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Chapter 5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Trend | A general direction in which something is developing or changing. |
| Inclined | Leaning or turning away from the vertical or horizontal; sloping. |
| Accurate | Correct in all details; 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. |
| Economist | An expert in economics. |
| Invested | Devote (one's time, effort, or energy) to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result. |
| Frequented | A place visited often or habitually. |
| Spotlight | Direct attention to a particular problem or situation. |
| Assets | A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality. |
| Tycoon | A wealthy, powerful person in business or industry. |
| Algorithm | A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations. |
| Humiliating | Causing someone to feel ashamed and foolish by injuring their dignity and self-respect. |
| Solitary | Done or existing alone. |
| Resilient | Of a person or animal 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, usually its seat of government and administrative center. |