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ACT Exam Literacy - Utility and Creation

Here you will learn some English words related to utility and creation, such as "devise", "impractical", "backup", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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Essential Vocabulary for ACT
accessory
accessory
[noun]

something extra that adds to the usefulness or effectiveness of another item

Ex: A smartphone tripod is a versatile accessory for capturing steady photos and videos .
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merit
merit
[noun]

the quality or worth of something, typically based on its excellence, value, or achievements

Ex: The merit of the proposal lies in its innovative approach to solving a complex problem .
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application

the act of utilizing something effectively for a specific purpose or task

Ex: Application of the new method increased efficiency .
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backup
backup
[noun]

(computing) a copy of computer data that can be used to restore lost or damaged data

Ex: The external hard drive serves as a backup for important documents and photos , providing peace of mind in case of emergencies .
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makeshift
makeshift
[noun]

a thing that is used as an inferior and temporary substitute for something that is not available

Ex: His quick fix was a makeshift that held up surprisingly well under the circumstances .
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stopgap
stopgap
[noun]

a temporary solution or measure used to address an immediate problem or issue

Ex: Renting a car was a necessary stopgap while her own vehicle was being repaired .
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efficiency

the ability to act or function with minimum effort, time, and resources

Ex: The factory prioritized efficiency by minimizing unnecessary motions on the assembly line .
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uptake
uptake
[noun]

the process of absorbing, using, or taking in something, such as nutrients, information, or resources

Ex: The drug 's quick uptake into the bloodstream ensures fast relief for patients .
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remainder
remainder
[noun]

the part of something that remains after the main part has been used or taken away

Ex: The team completed most of the project , with a small remainder to finish the final details .
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contribution

someone or something's role in achieving a specific result, particularly a positive one

Ex: Students are assessed on the contributions they make to classroom discussions and projects .
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complementary
complementary
[Adjective]

useful to each other or enhancing each other's qualities when brought together

Ex: The two artists have complementary styles that blend perfectly in their collaborative work .
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to [be] instrumental in  {sth}

to be an important factor or contributor to a specific result

Ex: Their support was instrumental in launching the initiative.
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versatile
versatile
[Adjective]

(of things) able to be used or applied in multiple ways or for various purposes

Ex: Her wardrobe includes versatile pieces that can be dressed up for work or dressed down for casual outings .
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interchangeable
interchangeable
[Adjective]

capable of being used or exchanged in place of one another

Ex: In some recipes , butter and margarine are interchangeable.
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alternative
alternative
[Adjective]

available as an option for something else

Ex: The alternative method saved them a lot of time .
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applicable
applicable
[Adjective]

relevant to someone or something in a particular context or situation

Ex: These principles are applicable across various industries and disciplines .
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substitute
substitute
[Adjective]

acting as an alternative or replacement for something or somone else

Ex: She brought a substitute dish to the potluck after forgetting the main ingredient.
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leftover
leftover
[noun]

a remaining portion of something, often used to describe food that has not been eaten or a material that has not been used up

Ex: We made a stew with the leftovers from the roast chicken.
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appropriate
appropriate
[Adjective]

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

Ex: The company provided appropriate resources for new employees .
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impractical
impractical
[Adjective]

not practical or feasible

Ex: Her plan to walk to work in the pouring rain seemed impractical.
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serviceable
serviceable
[Adjective]

able to be used effectively or put to practical use

Ex: They found a serviceable solution to the problem using available resources .
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informative
informative
[Adjective]

providing useful or valuable information

Ex: The informative website offered practical advice for starting a small business .
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to utilize

to put to effective use

Ex: Businesses can utilize social media platforms to reach a wider audience and engage with customers .
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to implement

to apply or utilize a device, tool, or method for a specific purpose

Ex: The researcher plans to implement a new experimental procedure to test the hypothesis .
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to deploy
to deploy
[Verb]

to put into use or action

Ex: The manager instructed the team to deploy their problem-solving skills to address the issue .
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to adopt
to adopt
[Verb]

to accept, embrace, or incorporate a particular idea, practice, or belief into one's own behavior or lifestyle

Ex: Many individuals adopt a minimalist lifestyle to promote sustainability
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to derive
to derive
[Verb]

to get something from a specific source

Ex: Teachers aim to help students derive meaning and understanding from complex literary texts .
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to repurpose

to adapt or modify something for a different use or purpose than its original one

Ex: The designer repurposed vintage fabrics to create one-of-a-kind garments for the fashion show .
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to harness

to use the power or potential of something effectively for a specific purpose

Ex: The organization harnessed the enthusiasm of its volunteers to expand its community outreach programs .
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to manipulate

to skillfully control or work with information, a system, tool, etc.

Ex: She learned to manipulate the controls of the aircraft with confidence during her flight training .
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to retrieve

to go and get back something that was lost or left behind

Ex: He realized he forgot his phone at home and had to turn back to retrieve it before leaving for the trip .
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to reclaim

to get back something that has been lost, taken away, etc.

Ex: He managed to reclaim his lost luggage from the airport ’s lost and found .
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to supersede

to take something or someone's position or place, particularly due to being more effective or up-to-date

Ex: She has been promoted to supersede her predecessor in the management role .
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to overtax

to impose a heavy tax on something or someone

Ex: The city 's aging infrastructure is overtaxed by the increasing population , leading to frequent service disruptions .
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to double
to double
[Verb]

to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously

Ex: His hiking boots double as waterproof shoes for rainy days.
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to exploit

to utilize or take full advantage of something, often resources, opportunities, or skills

Ex: Investors strategically exploit market trends to maximize returns on their investments .
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to assemble

to make something by putting separate parts of something together

Ex: Students were given kits to assemble simple robots as part of a science project .
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to forge
to forge
[Verb]

to make something from a piece of metal object by heating it until it becomes soft and then beating it with a hammer

Ex: The blacksmith would forge a new sword for the knight .
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to fashion

to create or make something by putting different parts or materials together

Ex: Artists often fashion sculptures by shaping and combining various materials creatively .
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to construct

to create something by organizing and combining ideas or components in a logical and coherent way

Ex: The project manager constructed a detailed plan , integrating various tasks and resources in a logical sequence .
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to found
to found
[Verb]

to establish or set up the initial structure of something

Ex: They will found the new school on this plot of land .
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to generate

to cause or give rise to something

Ex: The marketing team generates leads through various online channels .
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to spawn
to spawn
[Verb]

to cause something to be created, particularly in large numbers

Ex: Scientific breakthroughs often spawn advancements in related fields .
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to contrive

to cleverly come up with an idea, theory, or plan using creative thinking

Ex: The engineer contrived a novel design for the product , optimizing its functionality .
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to devise
to devise
[Verb]

to design or invent a new thing or method after much thinking

Ex: Tomorrow , the committee will devise a plan to address the budget deficit .
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to trigger

to cause something to happen

Ex: The controversial decision by the government triggered widespread protests across the nation .
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to craft
to craft
[Verb]

to skillfully make something, particularly with the hands

Ex: During the holiday season , families gather to craft homemade decorations and ornaments .
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to establish

to create a company or organization with the intention of running it over the long term

Ex: With a clear vision , they sought investors to help them establish their fashion brand in the global market .
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to fabricate

to create or make up something, especially with the intent to deceive

Ex: The witness confessed to fabricating her testimony under pressure from the prosecution .
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to originate

to come up with or develop something new

Ex: The startup originated a creative solution to reduce food waste .
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to cradle
to cradle
[Verb]

to be the birthplace or starting point of something significant

Ex: The Harlem neighborhood cradled the Harlem Renaissance , a cultural movement that celebrated African American art and literature .
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to launch
to launch
[Verb]

to make a new product or provide a new service and introduce it to the public

Ex: The team worked hard to launch the website ahead of schedule .
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to institute

to establish or introduce something, such as a policy or program

Ex: The company institutes training programs for its employees .
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