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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

parametric

IPA: /pəˈræmətɪk/

KK: /pæˈræmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or defined by specific parameters or limits.

Example: The parametric design allows for flexibility in creating various shapes.

parametrically

IPA: /pəˈræmətrɪkli/

KK: /pəˈræməˌtrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or depends on parameters, often used in mathematical or technical contexts.

Example: The model was adjusted parametrically to fit the new data.

parametrization

IPA: /ˌpærəˌmɛtrɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /pæˌræməˈtraɪzəʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of defining or expressing something in terms of parameters, which are variables that can be adjusted or changed.

Example: The parametrization of the curve allowed for easier calculations in the project.

parametrize

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaɪtɹaɪz/

KK: /pæˈræməˌtraɪz/

verb

Definition: To express or define something in terms of parameters, which are variables that can be adjusted or changed.

Example: In mathematics, we can parametrize a curve by using equations that depend on a variable.

paramilitary

IPA: //ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri//

KK: /ˌpærəˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of civilians who are organized like a military force, often to support or replace regular army troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was called in to assist during the crisis.

noun

Definition: A person who is part of a military organization that is not officially part of the regular armed forces, often operating in a similar way to military troops.

Example: The paramilitary group was involved in various operations across the region.

paramnesia

IPA: /pærˈæm.nə.zi.ə/

KK: /pæˈræmniə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person's memory is distorted, causing confusion between what is real and what is imagined.

Example: The patient experienced paramnesia, mixing up real events with dreams.

paramount

IPA: /ˈpærəmaʊnt/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊnt/

adjective

Definition: The highest in importance or rank, more significant than anything else.

Example: In this project, safety is paramount to ensure everyone's well-being.

noun

Definition: A person who holds the highest rank or authority in a particular area or organization.

Example: The paramount of the organization made the final decision on the project.

paramountcy

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

noun

Definition: The state of being the most important or having the highest authority over others.

Example: In matters of safety, the paramountcy of regulations must be respected.

paramountly

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is of the highest importance or significance.

Example: The safety of the children is paramountly important to the school.

paramour

IPA: //ˈpær.ə.mʌr//

KK: /ˈpærəˌmʌr/

noun

Definition: A person with whom someone has a romantic relationship, often in secret or outside of marriage.

Example: He was her secret paramour, and they met in hidden places.

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