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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

marginally

IPA: /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəli/

KK: /ˈmɑrdʒɪnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is only slightly or barely enough; not significantly.

Example: The changes to the policy will marginally improve the situation.

marginate

IPA: /ˈmɑːrdʒɪneɪt/

KK: /ˈmɑrdʒɪneɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a border or edge that is noticeably different in color or pattern.

Example: The marginate leaves of the plant made it stand out in the garden.

transitive verb

Definition: To add a border or margin to something, often used in the context of formatting or layout.

Example: The designer decided to marginate the text to make it stand out on the page.

margination

IPA: /mɑːrˈdʒɪneɪʃən/

KK: /mɑrˈdʒɪneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of creating or having a border or edge around something.

Example: The margination of the cells was clearly visible under the microscope.

margraviate

IPA: //ˈmɑːrɡreɪviət//

KK: /mɑrˈgreɪviət/

noun

Definition: A region or territory that is ruled by a margrave, often located on the border of a kingdom.

Example: The margraviate was known for its strategic location and rich resources.

marital

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪtəl/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to marriage or the relationship between married people.

Example: They are discussing their marital issues in therapy.

maritime

IPA: /ˈmærɪˌtaɪm/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪˌtaɪm/

adjective

Definition: Related to the sea, especially in terms of shipping, navigation, or activities that occur on or near the water.

Example: The maritime industry plays a crucial role in global trade.

markedly

IPA: /ˈmɑːrkɪdli/

KK: /ˈmɑrkɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is easy to notice or very clear; significantly or obviously.

Example: The temperature dropped markedly after the sun went down.

markedness

IPA: /ˈmɑːrkɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈmɑrkɪd.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being more complex or less common in language forms, often indicating a deviation from the norm.

Example: In linguistics, markedness helps to explain why certain forms are used less frequently than their unmarked counterparts.

marketization

IPA: /ˌmɑːrkɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˈmɑrkɪtəˌzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something operate in a market-based manner, often involving competition and profit motives.

Example: The marketization of public services has led to increased efficiency but also raised concerns about accessibility.

marmoreal

IPA: /mɑːrˈmɔːr.i.əl/

KK: /mɑrˈmɔr i əl/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities similar to marble, such as being smooth, white, or hard, often suggesting a cold or distant demeanor.

Example: The statue had a marmoreal beauty that captivated everyone who saw it.

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