addressing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈdrɛsɪŋ/
KK: /əˈdrɛsɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of directing attention to someone or something, often by speaking or writing to them.
Example
The addressing of climate change is crucial for our future.
Conversation
Did you manage to find the information by addressing the right files?
Yeah, after some searching, I figured it out.
Good to hear! I always struggle with addressing the correct ones.
It takes practice, but you'll get the hang of it!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
location
access
reference
Antonyms
disregard
neglect
overlook
verb
Definition
To speak to someone or to deal with a particular issue or problem.
Example
She is addressing the audience at the conference.
Tense Forms
Past: addressed
Past Participle: addressed
Conversation
Have you thought about how you're addressing your workload this week?
Yeah, I need to prioritize my tasks better.
I find it helps to write everything down before addressing them one by one.
Root Explanation
Addressing → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "directus" (meaning straight or direct), combined with the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action of). The word "addressing" means the action of directing or speaking to someone or something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'to' ('ad-') and 'direct' ('directus') when you remember that 'addressing' means to direct your words or actions towards someone.
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