bubble

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Bubble' refers not only to gas-filled spheres floating in liquid or air but also to an environment cut off from others. In certain contexts, it might suggest growth that is unstable and could burst at any time.

Examples in Different Contexts

The software engineer explained that the 'bubble sort' algorithm works by repeatedly stepping through the list to be sorted, comparing each pair of adjacent items and swapping them if they are in the wrong order.

Practice Scenarios

Public-Policy

Scenario:

The city is launching a new initiative to promote green living. How can we encourage residents to adopt sustainable practices?

Response:

That's a great initiative! Establishing a green bubble with specific rules can certainly help.

Tech

Scenario:

Most tech startups seem to have extremely high valuations lately. It's crucial to assess the data before making any investment decisions.

Response:

Very true. I don't want to take action based on overhyped valuations. We should watch for the bubble signs.