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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

potently

IPA: /ˈpoʊtəntli/

KK: /ˈpoʊtəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is strong or powerful.

Example: The medicine works potently to relieve pain.

poundage

IPA: /ˈpaʊndɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈpaʊndɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A fee or charge that is based on the weight of something measured in pounds, or a tax related to the value of goods per pound.

Example: The poundage for shipping the package was higher than expected due to its weight.

pourparler

IPA: //pʊərˈpɑːleɪ//

KK: /pɔrˈpɑːlɛr/

noun

Definition: A conversation or discussion that happens before formal negotiations take place.

Example: The two parties held a pourparler to discuss the terms of the agreement before signing the contract.

poverty

IPA: /ˈpɒv.ə.ti/

KK: /ˈpɑvərti/

noun

Definition: The condition of having little or no money, goods, or means of support; the state of being poor.

Example: Many organizations work to help people escape from poverty.

power

IPA: /ˈpaʊər/

KK: /ˈpaʊər/

adjective

Definition: Having influence or control in a particular area, often related to business, politics, or energy.

Example: She wore a power suit to the meeting to impress the executives.

noun

Definition: The ability or capacity to do something or act in a certain way; it can also refer to control or influence over others.

Example: The government has the power to create new laws.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide energy or force to something, especially in a mechanical context.

Example: The new engine can power the entire vehicle efficiently.

powerful

IPA: /ˈpaʊəfəl/

KK: /ˈpaʊərfəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a lot of strength, influence, or effect; able to do many things or have a strong impact.

Example: The powerful engine made the car go very fast.

adverb

Definition: Having a lot of strength or influence; very strong or effective.

Example: The powerful storm caused significant damage to the town.

powerhouse

IPA: /ˈpaʊərˌhaʊs/

KK: /ˈpaʊərˌhaʊs/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that has a lot of energy, influence, or power, often achieving great success or impact.

Example: The new tech startup quickly became a powerhouse in the industry.

powerless

IPA: /ˈpaʊə.ləs/

KK: /ˈpaʊərləs/

adjective

Definition: Not having any strength or ability to control a situation; feeling unable to act or influence events.

Example: After the sudden changes in management, the employees felt powerless to voice their concerns.

powerlessly

IPA: /ˈpaʊərləsli/

KK: /ˈpaʊərləsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of power or control.

Example: She watched powerlessly as the storm destroyed her home.

powerlessness

IPA: /ˈpaʊəˌlɛs.nəs/

KK: /ˈpaʊərləsnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of not having any power or control over something.

Example: She felt a deep sense of powerlessness in the face of the overwhelming situation.

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