Academic vocabulary: change and consequences

Vocabulary in this set

Practise ten common academic words for evidence, analysis, and discussion.

1. propel

   Word

   prʌpˈɛɫ

   cause something to move forward or develop

   The findings could propel further research in this area.

2. curtail

   Word

   kɝtˈeɪɫ

   reduce, limit, or end something earlier than expected

   Budget constraints may curtail access to the programme.

3. expedite

   Word

   ˈɛkspɪdaɪt

   make a process happen more quickly

   A standard form could expedite the review process.

4. accelerate

   Word

   æksˈɛɫɝeɪt

   cause something to happen or develop faster

   Early investment may accelerate the transition to cleaner energy.

5. imminent

   Word

   ˈɪmʌnʌnt

   likely to happen very soon

   The data does not suggest that a major change is imminent.

6. recur

   Word

   rɪkˈɝ

   happen again, especially more than once

   The same issue may recur if the underlying cause is ignored.

7. suppress

   Word

   sʌprˈɛs

   prevent something from being expressed, known, or developed

   Strict controls can suppress competition and innovation.

8. invalidate

   Word

   ɪnvˈæɫɪdeɪt

   make an argument, result, or document no longer valid

   This sampling error may invalidate the final conclusion.

9. deteriorate

   Word

   dɪtˈɪriɝeɪt

   become progressively worse

   Working conditions began to deteriorate after the policy change.

10. initiate

    Word

    ɪnˈɪʃieɪt

    cause a process or activity to begin

    The committee agreed to initiate an independent inquiry.