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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

portray

IPA: /pɔːrˈtreɪ/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To show or describe someone or something in a particular way, often through art, writing, or performance.

Example: The artist chose to portray the beauty of nature in her paintings.

portrayal

IPA: /pɔːˈtreɪəl/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪəl/

noun

Definition: A way of showing or describing someone or something, often in art, literature, or performance.

Example: The portrayal of the main character in the movie was very realistic.

portrayer

IPA: /pɔːrˈtreɪər/

KK: /pɔrˈtreɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who represents or depicts someone or something, especially in art, theater, or film.

Example: The portrayer of the main character received critical acclaim for their performance.

pose

IPA: /poʊz/

KK: /poʊz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take a specific position or posture, often for a photograph or to show something.

Example: She decided to pose for the camera with a big smile.

noun

Definition: A position or attitude of the body, often taken for a photograph or artwork.

Example: The model held a graceful pose for the artist.

transitive verb

Definition: To place someone or something in a particular position or to present an idea or question for consideration.

Example: The artist asked the model to pose for the painting.

posed

IPA: /poʊzd/

KK: /pozd/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong and determined attitude; not easily changed or influenced.

Example: She had a posed expression that showed her confidence during the interview.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

verb

Definition: To have placed or positioned something in a particular way, or to have presented oneself for a photograph or performance.

Example: She posed for the camera with a big smile.

posh

IPA: /pɒʃ/

KK: /pɑʃ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is elegant, stylish, or fashionable, often associated with wealth or the upper class.

Example: She wore a posh dress to the gala that impressed everyone.

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is elegant, stylish, or associated with the upper class.

Example: She spoke posh, impressing everyone at the party.

noun

Definition: The quality of being elegant, stylish, or associated with the upper class.

Example: The restaurant had a posh atmosphere that attracted wealthy customers.

verb

Definition: To make someone or something more elegant or stylish.

Example: They decided to posh up the old house before selling it.

position

IPA: /pəˈzɪʃən/

KK: /pəˈzɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A place or location where someone or something is situated, or a job or role that someone holds.

Example: She applied for a position at the company as a marketing manager.

transitive verb

Definition: To place something in a specific location or arrangement.

Example: She will position the chairs around the table for the meeting.

possess

IPA: /pəˈzɛs/

KK: /pəˈzɛs/

transitive verb

Definition: To have or own something, such as property, knowledge, or a quality.

Example: He does not possess the skills needed for the job.

possessive

IPA: /pəˈzɛsɪv/

KK: /pəˈzɛsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or showing ownership or possession of something.

Example: She has a possessive attitude towards her belongings.

noun

Definition: A form of a word that shows ownership or relationship, often marked by an apostrophe and 's' or by specific pronouns.

Example: In English, the word 'John's' is a possessive that indicates something belongs to John.

possibly

IPA: /ˈpɒsəblɪ/

KK: /ˈpɑːsəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to express that something might happen or be true, but it is not certain.

Example: She might possibly come to the party if she finishes her work on time.

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