Dr. Mohammad Hossein Hariri Asl 
De facto /ˌdeɪˈfæk.təʊ/ US /-toʊ/ (adj & adv) Definition existing although not legally authorized, acting or existing in fact but without legal sanction, as though rightful, in fact, genuine, effective, real Example Sometimes we notice the subtle de facto consequences of our improper behavior towards people. A de facto state of economic problems requires consideration …
Carpe diem Carpe diem /’kär-pe-‘dē-ˌem, -‘dī-, -əm/ (noun) the philosophy of living and enjoying the present and not worrying about the future, living for the moment, enjoying the present, seize the day The best advice you can give to those who are used to saving money is carpe diem. Unfortunately, in underdeveloped countries, carpe diem …
Bona fide bona fide /ˌbəʊ.nəˈfaɪ.di/(adj) Bona fide definition genuine, authentic, true, real, valid, sincere and honest, legitimate, legal: Example Any bona fide offers of help would be appreciated. The true bona fide prayer for rain always carries an umbrella with him/herself. Today, bona fide love is scarce and many prefer marrying into money. Antonyms bogus
alibi alibi /ˈæl.ɪ.baɪ/ (noun) some evidence that can prove that an accused person should be acquitted because they were somewhere else at the time the crime was committed, pretext, excuse, defense, explanation, account, reason: Alibi in context Do not invent an alibi. Any evidence is against you. Being afraid of gaol, he commenced concocting alibis.
ad hoc ad hoc /ˌædˈhɒk/ (adj & adv) Definition done just for a particular purpose, unplanned, spontaneous, impromptu, informal, improvised, unprepared, extemporized, off-the-cuff Example The company failed due to making decisions on an ad hoc basis without considering long-term issues. Usually unprecedented events might turn into ad hoc ones. Do you think relying upon ad hoc methods reveals shortsightedness …
Ordinary Ordinary (adj) /ˈɔː.dɪ.nə.ri/ not special or different in any way – common – usual – everyday – commonplace – trite – drab – dull – uneventful – banal – monotonous: Ordinary in context They intentionally decided to register their spoiled child in an ordinary school compared with private schools. What might seem like an …
Compared with Compared with (pre) in comparison to – in relation to – with reference to – concerning – regarding – with regard to – vis-à-vis: Compared with in context Compared with his siblings, Betty is genuinely precocious. Compared with traditional teaching methods, online education offers greater flexibility and accessibility for students. It allows learners to …
Concerned about Concerned about (adj) worried about something – afraid – fretful – apprehensive – anxious – upset – uneasy – nervous: Concerned about in context I’m concerned about Michael’s health. He spreads himself too thin and sleeps insufficiently. Many people are becoming increasingly concerned about the effects of social media on mental health. They …
IELTS Essay on Economic Growth IELTS Essay on Economic Growth Topic Some developing countries receive constant financial support from international welfare programs to sustain their economic growth. Some people maintain that this financial assistance should be replaced with professional consultation and advice from developed countries. Discuss both views and express your opinions. Essayist: Mor Gracious Developing countries …
Intelligent Intelligent (adj) /ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒənt/ showing cleverness and the ability to learn and understand things fast and easily – smart – clever – brainy – bright – sharp – rational – sensible – wise: Intelligent in context Being intelligent and ingenious, he didn’t need to study hard in order to surpass his ordinary peers at school. …