Words related to "Professional Life and Occupations" | Advanced Vocabulary for TOEFL

to adjourn

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to stop a meeting, trial, or game in order to resume it sometime later

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The judge decided to adjourn the trial until the next day.

The meeting was adjourned after reaching a decision.

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to convene

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to meet or bring together a group of people for an official meeting

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arduous

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requiring a lot of mental effort and hard work

grueling

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extremely tiring and demanding strenuous effort and perseverance

hectic

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extremely busy and chaotic

intermittent

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repeatedly starting and stopping, in short, irregular intervals

menial

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(of work) not requiring special skills, often considered unimportant and poorly paid

painstaking

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requiring a lot of effort and time

solitary

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performed alone, without the involvement or companionship of others

artisan

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a skilled craftsperson who creates objects partly or entirely by hand

Who is an "artisan"?

An artisan is a skilled worker who creates handmade objects, often with a focus on quality and detail. Artisans work in various fields or trades, such as pottery, woodworking, metalworking, or textiles, and use their skills to produce unique and carefully made items. Their work is often characterized by attention to detail and a high level of skill. Artisans may create functional items, like furniture or clothing, or decorative pieces, like jewelry or artwork. They often work independently or in small workshops, valuing traditional methods and a personal touch in their creations.

consul

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an official appointed by a government to represent that government in a foreign city

executioner

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‌a person, especially an official, whose role or job is to kill convicted people as a means of punishment

exterminator

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a person whose profession is to kill certain types of animals or insects that are not wanted in a place

Who is an "exterminator"?

An exterminator is a professional who specializes in controlling and eliminating pests such as insects, rodents, and other unwanted animals from homes, businesses, or other properties. They use various methods, including traps, chemicals, and specialized equipment, to detect, remove, and prevent infestations. Exterminators often assess the level of infestation, identify the types of pests, and develop a plan to effectively address the problem. Their work helps to ensure the health and safety of the property by preventing damage and the spread of diseases associated with pests.

machinist

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someone who operates a machine, especially an industrial one

mortician

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someone who prepares dead bodies for burial or cremation and arranges funerals as their job

quorum

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the minimum number of people that must be present for a meeting to officially begin or for decisions to be made

workaholic

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a person who works compulsively and finds it hard to stop working to do other things

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