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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: The car charger is a handy accessory for keeping devices powered during road trips. 
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merit
merit
[noun]

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

Ex: She received a scholarship based on her academic merit and extracurricular achievements. 
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application

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

Ex: The application of fertilizer improved the crop yield. 
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backup
backup
[noun]

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

Ex: It's important to create regular backups of your files to prevent data loss in case of a computer crash. 
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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: They used a makeshift as a table during the camping trip, improvising with available materials. 
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stopgap
stopgap
[noun]

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

Ex: The makeshift tent served as a stopgap until permanent shelters could be built. 
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efficiency

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

Ex: Home renovations took less time with the contractor's efficiency in planning and order of tasks. 
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uptake
uptake
[noun]

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

Ex: The plant's efficient uptake of water and nutrients helped it thrive in the dry soil. 
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remainder
remainder
[noun]

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

Ex: After the meeting, only a small remainder of sandwiches was left on the platter. 
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contribution

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

Ex: Employees are rewarded based on their individual contributions to the company's success. 
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complementary
complementary
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The two colors are complementary and create a harmonious contrast in the painting. 
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to [be] instrumental in  {sth}

to be an important factor or contributor to a specific result

Ex: Her guidance was instrumental in the project's success. 
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versatile
versatile
[Adjective]

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

Ex: A versatile wardrobe is essential for traveling, as it allows you to mix and match different outfits. 
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interchangeable
interchangeable
[Adjective]

capable of being used or exchanged in place of one another

Ex: These two words are not completely interchangeable in formal writing. 
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alternative
alternative
[Adjective]

available as an option for something else

Ex: They provided an alternative plan in case the weather turned bad. 
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applicable
applicable
[Adjective]

relevant to someone or something in a particular context or situation

Ex: Please read the instructions carefully and fill out only the sections applicable to your situation. 
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substitute
substitute
[Adjective]

acting as an alternative or replacement for something or somone else

Ex: The substitute teacher filled in admirably while the regular teacher was on leave. 
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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 had leftovers from dinner, so I didn't need to cook today. 
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appropriate
appropriate
[Adjective]

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

Ex: Wearing casual attire is appropriate for a picnic. 
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impractical
impractical
[Adjective]

not practical or feasible

Ex: Building a house on that cliff is an impractical idea. 
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serviceable
serviceable
[Adjective]

able to be used effectively or put to practical use

Ex: Despite its age, the car remained serviceable for daily commuting. 
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informative
informative
[Adjective]

providing useful or valuable information

Ex: The informative article offered insights into the latest scientific discoveries. 
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to utilize

to put to effective use

Ex: The chef demonstrated how to utilize leftover ingredients to create a delicious meal. 
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to implement

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

Ex: The chef implements a new cooking technique to enhance the flavor of the dish. 
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to deploy
to deploy
[Verb]

to put into use or action

Ex: The company decided to deploy its new marketing strategy to increase brand awareness. 
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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: The organization currently adopts eco-friendly policies to reduce its carbon footprint. 
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to derive
to derive
[Verb]

to get something from a specific source

Ex: She was able to derive valuable insights from her research on sustainable energy. 
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to repurpose

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

Ex: She repurposed old mason jars into stylish candle holders for the party decorations. 
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to harness

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

Ex: The team harnessed solar energy to power their remote research station in the desert. 
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to manipulate

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

Ex: She's able to manipulate complex data sets to extract meaningful insights for her research. 
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to retrieve

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

Ex: She had to retrieve her keys from the office after accidentally leaving them on her desk. 
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to reclaim

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

Ex: After years of legal battles, she finally reclaimed her family's ancestral land. 
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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: The new company guidelines will supersede the outdated policies from last year. 
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to overtax

to impose a heavy tax on something or someone

Ex: The new policy threatens to overtax middle-income families, who are already struggling with rising costs. 
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to double
to double
[Verb]

to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously

Ex: The new smartphone case doubles as a wallet, allowing for convenient storage of cards and cash. 
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to exploit

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

Ex: The innovative chef knew how to exploit the diverse flavors of exotic spices to create unique and delightful dishes. 
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to assemble

to make something by putting separate parts of something together

Ex: The team of workers assembled the furniture according to the provided instructions. 
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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: Ancient warriors relied on skilled artisans to forge their weapons. 
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to fashion

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

Ex: Artisans fashion intricate jewelry by combining various metals and gemstones. 
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to construct

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

Ex: The author constructed a compelling narrative by carefully weaving together multiple plotlines and character arcs. 
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to found
to found
[Verb]

to establish or set up the initial structure of something

Ex: The pioneers found a settlement on the frontier to cultivate new farmland. 
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to generate

to cause or give rise to something

Ex: The artist's provocative work generated controversy and debate, challenging societal norms and perceptions. 
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to spawn
to spawn
[Verb]

to cause something to be created, particularly in large numbers

Ex: The new policy is expected to spawn numerous job opportunities in the tech sector. 
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to contrive

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

Ex: The detective contrived a clever plan to solve the mysterious case. 
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to devise
to devise
[Verb]

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

Ex: The engineer devised a groundbreaking solution to the complex engineering problem. 
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to trigger

to cause something to happen

Ex: The economic downturn triggered a series of layoffs within the company. 
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to craft
to craft
[Verb]

to skillfully make something, particularly with the hands

Ex: She crafts handmade jewelry, carefully assembling each piece with precision. 
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to establish

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

Ex: After years of planning, they finally established their own tech startup in Silicon Valley. 
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to fabricate

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

Ex: The journalist lost her credibility when it was discovered she'd fabricate stories. 
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to originate

to come up with or develop something new

Ex: She originated the concept for the new marketing campaign. 
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to cradle
to cradle
[Verb]

to be the birthplace or starting point of something significant

Ex: Ancient Greece is often said to cradle the foundations of Western philosophy and democracy. 
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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 company will launch its new smartphone next week. 
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to institute

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

Ex: They instituted new safety protocols to prevent accidents. 
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