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SCMP Reporter

Vocabulary

feasibility  (n)

the quality of being doable. 'Feasible' is the adjective

Example: The government is studying the feasibility of connecting the networks of CLP and Hongkong Electric. (SCMP, October 18, 2003)

to canvass  (v)

to solicit information or opinions. It has double 's'. 'Canvas' with a single 's' is a strong, heavy cloth

Example: The survey canvassed 573 workers aged 50 and older. (SCMP, July 15, 2003)

to draw up (a plan)  (phrasal verb)

to prepare a plan. We may also say 'to draw up a list, a contract or an agreement'

Example: The chartered accountant drew up the list for Forbes in the past four years. (SCMP, October 13, 2003)

proficiency (n)

ability or skill at something

Example: Graduates with English proficiency have a better chance of finding jobs.

conclusive  (adj)

decisive or convincing.

Determinative is the synonym

Example: Conclusive studies are lacking on whether full democracy or a healthy economy is more important. (SCMP, October 9, 2003)



Vocabulary