IPA: /ˈpɪtɪləsnəs/
KK: /ˈpɪtɪləsnəs/
Definition: The state of showing no mercy or compassion towards others.
Example: The pitilessness of the storm left the town in ruins.
IPA: /ˈpɪt.əns/
KK: /ˈpɪt.əns/
Definition: A very small amount of money, often not enough to live on or to meet basic needs.
Example: After working all month, he received only a pittance for his efforts.
IPA: /pɪˈtjuːɪˌtɛri/
KK: /pɪˈtjuːɪˌtɛri/
Definition: Related to a small gland in the brain that produces hormones controlling various bodily functions.
Example: The doctor explained how the pituitary gland affects growth and metabolism.
Definition: A small gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones controlling various bodily functions, including growth and metabolism.
Example: The doctor explained how the pituitary gland regulates hormones in the body.
IPA: /ˈpɪvətl/
KK: /ˈpɪvətl/
Definition: Something that is very important and necessary for something else to happen or succeed.
Example: The scientist played a pivotal role in the discovery of the new vaccine.
IPA: /ˈpɪvɪtəli/
KK: /ˈpɪvətli/
Definition: In a way that is crucial or essential to the outcome of something.
Example: The decision pivotally influenced the direction of the project.
IPA: /pləˈkæbɪlɪti/
KK: /pləˈkæbɪlɪti/
Definition: The quality of being able to be easily calmed or appeased; a gentle and forgiving nature.
Example: Her placability made it easy for others to approach her with their problems.
IPA: /ˈpleɪkə.bəl/
KK: /ˈpleɪkəbl/
Definition: Someone who can be easily calmed or made peaceful; tolerant and forgiving.
Example: Despite the heated argument, she remained placable and was willing to listen to both sides.
IPA: /pləˈkeɪt/
KK: /pləˈkeɪt/
Definition: To calm someone down or make them less angry, often by giving them what they want or making compromises.
Example: She tried to placate her upset friend by offering to help with the project.
IPA: /pləˈkeɪtə/
KK: /pləˈkeɪtər/
Definition: A person who calms someone down or makes them feel better, especially after a disagreement or conflict.
Example: The placater spoke softly to ease the tension in the room.
IPA: /pləˈkeɪtɪŋ/
KK: /pləˈkeɪtɪŋ/
Definition: Intended to calm someone down or reduce their anger.
Example: The manager's placating tone helped to ease the tension in the room.
Definition: To calm someone down or make them feel better, especially after they are upset or angry.
Example: She was placating her friend after the argument by offering a sincere apology.
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