PTE

made or achieved through small additions or steps

Depending on one another rather than functioning wholly independently.

used to say that something is still true despite what has just been said

Best for a particular purpose under the stated conditions.

A situation or statement that seems contradictory yet may be understandable or true.

A statement or idea used as a starting point in an argument or explanation.

common in a particular place, group, or period

Related to another quantity by a constant ratio in the situation being described.

Limited by conditions or reservations rather than expressed without restriction.

The main reason or connected reasons explaining why a choice, plan, or action makes sense.

A response that tries to show why an argument, accusation, or claim is wrong or insufficient.

Involving an action or relationship that works in both directions.

to happen again, especially repeatedly or at intervals

to show through evidence or reasoning that a claim or explanation is false

Treating a complicated issue as much simpler than it really is.

Not readily convinced that something is true or valuable, and wanting stronger reasons or evidence.

An expressed attitude or position toward an issue.

A particular perspective from which a matter is considered.

to show that a claim is credible by providing sufficient facts or evidence

In a way that is provisional or cautious rather than firmly settled.

to bring an activity or process to an end

after the time or event that has just been specified

by that action or method, with the result described afterward

Not supported by good reasons or evidence.

The process of checking evidence to establish whether information is accurate or a source is genuine.

Able to work successfully and continue under the relevant conditions.

Based on good reasons or evidence.

an organization that connects and supports former students of an institution

library material set aside for students taking a particular academic course