DEFINITIONS
Cornerstone
The essential, foundational element of something (e.g., "Trust is the cornerstone of any good relationship").
Abrasive
Harsh or rough in manner or texture (e.g., "His abrasive tone offended many people").
Fervent
Adjective – Showing intense passion or emotion (e.g., "She was a fervent supporter of human rights").
Resilient
Able to recover quickly from difficulty or adapt to change (e.g., "Children are often very resilient").
Phenomenon
An observable event or fact, especially one that is unusual or difficult to understand (e.g., "The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon").
Rudimentary
Basic, simple, or undeveloped (e.g., "He had only a rudimentary understanding of physics").
Marred
Damaged or spoiled, especially in appearance or quality (e.g., "The painting was marred by a large scratch").
Profound
Adjective – Very great or intense (e.g., "His speech had a profound impact on the audience").
Sustain
To maintain or continue something over time (e.g., "They worked hard to sustain the company through tough times").
Discrepancy
A difference or inconsistency between two or more things (e.g., "There is a discrepancy between the reports").
Milestone
A significant event or achievement in a process or timeline (e.g., "Graduation was a major milestone in her life").
Depletion
The gradual reduction or exhaustion of a resource (e.g., "The depletion of natural resources is a global concern").
Empower
Verb – To give someone power or authority; to make someone stronger or more confident (e.g., "Education can empower individuals to change their lives").
Withstand
To resist or endure something successfully (e.g., "The bridge is designed to withstand strong winds")
Interconnected
Mutually joined or related (e.g., "All ecosystems are interconnected").
Protocol
An official procedure or system of rules (e.g., "The lab follows strict safety protocols").
Deteriorate
To become worse in condition or quality over time (e.g., "The building began to deteriorate after years of neglect").
Advocacy
Noun – Public support or argument for a cause or policy (e.g., "She is involved in environmental advocacy").
Boundless
Without limits; infinite (e.g., "He had boundless energy and enthusiasm").
Disrupt
To interrupt or cause disorder in a system or process (e.g., "The storm disrupted power supplies across the region").
Originate
To begin or arise from a source (e.g., "The tradition is believed to originate in ancient times").
Impair
To weaken or damage something (especially a function or ability) (e.g., "Lack of sleep can impair judgment").
Consciousness
Noun – The state of being aware, especially of thoughts and surroundings (e.g., "He regained consciousness after fainting").
Enduring
Long-lasting; continuing over time (e.g., "Their enduring friendship lasted decades").
Facilitate
To make a process or action easier or more efficient (e.g., "Technology can facilitate communication").