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ACT Exam Literacy - Welfare

Here you will learn some English words related to welfare, such as "itinerary", "nomadic", "facility", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
amenity
amenity
[noun]

a feature or service that adds comfort or value to a place

Ex: The apartment complex offers amenities such as a gym, pool, and rooftop lounge. 
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accommodation

a place where people live, stay, or work in

Ex: She booked her accommodation in advance to ensure she had a comfortable place to stay during her vacation. 
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manor
manor
[noun]

a large house in the countryside encircled with an area of land

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refuge
refuge
[noun]

a place or structure that provides protection from danger, adversity, or hardship

Ex: The hikers found refuge in a mountain cabin during the storm. 
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oasis
oasis
[noun]

a place or experience that provides a refreshing escape or relief from a challenging or stressful situation

Ex: The small park in the middle of the bustling city served as an oasis for residents seeking tranquility. 
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residency
residency
[noun]

the state or period of living in a particular location

Ex: Her residency in the city lasted five years before she decided to move to the countryside. 
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quarters
quarters
[noun]

living accommodations, often within a larger building, used by individuals or groups, such as military personnel or employees

Ex: The soldiers resided in barracks quarters on the base. 
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abbey
abbey
[noun]

a monastery with a male superior, called abbot

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facility
facility
[noun]

a place or a building that is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The hospital's new facility includes state-of-the-art operating rooms and patient care units. 
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settlement

the process of making a new place as permanent residence by people

Ex: The first settlement in the region was established along the riverbank. 
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rotunda
rotunda
[noun]

a round hall or building that often has a rounded roof as well

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dweller
dweller
[noun]

a person or animal that resides in a particular place or habitat

Ex: The cave dweller left behind ancient tools and artifacts. 
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inhabitant

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

Ex: The city has over a million inhabitants, making it one of the largest in the country. 
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hideaway
hideaway
[noun]

a secluded place where one can retreat for privacy and solitude

Ex: She often escaped to her hideaway in the mountains to unwind and find peace. 
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bungalow
bungalow
[noun]

a one-story construction without stairs, usually with a low roof

Ex: The bungalow had a spacious backyard, perfect for hosting summer barbecues. 
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renovation

the process or action of making a building or a piece of furniture look good again by repairing or painting it

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mansion
mansion
[noun]

a very large and impressive house

Ex: The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean. 
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mess hall
mess hall
[noun]

a large dining area where meals are served, typically in a military or institutional setting

Ex: The soldiers gathered in the mess hall for their evening meal after a long day of training. 
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sanctum
sanctum
[noun]

a private place where one can retreat for peace and solitude

Ex: His study was his sanctum, where he could think and write without interruption. 
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latrine
latrine
[noun]

a shared toilet, typically in a camp, military, or outdoor setting

Ex: The soldiers were instructed to use the latrine located at the edge of the campsite. 
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longhouse
longhouse
[noun]

a long, narrow, single-room building traditionally used as a communal living space by various indigenous peoples

Ex: The museum featured a replica of a Native American longhouse, complete with historical artifacts. 
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dispossession

the act of taking a property of high value such as a piece of land or a building away from a person

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reservation

an area of land set aside by the government for the use of a particular group, often Native American tribes

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to refurbish

to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

Ex: They refurbished the old house to make it livable again. 
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to evacuate

to leave a place to be safe from a dangerous situation

Ex: As the wildfire rapidly approached the neighborhood, residents were instructed to evacuate immediately. 
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to vacate
to vacate
[Verb]

to move out of or exit a place that one previously occupied

Ex: After completing their lease term, the tenants decided to vacate the apartment. 
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to homestead

to settle on a piece of land with the intent of establishing a permanent residence, often under a government-granted right

Ex: They decided to homestead in the remote valley, building a cabin and farming the land. 
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impoverished
impoverished
[Adjective]

(of people and areas) experiencing extreme poverty

Ex: The prolonged drought left the once-thriving agricultural community impoverished, with failing crops and diminishing incomes. 
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nomadic
nomadic
[Adjective]

referring to the lifestyle of constantly traveling from place to place, with individuals or groups never staying in one location for an extended period of time

Ex: The Bedouin tribes of the Sahara Desert are known for their nomadic way of life, moving with their herds in search of grazing land. 
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inaccessible
inaccessible
[Adjective]

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

Ex: The mountain peak was inaccessible due to the severe weather conditions. 
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voluptuous
voluptuous
[Adjective]

richly luxurious and sensually appealing, often in terms of furnishings and decor

Ex: The hotel suite was decorated in a voluptuous style, with plush velvet drapes and golden accents. 
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attraction

a place, activity, etc. that is interesting and enjoyable to the public

Ex: The amusement park is a popular attraction for families. 
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pastime
pastime
[noun]

an enjoyable activity that a person does regularly in their free time

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excursion
excursion
[noun]

a short trip taken for pleasure, particularly one arranged for a group of people

Ex: The school organized an excursion to the science museum for the students. 
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voyage
voyage
[noun]

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

Ex: The space mission was a historic voyage to the International Space Station. 
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recreation

things done in one's free time for pleasure or enjoyment

Ex: The community center offers various recreation programs for all ages. 
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sightseeing

the activity of visiting interesting places in a particular location as a tourist

Ex: Our vacation itinerary included two days of sightseeing in Barcelona. 
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itinerary
itinerary
[noun]

a plan of the route and the places that one will visit on a journey

Ex: The tour company sent us a detailed itinerary, breaking down our day-to-day activities and highlighting the main attractions. 
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layover
layover
[noun]

a short break or stay in a journey

Ex: We had a layover in Chicago for two hours before our connecting flight to New York. 
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expedition

a journey carefully organized for a specific purpose, such as exploration or research

Ex: The team set out on an expedition to the Arctic. 
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to globe-trot

to travel extensively and visit various places around the world

Ex: After winning the lottery, they decided to globe-trot and explore the wonders of different continents. 
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to disembark

(off passengers) to get off a plane, train, or ship once it has reached its destination

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