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Exam: GMAT (Verbal)

jobbery

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbəri/

KK: /ˈdʒɑːbəri/

noun

Definition: The practice of corruption or dishonest behavior by public officials, often involving the misuse of power for personal gain.

Example: The investigation revealed widespread jobbery among the city's officials.

jobholder

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbˌhoʊldər/

KK: /ˈdʒɑbˌhoʊldər/

noun

Definition: A person who is employed and holds a specific job position.

Example: The jobholder was recognized for their outstanding performance at work.

joblessness

IPA: /ˈdʒɒb.ləs.nəs/

KK: /ˈdʒɑb.ləs.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of not having a job or being unemployed.

Example: Joblessness can lead to financial difficulties for many families.

jobname

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbneɪm/

KK: /dʒɑbneɪm/

noun

Definition: A name given to a job in a computer system, used to identify it during processing.

Example: The jobname must be unique to avoid conflicts in the system.

joinder

IPA: /ˈdʒɔɪndər/

KK: /ˈdʒɔɪndər/

noun

Definition: The act of bringing together two or more parties or legal claims in a legal case.

Example: The joinder of the two lawsuits allowed for a more efficient trial process.

jurisconsult

IPA: /ˈdʒʊərɪsˌkɒn.sʌlt/

KK: /ˈdʒʊərɪsˌkɒnsʌlt/

noun

Definition: A person who is knowledgeable about the law and legal matters, often providing advice or opinions on legal issues.

Example: The jurisconsult provided valuable insights during the legal proceedings.

jurisprudent

IPA: //ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːdənt//

KK: /dʒʊərɪsprʊdənt/

adjective

Definition: Having knowledge or expertise in the field of law and legal principles.

Example: The lawyer was highly jurisprudent, able to navigate complex legal issues with ease.

noun

Definition: A person who is an expert in law or legal matters, often involved in the study or practice of law.

Example: The jurisprudent provided valuable insights during the legal proceedings.

justifier

IPA: /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪər/

KK: /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who provides reasons or explanations to support or defend something, often to make it seem right or acceptable.

Example: The justifier of the policy explained its benefits to the public.

justify

IPA: /ˈdʒʌstəˌfaɪ/

KK: /ˈdʒʌstəˌfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be arranged or adjusted so that the text aligns evenly at the edges of a page or column.

Example: The text was justified to create a neat appearance on the page.

transitive verb

Definition: To show that something is right or reasonable, or to provide a good reason for an action or decision.

Example: She tried to justify her decision to leave the job by explaining her reasons to her boss.

kingmaker

IPA: /ˈkɪŋˌmeɪ.kər/

KK: /ˈkɪŋˌmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person who has the power to influence the selection of a leader or candidate, especially in politics.

Example: The wealthy businessman was seen as a kingmaker in the upcoming election, helping to choose the next mayor.

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