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auditory

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɔːˈdɪtəri/

KK: /ɔːˈdɪtəri/

adjective
Definition

Related to the sense of hearing or the ability to hear.


Example

The auditory system is essential for communication and understanding sounds.


Conversation
Sloth A
I love listening to music while I study.
Sloth B
Same! It really helps enhance my auditory focus.
Sloth A
Yeah, I find that certain genres improve my concentration too.
Sloth B
Exactly! It’s like creating the perfect auditory environment.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
acoustic
aural
hearing
Antonyms
visual
nonhearing
silent
Root Explanation

Auditory → It is formed from "audire" (meaning to hear) and the suffix "-ory" (meaning relating to). The word "auditory" refers to something that is related to the sense of hearing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'audire' which means to hear, and remember that 'auditory' relates to hearing.

Visually Confused Words
plauditory
additory
abditory
preauditory
radiatory
plauditor
laudatory
coauditor
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