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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

scribe

IPA: /skraɪb/

KK: /skraɪb/

intransitive verb

Definition: To perform the duties of a person who writes or copies documents, often in a formal or official capacity.

Example: He decided to scribe for the local historical society, documenting important events.

noun

Definition: A person who writes or copies documents, especially in the past when this was a common profession.

Example: In ancient times, a scribe was essential for recording important events and laws.

transitive verb

Definition: To write or inscribe something, often in a careful or formal way.

Example: He decided to scribe his thoughts in a journal every night.

scripter

IPA: /ˈskrɪptər/

KK: /ˈskrɪptər/

noun

Definition: A person who writes scripts, usually in a programming or scripting language, to automate tasks or create software applications.

Example: The scripter developed a new tool to streamline the data processing.

scriptorium

IPA: //skrɪpˈtɔːr.i.əm//

KK: /skrɪpˈtɔːrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A special room in a monastery where monks would write, copy, or decorate books and documents.

Example: The ancient scriptorium was filled with the sound of quills scratching on parchment.

scriptural

IPA: /ˈskrɪp.tʃər.əl/

KK: /ˈskrɪpʧərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to sacred writings or texts, especially those considered holy in a religious context.

Example: Many people find comfort in scriptural passages during difficult times.

scripturally

IPA: /ˈskrɪp.tʃər.əli/

KK: /ˈskrɪp.tʃər.ə.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or is based on religious texts, especially the Bible.

Example: The teachings were explained scripturally to help the congregation understand their significance.

scripture

IPA: /ˈskrɪp.tʃər/

KK: /ˈskrɪp.tʃər/

noun

Definition: A holy or sacred text that is considered authoritative in a religion, often including writings like the Bible.

Example: Many people find comfort and guidance in their scripture.

scrivener

IPA: /ˈskrɪvənər/

KK: /ˈskrɪvənər/

noun

Definition: A person who writes or copies documents, often for legal purposes.

Example: The scrivener carefully transcribed the legal documents for the court.

scrofulous

IPA: /ˈskrɒf.jə.ləs/

KK: /ˈskroʊfələs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a disease that causes swelling of the lymph nodes, or having a dirty or unhealthy appearance; can also refer to moral corruption.

Example: The scrofulous condition of the old building made it look abandoned and uninviting.

scrum

IPA: /skrʌm/

KK: /skrʌm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To participate in a type of play or contest where players come together in a tight formation, often used in rugby.

Example: The players will scrum to restart the game after a minor infraction.

noun

Definition: A situation in which a group of people are in a disordered or confused state, or a specific play in rugby where players come together to compete for the ball.

Example: During the rugby match, the players formed a scrum to try to gain control of the ball.

scruple

IPA: /ˈskruːpəl/

KK: /ˈskruːpəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To hesitate or feel uncertain about doing something because of moral or ethical considerations.

Example: She did not scruple to speak her mind, even when it was unpopular.

noun

Definition: A small amount or a feeling of doubt or hesitation about whether something is right or wrong.

Example: She had no scruples about lying to get what she wanted.

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