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profound / proˈfaʊnd /adjectiveVery great or intense
The news of the tragedy had a profound effect on the community.
deepintensesignificant
emphasize / ˈemfəsaɪz /verbTo give particular importance or attention to something
His teachings emphasize the importance of hard work.
highlightstressunderscore
persistence / pərˈsɪstəns /nounThe quality of continuing to try to do or achieve something despite difficulties
Her persistence paid off when she was finally offered the job.
determinationtenacityperseverance
commitment / kəˈmɪtmənt /nounthe state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc
The company has a commitment to provide the best service possible.
dedicationallegiancedevotion
conscious / ˈkɒnʃəs /adjectivedone with awareness; intentional
a conscious decision
deliberateintentionalpurposeful
To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something
They strive for perfection in their work.
endeavoraspirepursue
actionable / ˈækʃənəbəl /adjectiveCapable of being acted upon; feasible
Set clear, actionable goals to achieve success.
feasiblepracticalachievable
procrastination / pɹə(ʊ)ˌkræstɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n /nounThe act of delaying or postponing something
One of the biggest obstacles to discipline is procrastination.
delaypostponementhesitation
refining / rɪˈfaɪnɪŋ /verbTo improve or perfect something by making small changes
She is refining her cooking skills.
improveperfecthone
To take hold of something, especially something tangible
She seized his arm.
grabgrasp
Not clearly expressed, known, described, or decided
Instead of vague ambitions, goals should be specific and well-defined.
unclearimpreciseindefinite
solidifies / səˈlɪdɪfaɪz /verbmake (something) stronger or more solid
Writing down goals is a crucial step because it solidifies commitment.
strengthenreinforceharden