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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

poetess

IPA: //ˈpoʊɪtɛs//

KK: /ˈpoʊɪtɛs/

noun

Definition: A woman who writes poems.

Example: The poetess recited her latest work at the literary festival.

poetic

IPA: /pəʊˈɛtɪk/

KK: /pəʊˈɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities that are typical of poetry, such as beauty, imagination, or emotional expression.

Example: The sunset was so beautiful that it felt almost poetic.

noun

Definition: The study or practice of writing poetry, focusing on its forms, techniques, and meanings.

Example: In her literature class, she learned about poetic and its various styles.

poetical

IPA: //pəʊˈɛtɪkəl//

KK: /ˈpoʊɪtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or having the qualities of poetry, often characterized by imagination and beauty.

Example: The poetical language used in her writing painted vivid images in the reader's mind.

poetically

IPA: /pəʊˈɛtɪkli/

KK: /ˈpoʊɪtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that expresses feelings or ideas beautifully, often using imaginative language.

Example: She spoke poetically about her dreams and aspirations.

poetry

IPA: /ˈpoʊ.ə.tri/

KK: /ˈpoʊətri/

noun

Definition: A type of writing that expresses feelings and ideas in a special way, often using rhythm and sound.

Example: She loves reading poetry because it makes her feel deeply.

pointed

IPA: /ˈpɔɪntɪd/

KK: /ˈpɔɪntɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a sharp end or tip; also refers to something that is clearly directed at someone or something, often in a critical way.

Example: She made a pointed remark about his tardiness during the meeting.

pointer

IPA: /ˈpɔɪntər/

KK: /ˈpɔɪntər/

noun

Definition: An object or device used to indicate or direct attention to something, such as a stick for pointing at items or a scale indicator on a measuring instrument.

Example: The teacher used a pointer to highlight important information on the board.

pointless

IPA: /ˈpɔɪnt.ləs/

KK: /ˈpɔɪnt.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Having no purpose or use; not worth doing because it does not lead to any useful result.

Example: Many people find it pointless to argue about trivial matters.

poisoned

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzənd/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzənd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been contaminated with a harmful substance that can cause illness or death.

Example: The poisoned food made everyone feel sick.

verb

Definition: To have harmed someone or something by introducing a harmful substance into their body.

Example: The detective discovered that the victim had been poisoned before the party.

poisonous

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzənəs/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzənəs/

adjective

Definition: Able to cause harm or death because it contains poison; toxic.

Example: Some mushrooms are poisonous and should not be eaten.

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