents urged him to go to university.

Some student report that sitting in class can trigger an urge to check their

smartphone for news updates and e-mail.