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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

honors

IPA: /ˈɒn.ərz/

KK: /ˈɑːnərz/

adjective

Definition: More difficult or advanced than usual, often used to describe special classes or courses in education that require higher achievement.

Example: She enrolled in honors classes to challenge herself academically.

noun

Definition: A recognition or award given to someone for their achievements or qualities.

Example: She received several honors for her outstanding work in science.

verb

Definition: To show respect or recognition for someone or something, often through a ceremony or award.

Example: The school honors students who achieve high grades each year.

hoodlumism

IPA: /ˈhʊd.lʊ.mɪz.əm/

KK: /ˈhʊd.lʊ.mɪz.əm/

noun

Definition: Actions or behavior that are typical of a troublemaker or delinquent, often involving criminal or disruptive activities.

Example: The rise in hoodlumism in the neighborhood has caused concern among residents.

hoodwinker

IPA: /ˈhʊdˌwɪŋkər/

KK: /ˈhʊdˌwɪŋkər/

noun

Definition: A person who deceives or tricks others, often by misleading them.

Example: The con artist was a skilled hoodwinker, always finding ways to trick his victims.

hooliganism

IPA: /ˈhuːlɪɡənɪzəm/

KK: /ˈhulɪgənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: Unruly and aggressive behavior often associated with troublemakers, especially in public places or during events like sports.

Example: The football match was marred by incidents of hooliganism, leading to several arrests.

hopelessness

IPA: /ˈhoʊpləsnəs/

KK: /ˈhoʊpləsnəs/

noun

Definition: A feeling of having no hope or being in a state of despair.

Example: After losing his job, he fell into a deep sense of hopelessness.

hoplite

IPA: /ˈhɒplaɪt/

KK: /ˈhɒplaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of soldier from ancient Greece who fought on foot and was well-equipped with armor and weapons.

Example: The hoplite marched into battle, ready to defend his city-state.

hormonal

IPA: /hɔːˈmoʊ.nəl/

KK: /hɔrˈmoʊnəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to hormones, which are substances in the body that control various functions and processes.

Example: Many teenagers experience hormonal changes during puberty.

hormonally

IPA: /hɔːˈmoʊnəli/

KK: /hɔrˈmoʊnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to hormones, which are substances in the body that control various functions and processes.

Example: The changes in her mood were hormonally influenced during her menstrual cycle.

hormone

IPA: /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

KK: /ˈhɔrˌmoʊn/

noun

Definition: A chemical substance made by the body that travels through the blood to control and regulate various functions, such as growth, metabolism, and mood.

Example: Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels.

hormonelike

IPA: /hɔːrˈmoʊnlaɪk/

KK: /hɔrˈmoʊnˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having characteristics similar to a hormone or relating to hormones.

Example: Certain foods contain hormonelike substances that can affect our mood.

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