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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

importuning

IPA: /ɪmˈpɔːrtʃənɪŋ/

KK: /ɪmˈpɔrtʃənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of persistently asking someone for something, often in a way that is annoying or bothersome.

Example: His importuning for donations became too much for the charity to handle.

verb

Definition: To ask someone for something in a persistent and often annoying way.

Example: She kept importuning her friend for a favor until he finally agreed.

importunity

IPA: /ɪmˈpɔːrtʃənɪti/

KK: /ɪmˈpɔrtʃənɪti/

noun

Definition: A persistent and often annoying demand or request that is made repeatedly.

Example: His importunity for a raise became too much for his boss to handle.

impose

IPA: /ɪmˈpoʊz/

KK: /ɪmˈpoʊz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take advantage of someone’s kindness or generosity without asking for permission.

Example: She often imposes on her friends by borrowing money without returning it.

transitive verb

Definition: To force something to be accepted or put in place, often by using authority or influence.

Example: The government decided to impose new regulations on businesses to protect the environment.

imposer

IPA: /ɪmˈpoʊzər/

KK: /ɪmˈpoʊzər/

noun

Definition: A person who forces something on others, often without their consent or agreement.

Example: The imposer of the new rules did not consider the opinions of the team.

imposing

IPA: /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

KK: /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is impressive because of its size, appearance, or dignity.

Example: The imposing castle stood tall on the hill, attracting visitors from all around.

imposingly

IPA: /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋli/

KK: /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is impressive or intimidating, often because of size, strength, or dignity.

Example: The castle stood imposingly on the hill, dominating the landscape.

imposition

IPA: /ɪmˈpəʊzɪʃən/

KK: /ɪmˈpəʊzɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of forcing something to be accepted or done, often seen as a burden or requirement that is not welcome.

Example: The new tax was seen as an imposition on the citizens.

impossibility

IPA: /ɪmˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪmˌpɑsəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: A situation or condition that cannot happen or be done.

Example: The impossibility of finding a solution made everyone feel hopeless.

impossible

IPA: /ɪmˈpɒsəbl/

KK: /ɪmˈpɑsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be done or achieved; it is extremely difficult or not possible to accomplish.

Example: Climbing that mountain without proper gear is impossible.

impost

IPA: /ɪmˈpɒst/

KK: /ɪmˈpɔst/

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to something that is imposed, such as a tax or duty, or the upper part of a column that supports an arch.

Example: The impost on luxury goods has increased this year.

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