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ˈɡeɪ.mɪŋ
noun
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The practice of playing video games or competitive games.
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Gaming has evolved into a billion-dollar industry.
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Video Gaming, Esports, Interactive Entertainment
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Work, Idleness, Non-gaming Activities
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ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv
adjective
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Related to the mental processes of learning, remembering, and problem-solving abilities.
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Cognitive skills are essential for problem-solving.
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Intellectual, Mental, Psychological
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Ignorant, Unaware, Uninformed
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strəˈtiː.dʒɪk
adjective
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Related to tactics or planned approaches for achieving long-term goals.
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A strategic approach is necessary for business success.
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Tactical, Planned, Calculated
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Unplanned, Random, Impulsive
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ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.plæsˈtɪ.sɪ.ti
noun
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The brain's ability to change its structure and functionality through learning.
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Neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire itself after injury.
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Brain Adaptability, Cognitive Flexibility, Neural Rewiring
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Neural Rigidity, Cognitive Decline, Fixed Brain Structure
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ˌæl.ɡəˈrɪð.mɪk
adjective
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Related to calculations or analysis based on specific rules or methods.
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Algorithmic processes are essential for artificial intelligence.
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Computational, Systematic, Programmatic
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Non-systematic, Random, Arbitrary
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əˌdæp.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti
noun
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The ability to quickly adjust to new situations and changes.
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Adaptability is a key trait for career success.
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Flexibility, Adjustability, Resilience
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Rigidity, Inadaptability, Inflexibility
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dɪˈsɜːrn.mənt
noun
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The skill of being able to understand good and bad judgment and insight.
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His discernment helped him make wise decisions.
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Insight, Perception, Judgement
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Ignorance, Misjudgment, Indiscretion
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hjʊəˈrɪs.tɪk
adjective/noun
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A method of finding solutions to problems through experience and trial.
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The professor used a heuristic approach to teach mathematics.
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Exploratory, Problem-solving, Rule-of-thumb
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Algorithmic, Prescriptive, Fixed-rule
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ˌvɪz.ju.oʊˈspeɪ.ʃəl
adjective
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Related to understanding the relationship between space and objects through vision.
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Good visuospatial skills are important for architecture and design.
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Spatial Awareness, Visual Perception, Orientation
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Non-spatial, Abstract, Disoriented
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dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti
noun
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The ability to work quickly and skillfully with hands or mind.
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A surgeon needs high dexterity for precision work.
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Agility, Skillfulness, Nimbleness
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Clumsiness, Incompetence, Ineptitude
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rɪˈtɛn.tɪv
adjective
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Having strong memory or the ability to retain information for a long time.
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Students with a retentive memory excel in academics.
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Memory-rich, Absorptive, Retaining
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Forgetful, Unreliable, Poor Memory
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ˌmɛt.ə.kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən
noun
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Awareness about one's learning skills and thinking processes.
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Metacognition helps students improve their learning strategies.
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Self-awareness, Reflection, Higher-order Thinking
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Unawareness, Ignorance, Thoughtlessness
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ˈæk.jʊ.mən
noun
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The ability to quickly and accurately analyze situations and make decisions.
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His business acumen led to the company's success.
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Insight, Intelligence, Sharpness
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Foolishness, Ineptitude, Ignorance
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ˈfɔːr.tɪ.tjuːd
noun
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The ability to maintain patience and courage in difficult situations.
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She showed great fortitude in overcoming obstacles.
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Resilience, Courage, Endurance
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Weakness, Fear, Cowardice
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ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns
noun
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Continuing hard work and patience for a long time despite difficulties.
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His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
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Persistence, Determination, Tenacity
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Laziness, Weakness, Giving up
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ˈsɛr.ɪ.brəl
adjective
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Related to thinking and mental activities of the brain.
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The novel was highly cerebral , requiring deep analysis.
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Intellectual, Brainy, Thoughtful
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Emotional, Unintellectual, Instinctive
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ˌɒp.tɪ.mɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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Making something work in the best possible way or improving it to achieve maximum effectiveness.
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The company focused on optimization of resources to maximize profits.
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Efficiency, Improvement, Refinement
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Inefficiency, Wastefulness, Mismanagement
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ˈɛk.spə.daɪt
verb
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To speed up a process or complete work quickly.
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The new policy aims to expedite the visa approval process.
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Accelerate, Hasten, Facilitate
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