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data

noun/ˈdeɪtə/

definition

facts, statistics, or information collected for analysis

example

The research team collected data from various sources to support their findings on climate change.

synonyms
factsinformationstatistics
word origin — from Latin 'data', meaning 'things given', the plural of 'datum'

data, perseverance, wisdom, revenue, gravity: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from IELTS Vocabulary set 55. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. data · noun/ˈdeɪtə/

    facts, statistics, or information collected for analysis

    The research team collected data from various sources to support their findings on climate change.

    Synonyms: facts, information, statistics

    Origin: from Latin 'data', meaning 'things given', the plural of 'datum'

  2. perseverance · noun/ˌpɜr səˈvɪr əns/

    continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties or failure

    Her perseverance in facing numerous challenges ultimately led her to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.

    Synonyms: persistence, determination, tenacity

    Origin: From Middle English 'perseverance,' borrowed from Old French 'perseverance,' from Latin 'perseverantia' meaning 'steadfastness.'

  3. wisdom · noun/ˈwɪz.dəm/

    the ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on knowledge and experience

    Her wisdom in decision-making helped the team navigate through challenging situations with confidence.

    Synonyms: sagacity, insight, prudence

    Origin: from Old English 'wisdōm,' meaning 'knowledge, sagacity,' related to 'wis' meaning 'wise.'

  4. revenue · noun/ˈrɛvənu/

    the total income generated from the sale of goods or services

    The company's revenue increased significantly this quarter due to higher sales in their new product line.

    Synonyms: income, earnings, proceeds

    Origin: from Old French 'revenu', which means 'return', from the verb 'revenir', meaning 'to come back', derived from Latin 'revenire'.

  5. gravity · noun/ˈgræv.ɪ.ti/

    the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth or towards any other physical body having mass

    The gravity of the situation became apparent as the students realized they needed to study harder for the upcoming exam.

    Synonyms: attraction, pull, force

    Origin: from Latin 'gravitas', meaning 'weight, seriousness'