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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

hoggishly

IPA: /ˈhɔɡɪʃli/

KK: /hɔgɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is greedy or selfish, similar to how a hog behaves.

Example: He hoggishly took all the snacks for himself, leaving none for the others.

holandric

IPA: /həˈlændrɪk/

KK: /həˈlændrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a characteristic that is linked to genes found only on the Y chromosome, which means it can only be passed down through males.

Example: The holandric trait can only be inherited by male offspring from their fathers.

holdout

IPA: /ˈhoʊlˌaʊt/

KK: /hoʊldˌaʊt/

noun

Definition: A person or group that refuses to agree or cooperate, especially in negotiations or discussions.

Example: The holdout refused to sign the contract until their demands were met.

holdover

IPA: /ˈhoʊlˌoʊvər/

KK: /ˈhoʊlˌoʊvər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is kept or remains in a particular situation or place for a longer time than expected.

Example: The holdover from last year's team helped the new players adjust more quickly.

holdup

IPA: /ˈhoʊldʌp/

KK: /ˈhoʊldʌp/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone is robbed, often with a weapon, or a delay caused by an unexpected event.

Example: The bank experienced a holdup during the afternoon, causing a long wait for customers.

holism

IPA: /ˈhoʊlɪzəm/

KK: /ˈhoʊlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The idea that things should be viewed as whole systems rather than just a collection of parts, emphasizing the connections and relationships between those parts.

Example: In ecology, holism helps us understand how different species interact within their environment.

holist

IPA: /ˈhoʊlɪst/

KK: /ˈhoʊlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes in or practices a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of whole systems rather than just their parts.

Example: As a holist, she believes that understanding the entire ecosystem is crucial for effective environmental conservation.

holistic

IPA: /həʊˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /həˈlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the idea that things should be viewed as a whole rather than just as separate parts. This approach considers the complete system and how its parts work together.

Example: The therapist took a holistic approach to health, considering both physical and mental well-being.

holistically

IPA: /həˈlɪstɪkli/

KK: /həˈlɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that considers the whole system or situation rather than just individual parts.

Example: The therapist approached the patient's treatment holistically, taking into account both physical and emotional health.

holmium

IPA: /ˈhoʊmiəm/

KK: /ˈhoʊmiəm/

noun

Definition: A soft and malleable metallic element that is part of the rare-earth group, known for its stability and ability to form magnetic compounds.

Example: Holmium is used in various applications, including nuclear reactors and lasers.

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