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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

persuasiveness

IPA: /pərˈsweɪsɪvnəs/

KK: /pɚˈsweɪsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The ability to convince someone to believe or do something.

Example: Her persuasiveness helped her win the debate.

pertain

IPA: /pərˈteɪn/

KK: /pɚˈteɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be related to something or to have a connection with it.

Example: The rules that pertain to this game are very specific.

pertinacious

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Being very determined and unwilling to change your mind or give up on something.

Example: Despite many challenges, her pertinacious spirit helped her achieve her goals.

pertinacity

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈnæsɪti/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəˌsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very determined and persistent in holding onto something or pursuing a goal.

Example: Her pertinacity in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

pertinence

IPA: /ˈpɜːrtɪnəns/

KK: /ˈpɜrtɪnəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of being relevant or applicable to a particular matter or situation.

Example: The pertinence of her comments to the discussion was appreciated by everyone in the meeting.

pertinency

IPA: /pərˈtɪnənsi/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnənsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being relevant or related to the topic being discussed.

Example: The pertinency of her comments made the discussion more meaningful.

pertinent

IPA: /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

KK: /ˈpɜrtɪnənt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is directly related to the topic or issue being discussed.

Example: The lawyer presented pertinent evidence that helped the case.

pertinently

IPA: /pərˈtɪnəntli/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is relevant or applicable to the matter at hand.

Example: She answered the question pertinently, addressing all the key points.

pertly

IPA: /ˈpɜːrtli/

KK: /pɜrtli/

adverb

Definition: In a lively or cheerful way, often showing confidence or boldness.

Example: She answered the question pertly, impressing everyone with her confidence.

pertness

IPA: /ˈpɜːrt.nəs/

KK: /ˈpɜrt.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being lively, bold, and somewhat cheeky or impudent.

Example: Her pertness made her stand out in the crowd, as she confidently expressed her opinions.

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