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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

paralinguistic

IPA: /ˌpærəˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌpærəˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the non-verbal elements of communication, such as tone of voice, gestures, and facial expressions, that accompany spoken language.

Example: Her paralinguistic cues, like her tone and body language, revealed her true feelings about the situation.

paralinguistics

IPA: /ˌpærəˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪks/

KK: /pɛrəˈlɪŋɡwɪstɪks/

noun

Definition: The study of non-verbal elements of communication, such as tone of voice, pitch, and body language, that accompany spoken language.

Example: Paralinguistics helps us understand the emotions behind the words we hear.

parallactic

IPA: /pəˈræl.æk.tɪk/

KK: /pəˈræl.æk.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the apparent shift in position of an object when viewed from different angles.

Example: The parallactic shift of the stars can be observed from different points in Earth's orbit.

parallax

IPA: /ˈpær.ə.læks/

KK: /ˈpærəˌlæks/

noun

Definition: A visual effect where an object appears to change position or direction when viewed from different angles or locations.

Example: The parallax effect is used in photography to create a sense of depth.

parallel

IPA: //ˈpær.ə.lɛl//

KK: /ˈpærəˌlɛl/

adjective

Definition: Describing two or more things that are the same distance apart at every point, or happening at the same time.

Example: The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.

adverb

Definition: In a way that is similar or comparable to something else, often used to describe two or more things that are aligned or occur at the same time.

Example: The two projects were developed in parallel to save time.

noun

Definition: A line or plane that runs alongside another without ever meeting, or a comparison that shows similarities between two things.

Example: The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.

transitive verb

Definition: To be or extend in the same direction and distance apart from something else, or to be similar to something.

Example: The new road parallels the river, making it easier for travelers to enjoy the view.

parallelepiped

IPA: /ˌpærəˈlɛləˌpaɪpəd/

KK: /ˌpærəˈlɛləˌpaɪpəd/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has six flat surfaces, where each surface is a parallelogram and opposite surfaces are parallel to each other.

Example: The architect designed a building in the shape of a parallelepiped to maximize space.

parallelism

IPA: /ˈpærəˌlɪzəm/

KK: /ˈpærəˌlɛlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being similar or having a corresponding relationship, often used in grammar to describe the use of similar structures in sentences.

Example: The author used parallelism in her writing to create rhythm and emphasize her points.

parallelogram

IPA: /ˌpærəˈlɛləˌɡræm/

KK: /ˌpærəˈlɛləˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A four-sided shape where opposite sides are parallel and equal in length.

Example: In geometry class, we learned how to calculate the area of a parallelogram.

paralogism

IPA: /pəˈrælədʒɪzəm/

KK: /pæˈrælədʒɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A mistaken or misleading argument that is not based on sound reasoning.

Example: The debate was filled with paralogisms that confused the audience.

paralysis

IPA: /pəˈrælɪsɪs/

KK: /pəˈræləsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person cannot move or feel a part of their body, often due to nerve damage or injury.

Example: After the accident, he experienced paralysis in his legs and could not walk.

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