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Chapter 5
Term | Definition |
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Trend | a general direction in which something is developing or changing |
Inclined | have a tendency to do something |
Accurate | correct ; exact |
Reluctant | unwilling and hesitant |
Aggregate | a material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles |
Consumer | a person who purchases goods and services for personal use |
Hybrid | a thing made by combining two different elements; a mixture |
Economist | an expert who studies the relationship between a society's resources and its production or output |
Invested | To spend or devote for future advantage or benefit |
Frequented | visit a place often or habitually |
Spotlight | public notice or attention; bright beam of light |
Assets | a useful or valuable thing, person, or quality |
Tycoon | a wealthy, powerful person in business or industry |
Algorithm | a procedure for solving a mathematical problem |
Humiliating | causing someone to feel ashamed and foolish by injuring their dignity and self-respect |
Solitary | secluded or isolated |
Resilient | able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions |
Analogy | a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification |
Cavalcade | a formal procession of people walking, on horseback, or riding in vehicles |
Capital | the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or other assets owned by a person or organization |