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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

obsolescently

IPA: /ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.ənt.li/

KK: /ɑbˈsɒləsəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is becoming outdated or no longer useful.

Example: The technology was obsolescently replaced by newer innovations.

obsolete

IPA: //ˈɒbsəˌliːt//

KK: /ˈɑb səˌlit/

adjective

Definition: No longer used or useful; outdated or replaced by something newer.

Example: Many technologies become obsolete as new innovations are developed.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something no longer useful or relevant, often because it has been replaced by something newer or better.

Example: The rapid advancement of technology can obsolete many products within a few years.

obsoletely

IPA: /ˈɑb.səˌliːt.li/

KK: /ɑbˈsoʊlɪtli/

adverb

Definition: Not fully developed or lacking clarity.

Example: The instructions were obsoletely written, making it hard to understand what to do next.

obsoleteness

IPA: /ˌɑb.səˈliːt.nəs/

KK: /ɑbˈsɔlɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being outdated or no longer in use.

Example: The obsoleteness of the technology made it difficult for the company to compete.

obstetric

IPA: /ɒbˈstɛtrɪk/

KK: /ɑbˈstɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the medical field that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the care of women before and after giving birth.

Example: The obstetric team was ready to assist with the delivery.

obstetrical

IPA: /ˌɒbˈstɛtrɪkəl/

KK: /ɑbˈstɛtrɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the medical field that deals with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.

Example: The obstetrical team was ready to assist with the delivery.

obstetrically

IPA: /ˌɒb.stəˈtrɪk.li/

KK: /ɑbˈstɛtrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.

Example: The doctor explained the procedure obstetrically to ensure the patient understood the risks involved.

obstetrician

IPA: //ˌɒb.stəˈtrɪʃ.ən//

KK: /ɑbˈstɛtrɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A doctor who focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and the care of women during and after giving birth.

Example: The obstetrician monitored the health of the mother and baby throughout the pregnancy.

obstinacy

IPA: /ˈɒb.stɪ.nə.si/

KK: /ˈɑbstəˌnəsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very stubborn and refusing to change one's mind or behavior.

Example: His obstinacy made it difficult for the team to reach a consensus.

obstinate

IPA: /ˈɒb.stɪ.nət/

KK: /ˈɑbstɪnɪt/

adjective

Definition: Refusing to change one's mind or actions despite good reasons to do so; stubborn.

Example: She was obstinate about her decision to move to another city, even though her friends advised against it.

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