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Dynamic dictionary: English has more than one million words and is growing all the time. Glossary
Cost of living - The money that someone needs to afford basic food, housing and clothes.
AI - A computer programme that has been designed to think.
Bedazzled - To impress or confuse someone, especially with a striking appearance.
Pandemonium - Complete chaos or disorder.
Petulant - Childish and bad-tempered.
Valediction - The act of saying goodbye.
Anticipate - Expect something to happen.