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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

prohibitively

IPA: /prəˈhɪbɪtɪvli/

KK: /prəˈhɪbɪtɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that prevents something from happening or makes it very difficult, often due to high costs or restrictions.

Example: The prices for the concert tickets were prohibitively high for most fans.

prohibitiveness

IPA: /prəˈhɪbɪtɪvnəs/

KK: /prəˈhɪbɪtɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being restrictive or preventing something from happening, often due to high costs or strict rules.

Example: The prohibitiveness of the new regulations made it difficult for small businesses to operate.

prohibitory

IPA: /prəˈhɪbɪtəri/

KK: /prəˈhɪbɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Something that prevents or forbids an action or behavior.

Example: The prohibitory laws made it illegal to sell alcohol in the city.

proinsulin

IPA: //proʊˈɪn.su.lɪn//

KK: /proʊˈɪn.su.lɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of protein that is the initial form of insulin in the body, which is changed into insulin through a chemical process.

Example: Proinsulin is produced in the pancreas and is essential for the regulation of blood sugar levels.

project

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛkt/

KK: /prɒdʒɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To extend or stick out from a surface or boundary.

Example: The roof beams project over the edge of the house.

noun

Definition: A specific plan or task that is carried out to achieve a goal, often involving a group of people working together.

Example: The students worked hard on their science project for the school fair.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to be seen or heard in a particular way, or to plan or intend something for the future.

Example: The teacher projected the image onto the screen during the lesson.

projectable

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛktəbl/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be shown or displayed, often in a way that allows for future planning or estimation.

Example: The data from the survey is projectable onto future trends in consumer behavior.

projectile

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛk.taɪl/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛk.taɪl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be thrown or pushed forward with force.

Example: The projectile motion of the rocket was carefully calculated before launch.

noun

Definition: An object that is thrown, fired, or propelled through the air, often used in weapons or sports.

Example: The soldier aimed carefully before launching the projectile from the catapult.

projecting

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛktɪŋ/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛktɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that extends outward or gives an appearance that is noticeable or prominent.

Example: The projecting roof of the house provides shade on sunny days.

verb

Definition: To show or display something, often on a surface, or to estimate or predict something based on current information.

Example: The teacher is projecting the slides onto the screen for the class.

projection

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛkʃən/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: A plan or estimate about what will happen in the future, often based on current information or trends. It can also refer to a part that sticks out from a surface.

Example: The company's projection for next year's sales shows significant growth.

projective

IPA: /prəˈdʒɛktɪv/

KK: /prəˈdʒɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that extends outward or is related to projection, often used in mathematics and psychology.

Example: The projective properties of the shape remain unchanged when viewed from different angles.

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