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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

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Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to personal identity & change.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Personal Identity & Change

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

manifestation //

/ˌmæn.ɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən/n
Definition:An event, action, or feeling that clearly shows something is present or exists.
Traducción:manifestación
Example:His sudden decision to quit his job was a manifestation of his deep-seated need for autonomy.
Collocation:clear manifestation
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    • inherent //

    /ɪnˈher.ənt/adj
    Definition:Existing as a natural or basic part of something.
    Traducción:inherente
    Example:The inherent complexity of human identity makes it difficult to categorise people simply.
    Collocation:inherent risk
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    • paradigm shift //

    /ˈpær.ə.daɪm ʃɪft/n
    Definition:A fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.
    Traducción:cambio de paradigma
    Example:The rise of AI has caused a paradigm shift in how we perceive individual creativity.
    Collocation:radical paradigm shift
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    • elucidate //

    /iˈluː.sɪ.deɪt/v
    Definition:To explain or make something clear.
    Traducción:elucidar / esclarecer
    Example:The philosopher attempted to elucidate the connection between memory and the self.
    Collocation:elucidate a concept
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    • idiosyncrasy //

    /ˌɪd.i.əˈsɪŋ.krə.si/n
    Definition:A mode of behaviour or thought peculiar to an individual.
    Traducción:idiosincrasia / peculiaridad
    Example:Despite her eccentricities, her idiosyncrasies made her a truly unique individual.
    Collocation:personal idiosyncrasy
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    • nuance //

    /ˈnjuː.ɑːns/n
    Definition:A subtle difference in shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
    Traducción:matiz
    Example:To understand identity, one must appreciate the nuance of cultural influences.
    Collocation:subtle nuance
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    • perpetuate //

    /ˌpɜː.pəˈtʃeɪt/v
    Definition:To make something (typically an undesirable situation or belief) continue indefinitely.
    Traducción:perpetuar
    Example:We must ensure that old stereotypes do not perpetuate harmful biases in modern society.
    Collocation:perpetuate a myth
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    • ambiguity //

    /ˌæm.bɪˈɡjuː.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.
    Traducción:ambigüedad
    Example:The ambiguity of his true intentions left his friends feeling uncertain about his character.
    Collocation:inherent ambiguity
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    • reconcile //

    /ˈrek.ən.saɪl/v
    Definition:To find a way in which two opposing ideas or situations can exist or be true.
    Traducción:reconciliar
    Example:It is often difficult to reconcile one's past mistakes with one's current values.
    Collocation:reconcile differences
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    • transient //

    /ˈtræn.zi.ənt/adj
    Definition:Lasting only for a short time; impermanent.
    Traducción:transitorio / pasajero
    Example:Identity is often seen as transient, shifting as we encounter new life stages.
    Collocation:transient phase
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    • pivotal //

    /ˈpɪv.ə.təl/adj
    Definition:Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
    Traducción:crucial / fundamental
    Example:Moving to a new country proved to be a pivotal moment in her personal growth.
    Collocation:pivotal role
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    • catalyst //

    /ˈkæt.əl.ɪst/n
    Definition:A person or thing that precipitates an event or change.
    Traducción:catalizador
    Example:The loss of his job acted as a catalyst for a complete career change.
    Collocation:catalyst for change
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    • unravel //

    /ʌnˈræv.əl/v
    Definition:To investigate and solve something complex, or to begin to fail/disintegrate.
    Traducción:desentrañar / desmoronarse
    Example:As she grew older, she began to unravel the complexities of her family history.
    Collocation:unravel a mystery
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    • divergent //

    /daɪˈvɜː.dʒənt/adj
    Definition:Tending to be different or develop in different directions.
    Traducción:divergente
    Example:Despite their shared upbringing, the siblings developed divergent political views.
    Collocation:divergent paths
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    • resilience //

    /rɪˈzɪl.jəns/n
    Definition:The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
    Traducción:resiliencia
    Example:Building emotional resilience is key to navigating the changes of adulthood.
    Collocation:remarkable resilience
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    • rebrand //

    /ˌriːˈbrænd/v
    Definition:To change the corporate image or identity of something.
    Traducción:cambiar la imagen de marca / reposicionarse
    Example:After the scandal, the company attempted to rebrand itself as socially conscious.
    Collocation:completely rebrand
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    • aspiration //

    /ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən/n
    Definition:A hope or ambition of achieving something.
    Traducción:aspiración
    Example:Her professional aspirations shifted significantly after her recent travels.
    Collocation:career aspiration
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    • versatile //

    /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/adj
    Definition:Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.
    Traducción:versátil
    Example:In a changing job market, being a versatile learner is a vital survival skill.
    Collocation:highly versatile
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    • alignment //

    /əˈlaɪn.mənt/n
    Definition:The state of agreement or cooperation.
    Traducción:alineación / sintonía
    Example:She felt a lack of alignment between her personal values and her corporate role.
    Collocation:strategic alignment
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    • turnover //

    /ˈtɜːnˌəʊ.vər/n
    Definition:The rate at which employees leave a workforce and are replaced.
    Traducción:rotación de personal
    Example:High staff turnover can often signal a crisis in company culture and identity.
    Collocation:high staff turnover
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    • streamline //

    /ˈstriːm.laɪn/v
    Definition:To make an organization or system more efficient and effective.
    Traducción:optimizar / agilizar
    Example:The company decided to streamline its operations, leading to a shift in team structures.
    Collocation:streamline processes
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    • reassess //

    /ˌriː.əˈses/v
    Definition:To consider something again to decide if changes are needed.
    Traducción:revaluar
    Example:Mid-life often prompts individuals to reassess their life goals and identity.
    Collocation:thoroughly reassess
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    • unsettling //

    /ʌnˈset.lɪŋ/adj
    Definition:Causing anxiety or uneasiness; disturbing.
    Traducción:inquietante / perturbador
    Example:The rapid pace of technological change can be quite unsettling for some generations.
    Collocation:deeply unsettling
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    • vibe check // (n (informal))

    /vaɪb tʃek/formal
    Definition:A quick assessment of the emotional atmosphere or a person's energy.
    Traducción:evaluación de la vibra / energía
    Example:Before we commit to the new project, let's do a quick vibe check on the team dynamic.
    Collocation:perform a vibe check
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    • glow up // (n (informal))

    /ɡləʊ ʌp/formal
    Definition:A significant transformation in appearance, confidence, or lifestyle.
    Traducción:cambio radical positivo / mejora de imagen
    Example:Her recent career success and confidence represent a massive glow up.
    Collocation:total glow up
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    • burnout //

    /ˈbɜːn.aʊt/n
    Definition:State of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive stress.
    Traducción:agotamiento / burnout
    Example:Many young professionals are experiencing burnout due to the blurring of work-life boundaries.
    Collocation:severe burnout
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    • pivot //

    /ˈpɪv.ət/v
    Definition:To completely change one's direction or strategy.
    Traducción:pivotar / cambiar de rumbo
    Example:After the market shifted, the entrepreneur had to pivot her entire business model.
    Collocation:pivot towards
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    • authentic //

    /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/adj
    Definition:Of undisputed origin; genuine; true to one's own personality.
    Traducción:auténtico
    Example:In the age of social media, staying authentic to oneself is a constant challenge.
    Collocation:deeply authentic
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    • unplug //

    /ʌnˈplʌɡ/v
    Definition:To disconnect from technology or the demands of daily life.
    Traducción:desconectarse
    Example:To rediscover her true self, she decided to unplug from digital life for a month.
    Collocation:completely unplug
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    • growth mindset //

    /ɡrəʊθ ˈmaɪnd.set/n
    Definition:The belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work.
    Traducción:mentalidad de crecimiento
    Example:Adopting a growth mindset is essential for anyone undergoing significant personal change.
    Collocation:cultivate a growth mindset
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