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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

excel

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛl/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be exceptionally good at something or to perform better than others in a particular area.

Example: She excels in mathematics and often helps her classmates with their homework.

transitive verb

Definition: To perform exceptionally well or to be superior in a particular area or skill.

Example: She hopes to excel in her studies this year.

excellence

IPA: /ˈɛksələns/

KK: /ˈɛksələns/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being extremely good or superior in some way.

Example: Her dedication to her studies showed her commitment to excellence.

excellency

IPA: /ˈɛksələnsɪ/

KK: /ɛkˈsɛlənsi/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being exceptionally good or superior in some way.

Example: Her excellency in mathematics earned her a scholarship to a prestigious university.

exception

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃən/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃən/

noun

Definition: A case or situation that does not follow a general rule or pattern; something that is excluded from a general statement or rule.

Example: There is always an exception to every rule, and this case is no different.

exceptionable

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be criticized or is open to disagreement.

Example: The proposal was considered exceptionable by many members of the committee.

exceptional

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənl/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Unusually good or outstanding; better than what is normal or average.

Example: Her exceptional talent in music earned her a scholarship.

exceptionalism

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The state of being different from others in a way that is considered special or unique, often used to describe a belief that a particular nation or group is distinct from others.

Example: Many people believe in American exceptionalism, which suggests that the United States has a unique role in the world.

exceptionalist

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəlɪst/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes that a particular group, country, or situation is unique and different from others, often in a positive way.

Example: The politician was known as an exceptionalist, arguing that their country had a special role in the world.

exceptionality

IPA: /ɪkˌsɛpʃəˈnælɪti/

KK: /ɪkˌsɛpʃəˈnælɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being different from what is usual or normal, often in a positive way.

Example: Her exceptionality in mathematics earned her a scholarship to a prestigious university.

exceptionally

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəli/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unusual or remarkable, to a degree that is better than what is normal.

Example: She performed exceptionally well in the competition, impressing everyone with her skills.

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