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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

maturate

IPA: //məˈtʃʊəreɪt//

KK: /mætʃəˌreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To develop or reach a state of full growth or ripeness.

Example: The fruit will maturate on the tree until it is ready to be picked.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to mature or develop fully, often used in a medical context to refer to the process of a wound or sore becoming ripe for healing.

Example: The doctor advised that the wound should maturate before applying any further treatment.

maturation

IPA: /ˌmætʃəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /mætʃəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of developing to a mature state, often referring to biological growth or the attainment of full functional capacity.

Example: The maturation of the fruit took several weeks before it was ready to be harvested.

maturational

IPA: /ˌmæʧəˈreɪʃənl/

KK: /mætʃəˈreɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of growing or developing, especially in a way that leads to maturity.

Example: The maturational changes in children can significantly affect their behavior and learning.

mature

IPA: /məˈtʃʊr/

KK: /məˈtʃʊr/

adjective

Definition: Fully developed or grown; having reached a stage of full growth or development.

Example: The mature tree provided plenty of shade on a hot day.

intransitive verb

Definition: To reach a state of full development or maturity, often used in the context of financial instruments becoming due.

Example: The bond will mature in five years, at which point the principal amount will be paid back.

transitive verb

Definition: To help something develop fully or reach its final stage of growth.

Example: The teacher helped the students mature their ideas for the project.

maturely

IPA: /məˈtʃʊrli/

KK: /məˈtʃʊrli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows emotional or mental maturity, often implying wisdom or responsibility.

Example: She handled the difficult situation maturely, showing great understanding and patience.

maturity

IPA: /məˈtʃʊr.ɪ.ti/

KK: /məˈtʃʊrɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being fully grown or developed, either physically or emotionally, or the point in time when something is due.

Example: Her maturity in handling difficult situations impressed everyone around her.

matutinal

IPA: /məˈtjuːtɪnəl/

KK: /məˈtjuːtɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or happening in the morning.

Example: The matutinal sun rose over the horizon, bringing light to the day.

maudlin

IPA: /ˈmɔːdlɪn/

KK: /ˈmɔd.lɪn/

adjective

Definition: Excessively emotional or sentimental, often in a way that seems foolish or insincere.

Example: After watching the sad movie, she became maudlin and started crying uncontrollably.

maunder

IPA: /ˈmɔːndər/

KK: /ˈmɔndər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move or speak in a way that is aimless or without a clear purpose.

Example: He tends to maunder about his day without any real direction.

maven

IPA: /ˈmeɪ.vən/

KK: /ˈmeɪvən/

noun

Definition: A person who is very knowledgeable or skilled in a particular area, often sharing their expertise with others.

Example: She is a maven in digital marketing, always up-to-date with the latest trends.

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