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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

imperative

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is necessary or urgent, often expressing a command or strong request.

Example: It is imperative that we finish the project by the deadline.

noun

Definition: A command or order that someone must follow, often seen as necessary or urgent.

Example: In a crisis, it is imperative that we act quickly to save lives.

imperatively

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪvli/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that expresses a command or request that must be followed.

Example: The teacher spoke imperatively, making it clear that the assignment was due tomorrow.

imperativeness

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪvnəs/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛrətɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very important or necessary; the need for something to be done urgently.

Example: The imperativeness of addressing climate change cannot be overstated.

imperator

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛrətər/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛrətər/

noun

Definition: A title used in ancient Rome for a commander of an army or the supreme leader of the state, especially during the Roman Empire.

Example: Julius Caesar was declared imperator after his military victories.

imperatorial

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪrətɔːrɪəl/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrətɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a commanding or authoritative position, often associated with the title of a leader or ruler.

Example: The imperatorial decree was issued to ensure order in the kingdom.

imperceivable

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːsəvəbəl/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜrsəˌvəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be perceived or noticed because it is too small, subtle, or faint.

Example: The changes in temperature were imperceivable to the naked eye.

imperceptible

IPA: /ˌɪm.pɜːrˈsɪp.tə.bəl/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜːr.sɪp.tə.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very difficult or impossible to notice or perceive because it is so small or subtle.

Example: The changes in the painting were imperceptible to most viewers.

imperceptibly

IPA: /ˌɪm.pərˈsɪp.tə.bli/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜːr.sɪp.tə.bli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is so slight or subtle that it cannot be easily noticed or perceived.

Example: The changes in temperature occurred imperceptibly over the course of the day.

imperceptive

IPA: /ˌɪmpəˈsɛptɪv/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜːrˌsɛp.tɪv/

adjective

Definition: Not able to notice or understand things easily; lacking awareness or insight.

Example: His imperceptive nature made it difficult for him to understand the feelings of others.

impercipient

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrsɪpɪənt/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜːrsɪpɪənt/

adjective

Definition: Not able to perceive or understand things; lacking awareness or insight.

Example: His impercipient attitude made it difficult for him to notice the problems around him.

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