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diversification

noun/dɪˌvɜrsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

definition

the process of varying or expanding into different areas or categories

example

The company implemented a diversification strategy to reduce its dependence on a single product line.

synonyms
varietyexpansiondiversification
word origin — from Latin 'diversificatio', meaning 'the act of making different', derived from 'diversus' meaning 'diverse' or 'varied'

IELTS Vocabulary — Set 54

Set 54 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: diversification, collaborator, encouragement, variable, rival. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. diversification · noun/dɪˌvɜrsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

    the process of varying or expanding into different areas or categories

    The company implemented a diversification strategy to reduce its dependence on a single product line.

    Synonyms: variety, expansion, diversification

    Origin: from Latin 'diversificatio', meaning 'the act of making different', derived from 'diversus' meaning 'diverse' or 'varied'

  2. collaborator · noun/kəˈlæbəˌreɪtər/

    a person who works jointly on an activity or project with others

    The researchers welcomed a new collaborator to their team to enhance the project's scope.

    Synonyms: cooperator, partner, associate

    Origin: From Latin 'collaborator' meaning 'to work together', from 'com-' (together) and 'laborare' (to work).

  3. encouragement · noun/ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒmənt/

    the act of giving support, confidence, or hope to someone

    Her words of encouragement helped me overcome my fears and pursue my dreams.

    Synonyms: support, motivation, reassurance

    Origin: from the Old French 'encorager', meaning to hearten, which derives from 'en-' (to cause) and 'courage' (heart, spirit).

  4. variable · noun/ˈvɛrəbl/

    a symbol or quantity that can change or take on different values

    In the equation, 'x' serves as a variable that represents different values depending on the context.

    Synonyms: parameter, factor, element

    Origin: from late Latin 'variabilis', meaning 'able to change'

  5. rival · noun/ˈraɪvəl/

    a person or thing that competes with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

    In the championship game, the two teams faced off against their fiercest rival, each determined to claim victory.

    Synonyms: competitor, contender, opponent

    Origin: from Latin 'rivalis', meaning 'one who uses the same stream', from 'rivus', meaning 'stream'