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Exam: GMAT (Verbal)

utilization

IPA: /ˌjuːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /juːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of using something or the way in which something is used.

Example: The utilization of renewable energy sources is essential for a sustainable future.

utilize

IPA: /ˈjuːtəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈjuːtəˌlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make use of something in a practical or effective way.

Example: We need to utilize our resources more efficiently to achieve our goals.

valuate

IPA: //væl.juˈeɪt//

KK: /væljuːˈeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To determine the worth or value of something, often in terms of money or importance.

Example: The expert will valuate the painting before it goes to auction.

valuation

IPA: /ˌvæljuˈeɪʃən/

KK: /væljuˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of determining the worth or value of something, often in terms of money or importance.

Example: The valuation of the property was higher than expected.

value

IPA: /ˈvæljuː/

KK: /ˈvælju/

noun

Definition: The importance or worth of something, often related to principles, standards, or monetary worth.

Example: The value of honesty is taught in many cultures.

transitive verb

Definition: To determine how much something is worth or to hold something in high regard.

Example: She values honesty and integrity in her friends.

venality

IPA: /vɪˈnælɪti/

KK: /vɪˈnælɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being willing to be bribed or corrupted, often in exchange for money or favors.

Example: The politician's venality was exposed when it was revealed that he accepted bribes from lobbyists.

vesting

IPA: /ˈvɛstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈvɛstɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of giving an employee the right to receive benefits from a pension plan, even if they leave the job before retirement.

Example: After five years of service, she received full vesting in her retirement plan.

voidable

IPA: /ˈvɔɪdəbl/

KK: /ˈvɔɪdəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be canceled or made invalid, especially in legal contexts such as contracts.

Example: The contract was deemed voidable because one party did not fully understand the terms.

waive

IPA: /weɪv/

KK: /wev/

transitive verb

Definition: To voluntarily give up a right or claim, or to not enforce a rule or penalty.

Example: She decided to waive her right to a trial and accept the settlement offer.

warrantableness

IPA: /ˈwɔːrəntəblnəs/

KK: /ˈwɔːrəntəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being justifiable or reasonable.

Example: The warrantableness of his actions was questioned by his peers.

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