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Advancement (n)
- The process of promoting a cause or plan.
- The promotion of a person in rank or status.
- Development or improvement.
-Recognize or ascertain what makes (someone or something) different.
-Make or become different in the process of growth or development.
differentiate (v)
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Repercussion (n)
-an unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.
-the recoil of something after impact.
A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.
narcissist (n)
Concessive clauses.
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Derive (v)
-obtain something from (a specified source).
-base a concept on a logical extension or modification of (another concept).
-(of a word) have (a specified word, usually of another language) as a root or origin.
The process of caring for and encouraging the growth or development of someone or something.
nurture (n)
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empirical (adj)
- based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
- The quality of being fair and impartial.
- The value of the shares issued by a company.
equity (n)
What function does Concessive clauses have?
Allows writers to acknowledge an alternative point of view, before presenting their own, often contrary position.
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Comprise (v)
-consist of; be made up of.
-make up; constitute.
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
empathy (n)
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perception (n)
-the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
-the state of being or process of becoming aware of something through the senses.
-a way of regarding, understanding, or interpreting something; a mental impression.
- A person's knowledge or experience of something.
- A person one knows slightly, but who is not a close friend.
acquaintance (n)
What are the 3 types of evidence according to the book?
1. Data form credible and unbiased sources.
2. An opinion from a credible and unbiased expert.
3. Anecdotal evidence.
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Disconcerting (adj)
-causing one to feel unsettled.
-It is a form of private equity and a type of financing that investors provide to startup companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential.
-Generally comes from well-off investors, investment banks and any other financial institutions.
venture capital (n)
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philanthropic (adj)
-(of a person or organization) seeking to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes; generous and benevolent.
The period following the onset of puberty during which a young person develops from a child into an adult.
Adolescence (n)
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All-or-nothing campaigns are perceived as less risky. -Economist, Thomas Kerr
An opinion from a credible and unbiased expert.
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Eradicate (v)
-destroy completely; put an end to.
- Contrary to the laws and customs of society; devoid of or antagonistic to sociable instincts or practices.
- Not sociable; not wanting the company of others.
anti-social (adj)
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tangible (adj)
- perceptible by touch.
A person, institution, or country that supports someone or something, especially financially.
Backer (n)
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I saw a campaign for a cool product called Flic. It's a button that can connect to any electronic device and has many functions. I think I should buy it.
-Lawyer, Bob Boston
Anecdotal evidence.