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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

polarity

IPA: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/

KK: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or condition of having two opposite or contrasting aspects, often related to physical properties or ideas.

Example: The polarity of the magnet determines which way it will attract other objects.

polarizability

IPA: /ˌpoʊlərəˈzæbɪlɪti/

KK: /ˌpoʊlərəˈzæbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a system of electric charges to become polarized when an external electric field is applied.

Example: The polarizability of the material affects how it interacts with electric fields.

polarizable

IPA: /ˈpoʊlərɪzaːbəl/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərɪzaːbəl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being divided into two distinct groups or states, especially in terms of opinions or characteristics.

Example: The debate on climate change has become increasingly polarizable, with strong opinions on both sides.

polarization

IPA: /ˌpoʊləraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act or process of dividing into two opposing groups or positions, often leading to conflict or contrast.

Example: The polarization of opinions on the issue made it difficult to reach a consensus.

polarize

IPA: /ˈpoʊləˌraɪz/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become divided into two opposing groups or opinions.

Example: The debate on climate change tends to polarize public opinion.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to divide into two opposing groups or to have two very different opinions or positions.

Example: The debate on climate change tends to polarize public opinion.

polarized

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪzd/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or group that is divided into two or more opposing sides or extremes.

Example: The debate on climate change has become increasingly polarized, with strong opinions on both sides.

verb

Definition: To cause something to have distinct and opposite positions or opinions.

Example: The debate polarized the community, dividing people into two opposing groups.

polarizing

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing division or strong disagreement among people or groups.

Example: The polarizing debate on climate change has led to heated arguments.

verb

Definition: To cause a division of opinions or feelings, often leading to strong disagreement or conflict.

Example: The controversial topic was polarizing, making it hard for people to agree.

polarographic

IPA: /ˌpɒləˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /ˌpoʊlərəˈgræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method of analysis that measures the current produced by a chemical reaction in a solution as a function of the applied voltage.

Example: The polarographic technique is often used in electrochemistry to analyze substances in solution.

polarography

IPA: //ˌpoʊləˈrɒɡrəfi//

KK: /ˌpoʊlərˈɒgrəfi/

noun

Definition: A technique used in chemistry to analyze substances by measuring the current that flows through a solution as the voltage is changed.

Example: Scientists often use polarography to determine the concentration of different ions in a solution.

polaron

IPA: /ˈpɒlərɒn/

KK: /ˈpɔləˌrɒn/

noun

Definition: A type of quasiparticle formed when an electron or hole interacts with the surrounding lattice in a material, causing a distortion in the lattice structure.

Example: In certain materials, the behavior of a polaron can significantly affect their electrical properties.

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