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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

problematic

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/

KK: /ˈprɑːbləmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that causes difficulties or is hard to deal with.

Example: The project faced several problematic issues that delayed its completion.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

problematical

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪkəl/

KK: /prɑːbləˈmætɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is uncertain or causes doubt; it can be unclear or questionable.

Example: The solution to the problem was considered problematical by many experts.

problematically

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪkli/

KK: /prɑːbləˈmætɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes problems or difficulties.

Example: The project was progressing problematically, leading to delays and confusion.

problematize

IPA: /ˈprɒbləmaɪz/

KK: /ˈprɒbləmaɪz/

verb

Definition: To view or treat something as a problem that needs to be addressed or solved.

Example: In her essay, she chose to problematize the issue of climate change and its impact on society.

proboscidean

IPA: /prəˈbɒsɪˌdiːən/

KK: /prəˈbɑsɪˌdiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of large mammals that includes elephants and their extinct relatives.

Example: The proboscidean species, such as the woolly mammoth, once roamed the Earth in large numbers.

noun

Definition: A large mammal that has a trunk, including elephants and their extinct relatives like mastodons.

Example: The proboscidean is known for its long trunk and large ears, which help it to survive in various environments.

proboscidian

IPA: /prəˈbɒsɪdʒən/

KK: /prəˈbɑsɪdʒən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of large mammals that have long trunks, such as elephants.

Example: The proboscidian species are known for their unique trunk and large size.

noun

Definition: A type of large mammal that includes elephants and their extinct relatives, known for having a long trunk and large tusks.

Example: The proboscidian is known for its distinctive trunk and tusks, which are used for various tasks.

procaine

IPA: //proʊˈkeɪn//

KK: /proʊˈkeɪn/

noun

Definition: A white powder used mainly as a local anesthetic in medical and dental procedures.

Example: The dentist used procaine to numb the area before starting the procedure.

procaryote

IPA: /prəˈkɛr.i.oʊt/

KK: /proʊˈkɛr.i.oʊt/

noun

Definition: A type of single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles, typically found in environments like soil and water.

Example: Bacteria are examples of procaryotes that can thrive in extreme conditions.

procedural

IPA: /prəˈsiːdʒərəl/

KK: /prəˈsiːdʒərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end, often used in legal or formal contexts.

Example: The procedural rules must be followed during the trial to ensure fairness.

noun

Definition: A type of story or narrative that focuses on the methods and processes used by police or other authorities to solve a crime.

Example: The book is a thrilling police procedural that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

procedurally

IPA: /prəˈsiːdʒərəli/

KK: /prəˈsiːdʒərəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that follows a specific set of steps or rules.

Example: The team completed the project procedurally, ensuring that every step was followed correctly.

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