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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

equivocate

IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

KK: /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak in a way that is not clear or direct, often to avoid giving a straight answer.

Example: When asked about his plans, he chose to equivocate rather than reveal his true intentions.

equivocation

IPA: /ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement or expression that is unclear or has more than one meaning, often used to avoid making a direct answer or commitment.

Example: His equivocation during the interview left everyone confused about his true intentions.

equivocator

IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪtə/

KK: /ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who uses ambiguous language to avoid making a clear statement or to mislead others.

Example: The politician was known as an equivocator, often dodging direct questions during interviews.

equivoke

IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvoʊk/

KK: /ɪˈkwɪvoʊk/

noun

Definition: A word or term that can have multiple meanings or interpretations, often leading to confusion or misunderstanding.

Example: The term 'equivoke' can create confusion because it has different meanings in different contexts.

equivoque

IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvək/

KK: /ɪˈkwɪvək/

noun

Definition: A word or phrase that has more than one meaning, often leading to confusion or humor.

Example: The comedian's use of equivoque made the audience laugh as they interpreted his words in different ways.

eradiate

IPA: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪt/

KK: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of flower structure that lacks petal-like parts and has a specific arrangement of florets.

Example: The eradiate flowers in the garden attracted many bees.

verb

Definition: To spread light rays in all directions from a source.

Example: The sun eradiates light that brightens the entire day.

eradicable

IPA: /ɪˈrædɪkəbl/

KK: /ɪˈrædɪkəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be completely removed or eliminated.

Example: Some diseases are eradicable with the right treatment and vaccination.

eradicated

IPA: /ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Completely removed or destroyed, leaving no trace behind.

Example: The disease was eradicated after years of vaccination efforts.

verb

Definition: To completely remove or destroy something, especially something harmful or unwanted.

Example: The disease was eradicated through a successful vaccination program.

eradication

IPA: /ˌɛrəˈdɪkeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌrædɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of completely removing or destroying something, especially something harmful or unwanted.

Example: The eradication of the disease was a major public health achievement.

eradicator

IPA: /ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪtə/

KK: /ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that completely removes or eliminates something.

Example: The pest eradicator successfully eliminated all the insects from the house.

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