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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

jobbery

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbəri/

KK: /ˈdʒɑːbəri/

noun

Definition: The practice of corruption or dishonest behavior by public officials, often involving the misuse of power for personal gain.

Example: The investigation revealed widespread jobbery among the city's officials.

jobholder

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbˌhoʊldər/

KK: /ˈdʒɑbˌhoʊldər/

noun

Definition: A person who is employed and holds a specific job position.

Example: The jobholder was recognized for their outstanding performance at work.

joblessness

IPA: /ˈdʒɒb.ləs.nəs/

KK: /ˈdʒɑb.ləs.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of not having a job or being unemployed.

Example: Joblessness can lead to financial difficulties for many families.

jobname

IPA: /ˈdʒɒbneɪm/

KK: /dʒɑbneɪm/

noun

Definition: A name given to a job in a computer system, used to identify it during processing.

Example: The jobname must be unique to avoid conflicts in the system.

jocose

IPA: /dʒəʊˈkoʊs/

KK: /dʒoʊˈkoʊs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is funny and likes to joke around.

Example: His jocose nature made everyone laugh at the party.

jocosely

IPA: /dʒəˈkoʊsli/

KK: /dʒoʊˈkoʊsli/

adverb

Definition: In a cheerful or playful way, often with humor.

Example: She jocosely teased her friend about his new haircut.

jocoseness

IPA: /dʒoʊˈkoʊnəs/

KK: /dʒoʊˈkoʊnɪs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being cheerful and full of fun; humor or playful behavior.

Example: Her jocoseness made the party lively and enjoyable for everyone.

jocosity

IPA: /dʒəˈkɒsɪti/

KK: /dʒoʊˈkɑsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being cheerful and full of fun; humor or playfulness.

Example: Her jocosity made the party lively and enjoyable for everyone.

jocular

IPA: /ˈdʒɒkjʊlə/

KK: /ˈdʒɑk.jə.lɚ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who likes to joke or be playful, often making others laugh.

Example: His jocular personality made him the life of the party.

jocularity

IPA: /dʒəˈkjuːlətri/

KK: /dʒɑˈkjuləˌtɛri/

noun

Definition: The quality of being humorous or playful, often expressed through jokes or light-hearted behavior.

Example: His jocularity made the party much more enjoyable for everyone.

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