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Change and development – English vocabulary

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33 English words with meanings: ahead of its time, blip, branch out, branch out into new directions, break out… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI…

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  1. ahead of its time (phrase) — more advanced or modern than the time it came from
    Example: The design was ahead of its time.
    Synonyms: innovative, modern, forward-thinking
  2. blip /blɪp/ (noun) — a small, brief change or problem that quickly goes away
    Example: The outage was only a blip in service.
    Synonyms: glitch, hiccup, brief problem
  3. branch out /bræntʃ aʊt/ (phrase) — to start doing new kinds of work or activities
    Example: The company wants to branch out into new markets.
    Synonyms: expand, diversify, grow
  4. branch out into new directions /brɑ:ntʃ aʊt 'ɪntu: nju: dɪ'rɛkʃənz/ (phrase) — to expand into several new areas or choices
    Example: The company plans to branch out into new directions next year.
    Synonyms: expand, diversify, grow into new areas
  5. break out /breɪk aʊt/ (phrase) — to suddenly start or escape
    Example: A fire can break out suddenly.
    Synonyms: start suddenly, erupt, escape
  6. breakout /'breɪkaʊt/ (noun) — a sudden escape, start, or success
    Example: The team had a breakout season.
    Synonyms: sudden success, emergence, escape
  7. breathe new life into /bri:ð nu: laɪf 'ɪntu:/ (phrase) — to make something lively, fresh, or active again
    Example: The new teacher breathed new life into the class.
    Synonyms: revive, refresh
  8. bring about /brɪŋ ə'baʊt/ (phrase) — to make something happen
    Example: The new law will bring about major changes.
    Synonyms: cause, lead to, result in
  9. budding /'bʌdɪŋ/ (adjective) — beginning to grow or develop
    Example: There were budding signs of success in the new business.
    Synonyms: developing, emerging, growing
  10. build (something/someone) up /bɪld ʌp/ (verb) — to make stronger, bigger, or more confident
    Example: We need to build her confidence up.
    Synonyms: strengthen, develop
  11. call off /kɔ:l ɒf/ (phrase) — to cancel a planned event or arrangement
    Example: They called off the meeting.
    Synonyms: cancel, abort, call it off
  12. cause /kɔ:z/ (verb) — to make something happen
    Example: Poor planning can cause delays.
    Synonyms: lead to, bring about, produce
  13. cease /si:s/ (verb) — to stop happening or doing something
    Example: The rain finally ceased.
    Synonyms: stop, end, halt
  14. cessation /sɛ'seɪʃən/ (noun) — the act of stopping completely
    Example: There was a sudden cessation of noise.
    Synonyms: stoppage, end, termination
  15. climate of change /'klaɪmət əv tʃeɪndʒ/ (phrase) — a period when big changes are happening
    Example: The company is in a climate of change.
    Synonyms: period of change, time of transition, shifting environment
  16. congeal /kən'dʒi:l/ (verb) — to change from liquid to a solid or thick mass
    Example: The soup congealed as it cooled.
    Synonyms: harden, solidify, thicken
  17. consequence /'kɑ:nsɪkwɛns/ (noun) — A result that happens because of an action or event.
    Example: The consequence was a delay in the project.
    Synonyms: result, effect, outcome
  18. conversion /kən'vɜ:rʒən/ (noun) — A change from one form, belief, or use to another.
    Example: The conversion of the old factory took several months.
    Synonyms: transformation, change, adaptation
  19. convert (to) (n.) /'kɑ:nvərt/ (noun) — A person or thing that has changed to a new belief or form.
    Example: He is a convert to vegetarianism.
    Synonyms: new believer, new follower
  20. convert (v.) /kən'vɜ:rt/ (verb) — To change into a different form, belief, or use.
    Example: They converted the garage into a small office.
    Synonyms: change, transform, turn
  21. curriculum reform /kə'rɪkjələm rɪ'fɔ:rm/ (phrase) — changes made to improve what schools teach and how they teach it
    Example: The school announced curriculum reform this year.
    Synonyms: education reform, curriculum change, school reform
  22. decisive steps /dɪ'saɪsɪv stɛps/ (phrase) — important actions that quickly solve a problem
    Example: They took decisive steps to fix the problem.
    Synonyms: firm actions, determined steps
  23. demolish /dɪ'mɒlɪʃ/ (verb) — to destroy completely
    Example: They demolished the old bridge.
    Synonyms: destroy, tear down, ruin
  24. develop /dɪ'vɛləp/ (verb) — to grow or change over time into a new form or state
    Example: The caterpillar will develop into a butterfly.
    Synonyms: grow, evolve, mature
  25. developed /dɪ'vɛləpt/ (adjective) — modern and advanced in industry, science, and living conditions
    Example: Japan is a developed country.
    Synonyms: advanced, industrialized, modern
  26. developing /dɪ'vɛləpɪŋ/ (adjective) — growing and becoming more advanced or successful
    Example: The company is a developing market.
    Synonyms: growing, emerging, advancing
  27. distort /dɪ'stɔrt/ (verb) — to change the shape or meaning of something
    Example: The lens can distort the image.
    Synonyms: warp, twist, alter
  28. diverge /dɪ'vɜ:rdʒ/ (verb) — to move or go in different directions from the same point
    Example: The two roads diverge near the town center.
    Synonyms: split, branch off, separate
  29. divergent /dɪ'vɜ:rdʒənt/ (adjective) — showing a tendency to move or develop in different directions
    Example: Their opinions are divergent on this issue.
    Synonyms: different, separate, varying
  30. diversify /daɪ'vɜ:rsɪfaɪ/ (verb) — to make something more varied by adding different kinds
    Example: The company plans to diversify its products.
    Synonyms: vary, broaden, expand

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