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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

streptomycin

IPA: //strɛp.təˈmaɪ.sɪn//

KK: /strɛp.təˈmaɪ.sɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of medicine that fights bacterial infections, especially used to treat tuberculosis.

Example: The doctor prescribed streptomycin to help treat the patient's tuberculosis.

streptothricin

IPA: //strɛp.təˈθrɪ.sɪn//

KK: /strɛp.təˈθrɪ.sɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of antibiotic that comes from a specific type of bacteria and is effective against various bacteria and some fungi.

Example: Streptothricin is used in medicine to treat infections caused by certain bacteria.

stress

IPA: /strɛs/

KK: /strɛs/

noun

Definition: A condition that causes mental or emotional strain, often due to difficult situations, which can also affect physical health.

Example: She felt a lot of stress from her job and personal life.

transitive verb

Definition: To put pressure on someone or something, either physically or emotionally, often causing tension or strain.

Example: The teacher stressed the importance of studying for the exam.

stressful

IPA: /ˈstrɛs.fəl/

KK: /ˈstrɛs.fəl/

adjective

Definition: Causing feelings of worry or pressure, often due to difficult situations or demands.

Example: Preparing for exams can be very stressful for students.

stressfully

IPA: /ˈstrɛs.fəl.i/

KK: /ˈstrɛs.fəl.i/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes or involves stress; with anxiety or pressure.

Example: She handled the situation stressfully, trying to meet all the deadlines at once.

stressor

IPA: /ˈstrɛsər/

KK: /ˈstrɛsər/

noun

Definition: A thing or situation that causes stress or anxiety to a person or organism.

Example: Work deadlines can often be a major stressor for many employees.

stretchability

IPA: /ˌstrɛtʃəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ˌstrɛtʃəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a material or object to be stretched or extended without breaking.

Example: The stretchability of the fabric makes it perfect for activewear.

striatal

IPA: /ˈstraɪətl/

KK: /ˈstraɪətl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a part of the brain called the corpus striatum, which is involved in movement and coordination.

Example: The striatal region plays a crucial role in motor control and learning.

striate

IPA: /ˈstraɪ.eɪt/

KK: /ˈstraɪ.eɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having stripes, grooves, or ridges on a surface.

Example: The striate pattern on the butterfly's wings makes it look beautiful.

transitive verb

Definition: To make lines or grooves on a surface.

Example: The artist decided to striate the canvas to create a textured effect.

striation

IPA: //straɪˈeɪʃən//

KK: /straɪˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A line or scratch on a surface, often seen in rocks, that is created by movement or pressure, such as from a glacier.

Example: The geologist studied the striation on the rock to understand the glacier's movement.

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