hi!!!

welcome to my word bucket

*i go in deeper detail on each she
here is a quick overview of the contents optimised while i studied for singa

SYNONYMS words that frequently come out in SAQ / summar

VOCABULARY words to add ✨flair✨ to your writing
PHRASES for writing more cohesively and linking your parag
GTK "good to know": concepts i found intriguing over t
how to get the most out of this spreadsheet
this is not a foolproof 100% "confirm get A" list of words/phr
rather, i hope to inspire you to start your OWN word bucket and m
learning is a process and you definitely can't skip that,
but hopefully this resource will be a useful stepping stone in that p
after all, the best way to learn is by doing it yourself :-)
final comments...
ALL THE BEST! honestly gp was one of the subjects i had the mo
i feel that as long as you write about what you're passionate abou
jiayousss again!!! may u achieve ur hopes n dreams in 2022
jacobcdef share this with ur friends
why are u reading this
go read one straits times article NOW
go in deeper detail on each sheet
timised while i studied for singapore's General Paper a-levels but im sure it will suffice if ure not from sg!

out in SAQ / summary

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and linking your paragraphs
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ourself :-)

subjects i had the most fun studying.

u're passionate about, you can't go wrong
dreams in 2022
h ur friends to crush gp this year
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# Word Replacements i wouldnt think of this
0 define encapsulate / constructs / represents /
0 framework guidelines / norms / codes of conduct / principles / structure /
0 ability capacity
0 curiosity inquisitiveness /
1 complacency self-satisfied / smug / over-confidence /
1 engine driver / tool / platform /
1 fleeting temporal / transient /
1 humility modesty /
1 failure adversity / trials / tribulations / setbacks / defeat /
1 spread propagate / disseminate / circulate / distribute / publicise / b /
1 inevitable unavoidable /
1 accept adhere / follow
1 accessible available / inclusive
1 active deliberate / conscious / effort
1 judge assess
1 just only / merely
1 largely primarily
1 transmit pass on
1 undesirable unfavourable / unwelcome
1 unhealthy excessive
1 very intense / hyper / extreme / highly
1 vivid rich / intense
1 worry agonise
1 number of variety of / many different
2 dignity self-respect / worth / value / regard /
2 losses bereavements / adjustments / acclimate / bear with change /
2 open-hearted sincere / loving / caring / warm / genuine /
2 forgotten ignored / overlooked / marginalised / side-lined / neglected
2 good citizenshsocially-responsible / ethical / caring
2 health well-being
2 hierarchical rank order / scales / levels of xx
2 ill-equipped poorly prepared
2 improvise find new ways
2 inauthentic fake / not genuine
2 indifferent uninterested / unimpressed
2 jumped out in fsurpassed / excelled / thriving / exceeded expectations
2 laws standards
2 laziness idle / indolent
2 productive efficient / effective
2 propel spur / push / drive
2 raised to new lstep further / greater heights
2 rampant widespread / pervasive
2 rare unusual / infrequent / scarce
2 recognisably visbily / perceptibly / observably
2 recognise acknowledge / realise
2 reflecting representing
2 reinforce strengthen / deepen
2 relentless unceasing / unyielding / constant / incessant / unabating
2 remade replicate
2 resist withstand
2 restorative curative / regenerative
2 retrieve capture
2 savage distressed / distraught / embittered
2 sceptical questioning / mistrust / way / doubt
2 sociability community spirit / camaraderie / friendliness
2 solace comfort
2 soothe comfort / gives us solace / assuage / placate / bring balm to
2 soulless lifeless / void of passion
2 spectacle superficial / staged / contrived / a mere show
2 staunchly rigid / fixed
2 stimulation excitement / vibrancy
2 tokenistic symbolic
2 advocacy activism
2 define delineate / describe / explain
2 consideration thought / delibearation
2 explosion deluge / inundation
3 introspection self-scrutiny /
3 alienating distancing
3 battering challenges / problems / setbacks
3 beautiful sadn poignancy / melancholy
3 crummier worsen / exacerbate
3 disproportionamore than their fair share
3 distinction difference / separation
3 dream-like stupor
3 fake insincere
3 hold dear value / treasure
3 lack of diversithomogeneous
3 lepers shunned / rejected / ostracised / outcast
3 persuade (of alegitimise / justify / rationalise
3 populist mainstream
3 self-esteem self-confidence / self-assurance
3 snowball lead to avalanche connected to trigger
3 subversive seditious
3 sunshine optimistic
3 symptomatic representative / indicative
3 tattle complain
3 unreflective thoughtless / unthinking / unrepresentative
3 vicious cycle dangerous loop
3 repressive dictatorial / tyrannical
3 enshrine revere
3 constitutions governing principles
3 oversimplified reductionistic / black-and-white
3 violate infringe
 Word Part of Speec
0 chimera noun
1 adduce verb
1 agnostic adj
1 apocryphal adj
1 aspersion noun
1 augment verb
1 aver verb
1 backsliding noun
1 bedrock noun
1 calumniate verb
1 canvass verb
1 capricious adj
1 censorious adj
1 cloistered adj
1 concretise verb
1 confer noun
1 contrarian noun
1 corollary noun
1 death knell noun
1 deleterious adj
1 demur verb
1 desideratum noun
1 disenfranchisverb
1 double down verb
1 efficacious adj
1 egregious adj
1 emancipated adj
1 emblematic adj
1 encumbrancenoun
1 espouse verb
1 evince verb
1 exhort verb
1 expostulate verb
1 fallow adj
1 fester verb
1 flashpoint noun
1 foment verb
1 fount noun
1 furore noun
1 germane adj
1 guise noun
1 harbinger noun
1 iconoclastic adj
1 imbue verb
1 impinge verb
1 implacable noun
1 impotence noun
1 incontrovertibl adj
1 insidious adj
1 insouciant adj
1 institutionali adj
1 intractable adj
1 milieu noun
1 mired adj
1 modicum noun
1 ne plus ultra noun
1 neuter verb
1 palliative adj
1 panacea noun
1 paragon noun
1 parochial adj
1 patina noun
1 pernicious adj
1 pervade verb
1 perverted adj
1 polemical adj
1 portend verb
1 portentous adj
1 preclude verb
1 predispose verb
1 presumptuousadj
1 prodigious adj
1 proffer verb
1 prognosticateverb
1 promulgate verb
1 propound verb
1 prudent adj
1 quagmire noun
1 rectitude noun
1 redress verb
1 rehash verb
1 sea change noun
1 specious adj
1 spurious adj
1 stymie verb
1 sully verb
1 supplant verb
1 trumpet verb
1 undergird verb
1 untenable adj
1 untrammelled adj
1 vagary noun
1 valorise verb
1 veneer noun
1 veracity noun
1 vested interestnoun
1 aberration noun
1 acquiescence noun
1 antagonistic adj
1 appendage noun
1 assent noun
1 assuage verb
1 conduce verb
1 confound verb
1 Damoclean swnoun
1 dogma noun
1 eviscerate verb
1 fait accompli noun
1 impugn verb
1 incipient adj
1 libel noun
1 metamorphoseverb
1 microcosm noun
1 patent adj
1 perennial adj
1 pernicious adj
1 polestar noun
1 precipitate verb
1 precipitously adv
1 prognosis noun
1 proscription noun
1 putative noun
1 quandary noun
1 simulacrum noun
1 callous adj
1 chicanery noun
1 byword noun
1 upbraid verb
1 trenchant adj
1 disamenity noun
2 abdication noun
2 abounding adj
2 accrue verb
2 acerbic adj
2 acme noun
2 acquiescence noun
2 acrimony noun
2 adept adj
2 adroit adj
2 adulatory adj
2 adulterate verb
2 affront noun
2 amoral adj
2 apogee noun
2 ardent adj
2 arresting adj
2 attendant adj
2 attuned adj
2 august adj
2 axiom noun
2 axiomatic adj
2 bailiwick noun
2 bastions noun
2 benign adj
2 bona fide adj
2 bulwark noun
2 burnish verb
2 canker noun
2 castigate verb
2 chafe verb
2 coalesce verb
2 commiserate verb
2 conflate verb
2 connnivance noun
2 construe verb
2 couch verb
2 countenance noun
2 countenance verb
2 credo noun
2 dearth noun
2 decry verb
2 delineate verb
2 diametrical adj
2 diaspora noun
2 dissonance noun
2 en masse adj
2 endow verb
2 enigmatic adj
2 erstwhile adj
2 esoteric adj
2 excoriate verb
2 extol verb
2 fallacious adj
2 fete verb
2 fettered adj
2 foibles noun
2 foist verb
2 galvanic adj
2 germ noun
2 graft verb
2 hamstring verb
2 immanent adj
2 immemorial adj
2 impasse noun
2 impunity noun
2 inane adj
2 incendiary adj
2 inchoate adj
2 indict verb
2 inexorable adj
2 innocuous adj
2 inoculate verb
2 insularity noun
2 interloper noun
2 interplay noun
2 intractable adj
2 inundate verb
2 jaundiced adj
2 jury-rigged adj
2 lacuna noun
2 lampoon verb
2 liminal adj
2 malaise noun
2 messianic adj
2 morass noun
2 nascent adj
2 nebulous adj
2 obfuscate verb
2 obsolescence noun
2 onerous adj
2 opprobrium noun
2 overt adj
2 parallel adj
2 parse verb
2 partisan adj
2 paucity noun
2 pejorative adj
2 penchant noun
2 perforce adv
2 pillory verb
2 pipe dream noun
2 platitude noun
2 pliant adj
2 plurality noun
2 postulate verb
2 pregnant adj
2 preponderanc noun
2 prerogative noun
2 prescribe verb
2 preserve noun
2 problematise verb
2 proclivity noun
2 profound adj
2 propensity noun
2 purport verb
2 purview noun
2 quagmire noun
2 quid pro quo noun
2 quintessential adj
2 quixotic adj
2 rack verb
2 rankle verb
2 ratify verb
2 recourse noun
2 redolent adj
2 refrain noun
2 regress verb
2 rejoinder noun
2 replete adj
2 reprehensible adj
2 reprieve noun
2 revisionist adj
2 rose-tinted adj
2 runaway adj
2 sacroscant adj
2 sanguine adj
2 servile (simp) adj
2 Sisyphean tasnoun
2 spectre noun
2 stridently adv
2 suasion noun
2 surreptitious adj
2 tenuous adj
2 tone-deaf adj
2 touchstone noun
2 transience noun
2 unabated adj
2 unbridled adj
2 universality noun
2 valorise verb
2 vestige noun
2 vicissitude noun
2 vicissitude noun
2 vitriol noun
2 winnow verb
2 wont adj
2 abdicate verb
2 ad nauseam adv
2 ancillary adj
2 ardour noun
2 beatific adj
2 beguiles verb
2 bequeath verb
2 cadre noun
2 caprice noun
2 capricious adj
2 cascade verb
2 clandestine adj
2 commensurateadj
2 conciliatory adj
2 crucible noun
2 decouple verb
2 deference noun
2 disingenuous adj
2 enmesh verb
2 eschew verb
2 faculty noun
2 forbearance noun
2 harangue verb
2 heterodox adj
2 incontinent adj
2 infallible adj
2 inimical adj
2 invective noun
2 irascible adj
2 laggard adj
2 Leviathan noun
2 maladjustmentnoun
2 pantheon noun
2 pathfinder noun
2 quiescence noun
2 remove noun
2 repository noun
2 repudiate verb
2 shorthand noun
2 strife noun
2 subversion noun
2 traduce verb
2 unfettered adj
2 volition noun
2 watershed noun
2 whim noun
2 witting adj
2 augment verb
2 monolithic adj
2 complicit adj
2 impunity noun
2 roil verb
2 ascendant addj
2 obfuscate verb
2 augur verb
2 vitriolic adj
2 caustic adj
2 brook verb
3 anthropomorphverb
3 aberration noun
3 ad hominem adj
3 amity noun
3 aphorism noun
3 avarice noun
3 beatific adj
3 bellicose adj
3 beneficence noun
3 bully pulpit noun
3 Cassandra noun
3 codify verb
3 confluence noun
3 conviviality noun
3 docent noun
3 endemic adj
3 eschew verb
3 extant adj
3 fatalistic adj
3 fracas noun
3 frisson noun
3 frivolity noun
3 ignominy noun
3 levity noun
3 malfeasance noun
3 moot point noun
3 nigh adv
3 nihilistic adj
3 oeuvre noun
3 paean noun
3 Pareto-optimaladj
3 pecuniary adj
3 peroration noun
3 polyphony noun
3 precocious adj
3 prelapsarian adj
3 prevaricator noun
3 profligacy noun
3 reflexivity noun
3 remunerate verb
3 reprise verb
3 reticent adj
3 roil verb
3 sequestered adj
3 stressor noun
3 sui generis adj
3 terra incognitanoun
3 tokenism noun
3 tranche noun
3 unabridged adj
3 voyeuristic adj
3 willfully adv
3 caucus noun
3 didactic adj
3 hawkish adj
3 idle adj
3 ipso facto adv
3 pied piper noun
3 truism noun
3 coddle verb
3 firmament noun
Definition
a thing which is hoped for but is illusory or impossible to achieve
cite as evidence
(in a non-religious context) having a doubtful or non-committal attitude towards something
(of a story or statement) of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true
an attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something
make (something) greater by adding to it; increase
state or assert to be the case
the action of relapsing into bad ways or error
the fundamental principles on which something is based
make false and defamatory statements about
propose (an idea or plan) for discussion
changing according to no discernible rules; unpredictable
severely critical of others
kept away from the outside world; sheltered
make (an idea or concept) real; give specific or definite form to
grant (a title, degree, benefit, or right)
opposing or rejecting popular opinion or current practice
a direct or natural consequence or result
used to refer to the imminent destruction or failure of something
causing harm or damage
raise objections / show reluctance
something that is needed or wanted
deprive (someone) of a right or privilege
strengthen commitment to a strategy / course of action, especially one that is risky
(of something inanimate or abstract) successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective
outstandingly bad; shocking
to be freed from restraint, control, or the power of another
serving as a symbol of a particular quality or concept; symbolic
an impediment or burden
adopt / support (cause / belief / way of life)
reveal the presence of (a quality or feeling); indicate
strongly encourage / urge somebody to do something
express strong disapproval or disagreement
characterised by inaction; unproductive
(of a negative feeling or a problem) become worse or more intense, especially through long-term neglect or indiffere
a place, event, or time at which violence or hostility flares up
instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action)
a source of a desirable quality or commodity
an outbreak of public anger / excitement
relevant to a subject under consideration
an external form / appearance / manner of presentation, typically concealing something's true
nature
anything that foreshadows a future event; omen; sign
criticising / attacking cherished beliefs / institutions
inspire or permeate with (a feeling or quality)
have an effect, especially a negative one
unable to be stopped; relentless
inability to take effective action; helplessness
not able to be denied or disputed
proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with very harmful effects
showing casual lack of concern
established as convention / norm in organisation / culture
hard to control or deal with
a person's social environment
to be involved in (a difficult situation)
a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something desirable or valuable
the perfect or most extreme example of its kind; the ultimate
make ineffective
intended to alleviate a problem without addressing the underlying cause
a solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases
person / thing regarded as perfect example of particular quality
having a limited or narrow outlook or scope
the impression or appearance of something
have a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way
be present and apparent throughout
(of a thing) having been corrupted or distorted from its original course, meaning, or state
of or involving strongly critical or disputatious writing or speech
be a sign / warning something (momentous / calamitous) is likely to happen
of or like a portent; of momentous significance
prevent from happening; make impossible
make someone liable or inclined to a specified attitude, action, or condition
(of a person or their behaviour) failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
hold out or put forward (something) to someone for acceptance
foretell or prophesy (a future event)
promote or make widely known (an idea or cause)
put forward (an idea or theory) for consideration by others
acting with / showing thought for the future
an awkward, complex, or hazardous situation
morally correct behaviour or thinking; righteousness
remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation)
consider / discuss at length after something happened
a profound or notable transformation
superficially plausible, but actually wrong
not being what it purports to be; false; fake
prevent / hinder the progress of
damage the purity or integrity of
supersede and replace
proclaim widely or loudly
provide support or a firm basis for
(position / view) not able to be maintained / defended against attack or objection
not deprived of freedom of action or expression; not restricted or hampered
an unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or in someone's behaviour
give / ascribe value / validity to
attractive appearance that covers / disguises someone / something's true nature / feeling
conformity to facts
a personal reason for involvement in an undertaking or situation, especially an expectation of financial or other gain
a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically an unwelcome one
the reluctant acceptance of something without protest
showing or feeling active opposition or hostility towards someone or something
a thing that is added or attached to something larger or more important
the expression of approval or agreement
make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense
help to bring about (a particular situation or outcome)
cause surprise or confusion in (someone), especially by not according with their expectations
used to refer to an extremely precarious and threatening situation
a principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true
deprive (something) of its essential content
a thing that has already happened or been decided before those affected hear about it, leaving them with no option
dispute the truth, validity, or honesty of (a statement or motive); call into question
beginning to happen or develop
a false and typically malicious statement about a person
to change strikingly the appearance or character of / transform
a community, place, or situation regarded as encapsulating in miniature the characteristics of something much large
easily recognizable; obvious
lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time; enduring or continually recurring
having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way
a directing principle
cause (an event or situation, typically one that is undesirable) to happen suddenly, unexpectedly, or prematurely
hastily and without careful consideration
a forecast of the likely outcome of a situation
the action of forbidding something; banning
generally considered or reputed to be
a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation
an image or representation of someone or something
showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.
the use of deception or subterfuge to achieve one's purpose.
a person or thing cited as a notable and outstanding example or embodiment of something.
find fault with (someone); scold.
vigorous or incisive in expression or style.
the unpleasant quality or character of something.
failure to fulfil a responsibility or duty
very plentiful; abundant
accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time
(especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright
the point at which something is at its best or most highly developed
the reluctant acceptance of something without protest
bitterness or ill feeling
very skilled / proficient in something
clever or skilful
excessively praising or admiring
render (something) poorer in quality by adding another substance
action / remark that causes outrage or offense
lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something
the highest point in the development of something; a climax or culmination
very enthusiastic or passionate
striking; eye-catching
occurring with or as a result of
receptive / aware
respected and impressive
statement / preposition regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true
self-evident or unquestionable
one's sphere of operations or area of interest
an institution, place, or person strongly maintaining particular principles, attitudes, or activities
mild and favourable
genuine / real
a person or thing that acts as a defence
enhance / improve
a malign and corrupting influence that is difficult to eradicate
reprimand (someone) severely
become or make annoyed or impatient because of a restriction or inconvenience
combine (elements) in a mass or whole
express or feel sympathy or pity; sympathise
combine (two or more sets of information, texts, ideas, etc.) into one
willingness to allow or be secretly involved in an immoral or illegal act
interpret (a word or action) in a particular way
express (something) in language of a specified style.
support or approval
admit as acceptable or possible
any system of principles that guide a person or group
a scarcity or lack of something
publicly denounce
describe or portray (something) precisely
(of opposites) complete; absolute
people who have spread or been dispersed from their homeland
lack of harmony / agreement between people / things
in a group / all together
provide with a quality, ability, or asset
difficult to understand / mysterious
former
intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest
criticise severely
praise enthusiastically
based on a mistaken belief
honour or entertain (someone) lavishly
restricted; confined
a minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character
impose an unwelcome or unnecessary person or thing on
sudden and dramatic
an initial stage
combine from which
or integrate something
(an idea, system,may
etc.)develop
with another, typically in a way considered
inappropriate.
severely restrict efficiency / effectiveness
existing or operating within; inherent
originating in the distant past; very old
situation where no progress is possible, especially because of a disagreement / deadlock
exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action
lacking sense / meaning; silly
tending to stir up conflict
just begun and so not fully formed or developed; rudimentary
formally accuse of or charge with a crime
impossible to stop or prevent
not harmful or offensive
treat with a vaccine to produce immunity against a disease; vaccinate
ignorance of or lack of interest in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience
somebody who becomes involved in a place / situation where they are not wanted / considered
the way in which two or more things have an effect on each other
hard to control or deal with
overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with
affected by bitterness, resentment, or cynicism
makeshift repairs made with only the tools and materials at hand
an unfilled space; a gap
publicly criticise something / somebody by using ridicule / irony / sarcasm
relating to a transitional or initial stage of a process
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
fervent or passionate
complicated / confused situation
(especially of a process or organization) just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potentia
(of a concept) vague or ill-defined
make obscure, unclear, or unintelligible
the process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used
(task / responsibility) involve a great deal of effort trouble or difficultry
harsh criticism or censur
done or shown openly; plainly apparent
occurring or existing at the same time or in a similar way; corresponding
analyse (a string or text) into logical syntactic components
prejudiced in favour of a particular cause
presence of something in small / insufficient quantities / amounts
expressing contempt or disapproval
a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something
used to express necessity or inevitability
attack or ridicule publicly
unattainable / fanciful hope or scheme
a remark or statement, especially one with a moral content, that has been used too often to be interesting or though
easily influenced / directed; yielding
the fact or state of being plural
suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of (something) as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief.
full of meaning; significant or suggestive
the quality or fact of being greater in number, quantity, or importance
a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class
recommend (a substance or action) as something beneficial
a sphere of activity regarded as being reserved for a particular person or group
make into ortoregard
a tendency chooseasora do
problem requiring
something a solution
regularly; an inclination or predisposition towards a
particular thing
having / showing great knowledge or insight
an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way
appear to be or do something, especially falsely
scope of influence / concerns of something
an awkward, complex, or hazardous situation
a favour or advantage granted in return for something
representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class
extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical
cause extreme pain, anguish, or distress to
cause continuing annoyance / resentment
sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it officially valid
a source of help in a difficult situation
strongly reminiscent or suggestive of
a comment or complaint that is often repeated
return to a former or less developed state
a reply, especially a sharp or witty one
filled or well-supplied with something
deserving censure or condemnation
a cancellation or postponement of an undesirable event
advocating a policy of revision or modification
excessively optimistic
out of control
(especially of a principle, place, or routine) regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with
optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation
having or showing
pointless, fruitless, an
andexcessive willingness
unrewarding task thattomust
servebe
orrepeated
please others
over and over again; and endless
task
something widely feared as a possible unpleasant or dangerous occurrence
in an extremely forceful way
persuasion as opposed to force or compulsion
kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of
very weak
having or slight an obtuse insensitivity or lack of perception particularly in matters of public
or showing
sentiment, opinion, or taste
standard / criterion by which something is judged or recognised
the state or fact of lasting only for a short time; transitoriness
without reduction in intensity / strength
uncontrolled; unconstrained
the quality of involving or being shared by all people or things in the world or in a particular group
give or ascribe value or validity to
a trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists
a change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant
alternation between opposite or contrasting things
bitter criticism or malice
remove (people or things) from a group until only the best ones are left
(of a person) in the habit of doing something; accustomed.
fail to fulfil or undertake (a responsibility or duty)
used to refer to the fact that something has been done or repeated so often that it has become annoying or tiresom
providing necessary support to the primary activities or operation of an organization, system, etc
great enthusiasm or passion
feeling or expressing blissful happiness
charm or enchant (someone), often in a deceptive way
pass (something) on or leave (something) to someone else
a small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession
a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behaviour
given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour
pass (something) on to a succession of others
kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit
corresponding in size or degree; in proportion
intended or likely to placate or pacify
a situation of severe trial, or in which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new.
separate, disengage, or dissociate (something) from something else
polite submission and respect
not candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.
involve (someone) in a difficult situation from which it is hard to escape
deliberately avoid using; abstain from
an aptitude for doing something
patient self-control; restraint and tolerance
lecture (someone) at length in an aggressive and critical manner
not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
lacking self-restraint; uncontrolled
incapable of making mistakes or being wrong
tending to obstruct or harm
insulting, abusive, or highly critical language
having or showing a tendency to be easily angered
slower than desired or expected
something monstrous or of enormous size
failure to cope with the demands of a normal social environment
a group of particularly respected, famous, or important people
an experimental plan or forecast
inactivity or dormancy
a degree of remoteness or separation
a person or thing regarded as a store of information or in which a particular quality may be found
refuse to accept; reject
a short and simple way of expressing or referring to something
angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict
the undermining of the power and authority of an established system or institution
speak badly of or tell lies about (someone) so as to damage their reputation
unrestrained or uninhibited
the faculty or power of using one's will
an event or period marking a turning point in a situation
a sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained
done in full awareness or consciousness; deliberate
make (something) greater by adding to it; increase.
(of an organisation or system) large, powerful, indivisible, and slow to change.
involved with others in an activity that is unlawful or morally wrong.
exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.
make (someone) annoyed or irritated.
rising in power or influence.
make obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.
(of an event or circumstance) portend a good or bad outcome.
filled with bitter criticism or malice.
sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.
tolerate or allow (something, typically dissent or opposition).
attribute human characteristics or behaviour to (a god, animal, or object)
a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically an unwelcome one
(of an argument or reaction) directed against a person rather than the position they are maintaining
friendly relations
a concise statement of a scientific principle, typically by a classical author
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feeling or expressing blissful happiness
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the quality of being friendly and lively; friendliness
a person who acts as a guide, typically on a voluntary basis, in a museum, art gallery, or zoo
(of a disease or condition) regularly found among particular people or in a certain area
deliberately avoid using; abstain from
still in existence; surviving
relating to or characteristic of the belief that all events are predetermined and therefore inevitable
a noisy disturbance or quarrel
a sudden strong feeling of excitement or fear; a thrill
lack of seriousness; light-heartedness
public shame or disgrace
the treatment of a serious matter with humour or lack of due respect
wrongdoing, especially (US) by a public official
debatable question
almost
rejecting all religious and moral principles in the belief that life is meaningless
work of art, music, or literature
a song of praise or triumph
relating to or denoting a distribution of wealth such that any redistribution or other change beneficial
relating to or consisting of money
the concluding part of a speech, typically intended to inspire enthusiasm in the audience.
the style of simultaneously combining a number of parts, each forming an individual melody and harmonizing with e
(of a child) having developed certain abilities or inclinations at an earlier age than is usual or expected
characteristic of the time before the Fall of Man; innocent and unspoilt
a person who has lied or who lies repeatedly
reckless extravagance or wastefulness in the use of resources
the fact of someone being able to examine his or her own feelings, reactions, and motives and how these influence
pay (someone) for services rendered or work done
repeat (a piece of music or a performance)
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily
make (someone) annoyed or irritated
isolated and hidden away
something that causes a state of strain or tension
unique
unexplored field of knowledge
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a portion of something, especially money
(of a text) not cut or shortened; complete
deriving or relating to enjoyment from seeing the pain or distress of others
with a stubborn and determined intention to do as one wants, regardless of the consequences
a group within an organization or political party which meets independently to discuss strategy or tactics
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive
advocating an aggressive or warlike policy, especially in foreign affairs
(especially of a threat or boast) without foundation
by that very fact or act
one that offers strong but delusive enticement
a statement that is obviously true and says nothing new or interesting
treat (someone) in an indulgent or overprotective way.
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planned obsolescence
mounting pressures to "publish first or perish"
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gravy train
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soft power
revolving door
realpolitik
cottage industry
talk shop
celluloid ceiling
colour blind society
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cultural homogenisation
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soft power
virtue signalling
polarisation
consumerism
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achievement gap
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sticker shock
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first or perish"

usually i'll just come across these terms when i'm reading news
so i'll note them down here then google them when i'm free
i think it's good bc these concepts interest me so the learning is more organic
& im more likely to remember what i'm reading??? (does that make sense)
so u guys can consider making a list like this
Topic Person
Henry James (19th century
Art British-American linguist)
Art Michelle Obama
Art
Art
Education Audrey Hepburn
Education Nelson Mandela
Paulo Freire (Brazilian
Education educator)
Education
Education / Malala Yousafzai (US
Sonia Sotomayor
Gender
Education / Justice)
Meritocracy Chan Chun Sing
Environment Greta Thunberg of the
Secretary-General
Gender United Nations)
Gender Malala Yousafzai
Gender Hillary Clinton
Gender Emma Watson
Globalisation Chan Chun Sing
Health John Stuart Mill
Leader Bill Gates (MSNBC
Ali Velshi
Media correspondent)
Media Allen
WarrenGinsberg
Christopher (former
Media Secretary of State)
Media Jay Baer (American
Abraham Lincoln's writer)
Politics Gettysburg Address
Politics Martin Luther King Jr
Science Albert Einstein
Technology Elon Musk
Technology Stephen Hawking
Technology Albert Einstein
Zoop Proverb
Friedrich Nietzsche (German
Zoop philosopher)
Laszlo Polgar (Hungarian
Zoop psychologist)
Zoop Elon Musk
Zoop James
Elon R Bailey (Professor of
Musk
Leadership at George
Zoop Bill Gates University
Washington
Zoop School of Business)
Zoop Rees
Bong Quinn (author)
Joon Ho (director of
Media Parasite)
Quote
It is art that makes life, makes interest, makes importance.
the Arts definite who we are as a people and provide an acocunt of our history for the next generation
poetry is a vital necessity of our existence
poetry
A qualityis not a luxuryhas the power to transform societies in a single generation, provide children with the protection they need f
education
of poverty, labor exploitation and disease, and given them the knowledge, skills, and confidence to reach their full potential.
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
Education is freedom.
“ONE CHILD, ONE TEACHER, ONE BOOK, ONE PEN CAN CHANGE THE WORLD.”
Until we get equality in education, we will not have an equal society.
“Singapore aims to provide every individual with the means to realise their full potential”
It is not too late to admit that we have failed.
“Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, girls and boys. It is everyone's responsibility.”
We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.
We need to make equal pay and equal opportunity for women a reality so women’s rights are human rights once and for all
We want to end gender inequality -- and to do that, we need everyone to be involved.
A less connected world means a poorer world and fewer opportunities for all.
Over his mind and his body every individual is sovereign.
As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others.
"We Exist to Hold Power to Account"
Whoever controls the media - the images - controls the culture.
An independent and free media is essential to ensure democracy.
Content is fire, social media is gasoline.
Government of the people, for the people, by the people, shall not perish from the Earth.
I have a dream that one day, our children will be judged not by the colour of their skin, but by the content of their character.
Science without religion is lame, religion without science is blind.
With artificial intelligence, we are summoning the demon. (2014)
We are all connected by the Internet, like neurons in a giant brain.
It has become appallingly obvious that our technology has exceeded our humanity.
“The road to Hell is paved with good intentions”
You have your way. I have my way. As for the right way, the correct way, and the only way, it does not exist.
Geniuses are made, not born.
I think it is possible for ordinary people to choose to become extraordinary.
People work better when they know what the goal is and why.
Power comes not from knowledge kept, but knowledge shared.
These days, words are cheaper than ever.
History remembers the dreams that become a reality.
"Once you overcome the 1-inch-tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films."