Word forms
-ment
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environmentnoun/ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
the natural world or surroundings in which people, animals, and plants live
“Protecting the environment is a global priority.”
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governmentnoun/ˈɡʌvənmənt/
the group of people who control and make decisions for a country or state
“The government announced a new policy to support small businesses.”
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developmentnoun/dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
the process or result of growing, improving, or becoming more advanced
“The rapid development of renewable energy technologies is changing the economy.”
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employmentnoun/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
the condition of having a job or the act of giving someone a job
“Youth employment has been a major concern for policymakers.”
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improvementnoun/ɪmˈpruːvmənt/
the act of making something better or the state of being improved
“There has been a marked improvement in air quality since the new regulations.”
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managementnoun/ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
the process or skill of controlling and organizing a business, task, or people
“Good time management is essential for students.”
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argumentnoun/ˈɑːɡjəmənt/
A set of reasons given to support or oppose something; also a verbal disagreement between people.
“She presented a strong argument for renewable energy.”
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assessmentnoun/əˈsesmənt/
The process of evaluating or measuring the quality, value, or ability of something or someone.
“The school uses regular assessments to track students’ progress.”
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agreementnoun/əˈɡriːmənt/
A decision or arrangement reached by two or more parties; a formal understanding or contract.
“We finally reached an agreement after three hours of negotiation.”
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statementnoun/ˈsteɪtmənt/
A clear expression of something in speech or writing, often official or formal.
“The minister released a statement about the policy change.”
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treatmentnoun/ˈtriːtmənt/
The way something or someone is handled, dealt with, or medically cared for.
“He is receiving treatment for his injury.”
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investmentnoun/ɪnˈvestmənt/
Money or time put into something with the hope of getting profit or benefit later.
“Foreign investment in renewable energy has increased recently.”
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requirementnoun/rɪˈkwaɪəmənt/
something that is needed or demanded as a condition
“One requirement for the scholarship is excellent grades.”
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commitmentnoun/kəˈmɪtmənt/
a promise or firm decision to do something; dedication to a cause or activity
“The city's commitment to reducing emissions is reflected in new policies.”
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achievementnoun/əˈtʃiːvmənt/
something done successfully, typically by effort, skill, or courage
“Winning the national science fair was her greatest achievement.”
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involvementnoun/ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/
the fact of taking part in something or being connected with something
“Parental involvement in schooling improves children's outcomes.”
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advertisementnoun/ədˈvɜː.tɪs.mənt/
a public notice or message that tries to persuade people to buy something or use a service
“Companies spend a lot on TV and online advertisements to reach young consumers.”
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establishmentnoun/ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of starting something (an organization, system, or institution) or the organization that is started
“The establishment of a national curriculum could help standardize teaching.”
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movementnoun/ˈmuːvmənt/
a group of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas; also the act of moving
“The civil rights movement changed many laws in the 1960s.”
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encouragementnoun/ɪnˈkʌr.ɪdʒ.mənt/
the act of giving someone support, confidence, or hope
“Students often need encouragement from teachers more than extra homework.”