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33 English words with meanings: addictive, AI, airtime, analogue, anti-virus software… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

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  1. addictive /ə'dɪktɪv/ (adjective) — causing a strong desire to keep using it
    Example: That game is addictive.
    Synonyms: habit-forming, compulsive, captivating
  2. AI /,eɪ 'aɪ/ (noun) — Computer systems that can do tasks needing human-like thinking.
    Example: AI can help answer questions quickly.
    Synonyms: artificial intelligence
  3. airtime /'eətaɪm/ (noun) — the amount of time a phone call or broadcast is available
    Example: The show has airtime at 8 p.m.
    Synonyms: broadcast time, air time
  4. analogue /'ænəlɒɡ/ (adjective) — A system that uses continuous signals instead of separate ones.
    Example: The signal is analogue, not digital.
    Synonyms: analog
  5. anti-virus software /,ænti'vaɪrəs 'sɔ:ftwɛr/ (phrase) — software that finds and removes harmful computer programs
    Example: Install anti-virus software on your computer.
    Synonyms: security software, malware remover, antimalware
  6. be up and running /bi ʌp ænd 'rʌnɪŋ/ (phrase) — working and ready to use
    Example: The new system is up and running.
    Synonyms: operational, working, ready
  7. biotechnology /,baɪəʊtek'nɒlədʒi/ (noun) — The use of living things or cells to make useful products.
    Example: Biotechnology is used to develop new medicines.
    Synonyms: biotech
  8. Bluetooth™ /'blu:tu:θ/ (noun) — A short-range wireless system for connecting devices.
    Example: My phone connects to the speaker with Bluetooth.
    Synonyms: wireless technology
  9. cloning /'kloʊnɪŋ/ (noun) — the process of making an exact copy of a living thing
    Example: Cloning is used in some areas of research.
    Synonyms: copying, replication
  10. cutting-edge /,kʌtɪŋ 'edʒ/ (adjective) — using the newest and most advanced ideas or technology
    Example: The lab uses cutting-edge technology.
    Synonyms: state-of-the-art, advanced, leading-edge
  11. cybercrime /'saɪbərkraɪm/ (noun) — crime done using computers or the internet
    Example: The bank warned customers about cybercrime.
    Synonyms: online crime, computer crime
  12. desktop /'desktɒp/ (noun) — A personal computer designed to stay on a desk.
    Example: She works on a desktop computer at home.
    Synonyms: personal computer, PC
  13. digital /'dɪdʒɪtəl/ (adjective) — Recorded or sent as numbers rather than continuous signals.
    Example: The photo is stored in digital form.
    Synonyms: electronic, computerized
  14. digital technology /'dɪdʒɪtəl tek'nɒlədʒi/ (noun) — Technology that uses digital data and electronic devices.
    Example: Digital technology has changed how we communicate.
    Synonyms: computer technology, electronic technology
  15. download /,daʊn'loʊd/ (verb) — to transfer a file from the internet to your device
    Example: I need to download the app first.
    Synonyms: transfer, save
  16. e- /i:/ (phrase) — electronic; using electricity or digital technology
    Example: The prefix e- means electronic.
    Synonyms: electronic, digital, online
  17. e-book /'i:bʊk/ (noun) — a book in digital form that you read on a screen
    Example: She read the e-book on her tablet.
    Synonyms: digital book, electronic book
  18. e-commerce /'i:,kɑ:mɜ:rs/ (noun) — buying and selling goods or services over the internet
    Example: Our store uses e-commerce to reach more customers.
    Synonyms: online shopping, internet commerce
  19. e-learning /'i:,lɜ:rnɪŋ/ (noun) — learning done using computers or the internet
    Example: E-learning lets students study from home.
    Synonyms: online learning, digital learning
  20. e-reader /'i:,ri:dər/ (noun) — A device for reading books and documents on a screen.
    Example: I read novels on my e-reader.
    Synonyms: electronic reader, ebook reader
  21. energy /'ɛnərdʒi/ (noun) — The power that makes machines, lights, and devices work.
    Example: Solar panels can produce energy.
    Synonyms: power, electricity, strength
  22. energy-efficient /,ɛnərdʒi ɪ'fɪʃənt/ (adjective) — Using little power for the work it does.
    Example: This light bulb is energy-efficient.
    Synonyms: low-power, energy-saving
  23. facial recognition technology /'feɪʃəl ,rɛkəɡ'nɪʃən tɛk'nɒlədʒi/ (noun) — Technology that identifies a person by comparing their face with stored images.
    Example: The airport uses facial recognition technology.
    Synonyms: face recognition, biometric identification
  24. file-sharing /'faɪl ,ʃerɪŋ/ (noun) — sharing computer files with other people over a network
    Example: File-sharing can make it easy to send large documents.
    Synonyms: file exchange, sharing files
  25. flat-screen TV /,flæt skri:n 'ti:'vi:/ (noun) — A television with a very thin, flat screen.
    Example: We bought a new flat-screen TV.
    Synonyms: flat-panel TV
  26. games console /'ɡeɪmz 'kɒnsəʊl/ (noun) — A device used for playing video games.
    Example: He plays games on his console.
    Synonyms: gaming console, video game console
  27. gaming /'ɡeɪmɪŋ/ (noun) — playing video games, often on a computer or console
    Example: Gaming is his favorite hobby.
    Synonyms: video gaming, playing games
  28. glitch /ɡlɪtʃ/ (noun) — a small fault in a machine, system, or plan
    Example: There was a glitch in the software update.
    Synonyms: bug, fault, snag
  29. global village /,ɡloʊbəl 'vɪlɪdʒ/ (phrase) — the idea that the world is closely connected by communication and travel
    Example: The internet makes the world feel like a global village.
    Synonyms: connected world, interconnected world
  30. go to a website (phrase) — to visit a page on the internet
    Example: Go to a website for more information.
    Synonyms: visit a website, browse a website, access a website

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