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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

incubation

IPA: /ˌɪŋkjuˈbeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪŋkjəˈbeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of keeping something in a controlled environment to help it develop, especially in medicine for infections or for premature babies.

Example: The doctor monitored the incubation of the virus to understand its effects better.

incubative

IPA: /ɪnˈkjuːbeɪtɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈkjubətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of incubation, which is the time when eggs are kept warm so that they can develop and hatch.

Example: The incubative stage of the eggs is crucial for the development of the embryos inside.

incubator

IPA: /ˈɪŋkjʊˌbeɪtə/

KK: /ˈɪŋkjʊˌbeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device or place that provides controlled conditions for the growth or development of something, such as eggs, bacteria, or even new ideas.

Example: The scientist placed the samples in the incubator to ensure they would grow properly.

incubatory

IPA: /ˌɪn.kjʊˈbeɪ.tər.i/

KK: /ɪnˈkjubəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of incubation, which is the act of keeping eggs or other things in a controlled environment to help them develop.

Example: The incubatory conditions in the lab were perfect for hatching the eggs.

incubus

IPA: /ˈɪŋkjʊbəs/

KK: /ˈɪŋkjʊbəs/

noun

Definition: A type of evil spirit that is believed to visit people while they sleep, often causing nightmares or having sexual relations with them.

Example: Many cultures have stories about an incubus that visits women at night.

inculcate

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌl.keɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌl.keɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To teach someone an idea or habit by repeating it many times so that they remember it.

Example: Teachers often try to inculcate good study habits in their students.

inculcation

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌlkeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌlkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of teaching or instilling an idea or habit in someone through repeated instruction or practice.

Example: The inculcation of good habits in children is essential for their development.

inculcator

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌlkeɪtə/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌlkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who teaches or instills an idea, habit, or principle in someone else, often through repetition or persistent instruction.

Example: The teacher acted as an inculcator, helping her students understand the importance of honesty.

inculpable

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌlpəbl/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌlpəbl/

adjective

Definition: Not guilty; having no blame or responsibility for a wrongdoing.

Example: The jury found the defendant inculpable after reviewing the evidence.

inculpate

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌlpeɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌlpeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To accuse someone of a crime or wrongdoing, suggesting that they are responsible for it.

Example: The evidence presented in court was enough to inculpate the suspect in the robbery.

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