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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

antipathy

IPA: /ænˈtɪpəθi/

KK: /æn'tɪpəθi/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of dislike or hatred towards someone or something.

Example: Her antipathy towards the new policy was clear during the meeting.

antipersonnel

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpɜːrsənɛl/

KK: /ˌæntiˈpɜrsənɛl/

adjective

Definition: This term describes weapons or devices that are intended to harm or kill people rather than destroy equipment or buildings.

Example: The military deployed antipersonnel mines in the conflict zone to target enemy soldiers.

antiphlogistic

IPA: //ˌæntɪˈflɒdʒɪstɪk//

KK: /æn'tɪfɒlədʒɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: A word used to describe something that helps to reduce inflammation or fever.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antiphlogistic medication to help with the patient's swelling.

antiphrasis

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈfræsɪs/

KK: /æn'tɪfrəsɪs/

noun

Definition: The use of a word or phrase in a way that means the opposite of its usual meaning, often for humor or irony.

Example: Calling a slow runner 'Usain Bolt' is an example of antiphrasis.

antipiracy

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpaɪrəsi/

KK: /æntiˈpaɪrəsi/

adjective

Definition: Relating to actions taken to stop or prevent the illegal copying or distribution of content, such as software, music, or movies.

Example: The company implemented antipiracy measures to protect its intellectual property.

antiplatelet

IPA: /ˌæn.tiˈpleɪt.lɪt/

KK: /ˌæntiˈpleɪtlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that works to prevent or reduce the activity of blood platelets, which are cells involved in blood clotting.

Example: The doctor prescribed an antiplatelet medication to help prevent blood clots.

antipodal

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈpoʊdəl/

KK: /æn'tɪpədəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is located on the opposite side of the Earth or directly opposite to something else.

Example: Australia and Great Britain are antipodal countries, meaning they are on opposite sides of the globe.

noun

Definition: A term used to describe something that is located on the opposite side of the Earth from a specific point.

Example: The antipodal point of New York City is in the Indian Ocean.

antipode

IPA: /ˈæntɪpoʊd/

KK: /æn'tɪpoʊd/

noun

Definition: A direct opposite or something that is completely different from something else.

Example: The two political parties are antipodes in their beliefs and policies.

antipodean

IPA: //ˌæntɪˈpoʊdiən//

KK: /æn'tɪpə'din/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is located on the opposite side of the Earth or is diametrically opposed to something else, often used in relation to Australia or New Zealand.

Example: The antipodean culture is rich and diverse, reflecting the unique history of Australia and New Zealand.

antipolitical

IPA: /ˌæntiˈpɪlɪkəl/

KK: /æntiˈpɪlɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a stance or attitude that is against or opposed to political activities or systems.

Example: His antipolitical views made him reluctant to participate in the election.

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