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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

imperfect

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜr.fɪkt/

adjective

Definition: Not complete or lacking some qualities; not perfect.

Example: Her performance was imperfect, but it still received applause from the audience.

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to a verb form used in some languages to indicate an action that is ongoing or not completed, often used in past contexts.

Example: In French, the imperfect is used to describe actions that were happening in the past.

imperfection

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrfɛkʃən/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜrˌfɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: A flaw or defect in something that makes it less than perfect.

Example: The painting had a small imperfection that made it unique.

imperfective

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪktɪv/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜrfɪktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing an action that is ongoing or not finished, often used in grammar to indicate that an action is not completed or is repeated.

Example: In some languages, the imperfective aspect is used to show that an action is still happening.

noun

Definition: A type of verb that describes an action that is ongoing, repeated, or not completed.

Example: In the sentence 'She was reading a book', 'reading' is in the imperfective aspect.

imperfectness

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪktnəs/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜrfɪktnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of not being perfect or having flaws.

Example: Her imperfectness made her unique and relatable.

imperforate

IPA: /ɪmˈpɜːrfəreɪt/

KK: /ɪmˈpɜrfəˌreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that does not have any openings or holes.

Example: The imperforate membrane prevented any fluid from passing through.

noun

Definition: A type of stamp that has no holes or perforations along its edges, making it solid and uncut.

Example: The collector was excited to find an imperforate stamp from the early 20th century.

imperial

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to an empire or a ruler, especially a king or queen; it can also mean grand or impressive in size or quality.

Example: The imperial palace was filled with beautiful art and luxurious decorations.

noun

Definition: A person who rules as an emperor or empress, often associated with a large empire.

Example: The imperial was known for his vast territories and powerful influence.

imperialism

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪəriəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrɪəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The practice of a country extending its power and influence over other countries, often through colonization or control of their political and economic systems.

Example: The era of imperialism led to significant changes in many countries around the world.

imperialist

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪəriəlist/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrɪəlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a policy or practice where a country extends its power and influence over other countries or territories, often through colonization or military force.

Example: The imperialist policies of the 19th century led to significant changes in many regions around the world.

noun

Definition: A person who supports or promotes the policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or other means.

Example: The imperialist policies of the 19th century led to significant changes in many countries around the world.

imperialistic

IPA: /ɪmˌpɪəriˈælɪstɪk/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrɪəlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a policy or practice where a country extends its power and influence over other countries, often through colonization or military force.

Example: The nation's imperialistic ambitions led to conflicts with neighboring countries.

imperially

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪəriəli/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪrɪəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to an empire or is characteristic of an emperor.

Example: The ruler governed imperially, making decisions that affected the entire empire.

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