Unit 6: B2 Vocabulary Emerging Technologies Shaping Our Future
Advancement
Definition: A forward movement in technology, knowledge, or progress.
Example: The advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming many industries.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Definition: The simulation of human intelligence in machines.
Example: AI systems can analyze large amounts of data much faster than humans.
Application
Definition: A particular use or purpose of a technology.
Example: One application of blockchain is in securing financial transactions.
Industry
Definition: A branch of business or manufacturing.
Example: The healthcare industry is benefiting from AI innovations.
Predict
Definition: To declare or indicate in advance, especially on the basis of special knowledge.
Example: AI can predict market trends with high accuracy.
Evolve
Definition: To develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form.
Example: Technology continues to evolve, bringing new opportunities and challenges.
Decentralized
Definition: Distributed away from a central authority or location.
Example: Blockchain technology relies on a decentralized network of computers.
Transparency
Definition: The quality of being easily seen through or detected.
Example: Blockchain ensures transparency by recording all transactions publicly.
Efficiency
Definition: Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Example: Solar panels are becoming more efficient, converting more sunlight into electricity.
Adoption
Definition: The act of starting to use something new or different.
Example: The adoption of 5G technology will enhance connectivity across the globe.
Mitigate
Definition: To make less severe, serious, or painful.
Example: Renewable energy technologies help mitigate the impact of climate change.
Latency
Definition: The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction.
Example: 5G technology significantly reduces latency in data communication.
Autonomous
Definition: Capable of operating independently without human control.
Example: Autonomous vehicles use sensors and AI to navigate without a driver.
Immersive
Definition: Providing a completely engaging or absorbing experience.
Example: VR offers an immersive gaming experience that makes you feel like you’re inside the game.
Simulate
Definition: To imitate the appearance or character of something.
Example: VR can simulate different environments for training purposes.
Overlay
Definition: To cover or be laid over something.
Example: AR overlays digital information onto the real world, enhancing the user experience.
Revolutionize
Definition: To change something radically or fundamentally.
Example: AI has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach problem-solving.
Diagnosis
Definition: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem.
Example: AI can assist doctors in the diagnosis of diseases by analyzing medical images.
Prominence
Definition: The state of being important or famous.
Example: Renewable energy is gaining prominence as a solution to climate change.
Connectivity
Definition: The state of being connected or interconnected.
Example: The Internet of Things relies on strong connectivity to function properly.
Secure
Definition: To make safe or protect.
Example: Blockchain technology is used to secure digital transactions.
Efficient
Definition: Performing or functioning in the best possible manner with the least waste of time and effort.
Example: Energy-efficient appliances help reduce electricity consumption.
Practical
Definition: Concerned with actual use or practice.
Example: VR has practical applications in education and training.
Enhance
Definition: To increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness.
Example: 5G will enhance mobile internet speeds and reliability.
Conserve
Definition: To protect something, especially an environmentally or culturally important place or thing, from harm or destruction.
Example: Using renewable energy helps conserve natural resources.