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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

sweepingly

IPA: /ˈswiːpɪŋli/

KK: /ˈswipɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that includes or affects everything or everyone; broadly or generally.

Example: The new policy was sweepingly approved by the committee, affecting all departments.

swiftness

IPA: /ˈswɪft.nəs/

KK: /ˈswɪftnɪs/

noun

Definition: The quality of moving quickly or being fast.

Example: The swiftness of the cheetah allows it to catch its prey easily.

swindle

IPA: /ˈswɪndl/

KK: /ˈswɪndl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cheat someone out of money or property by trickery or deception.

Example: He tried to swindle her out of her savings by pretending to be a financial advisor.

noun

Definition: The act of cheating someone out of money or property by deception.

Example: The con artist was arrested for his involvement in a swindle that took thousands from unsuspecting victims.

transitive verb

Definition: To cheat someone out of money or property by using dishonest methods.

Example: He tried to swindle her out of her savings with a fake investment scheme.

swindler

IPA: /ˈswɪndlɚ/

KK: /ˈswɪndlər/

noun

Definition: A person who tricks others to get their money or possessions by cheating or deceiving them.

Example: The swindler was caught trying to sell fake tickets to the concert.

sworn

IPA: //swɔrn//

KK: /swɔrn/

adjective

Definition: Having made a serious promise or commitment, often in a formal or legal context.

Example: He is a sworn officer of the law, dedicated to serving and protecting the community.

verb

Definition: To have made a serious promise or statement, often with an oath or under penalty of law.

Example: He had sworn to tell the truth in court.

sybarite

IPA: /ˈsɪb.ə.raɪt/

KK: /ˈsɪbərˌaɪt/

noun

Definition: A person who enjoys and seeks out luxury and pleasure in life.

Example: The sybarite spent his days lounging by the pool and dining at the finest restaurants.

sybaritic

IPA: /ˌsɪbəˈrɪtɪk/

KK: /sɪˈbærɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a lifestyle that is focused on luxury and pleasure.

Example: The sybaritic lifestyle of the wealthy often includes extravagant parties and lavish vacations.

sybaritism

IPA: /ˌsɪbəˈrɪtɪzəm/

KK: /sɪˈbɛrɪˌtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A lifestyle characterized by the pursuit of pleasure and luxury, often associated with indulgence in sensual pleasures.

Example: The wealthy couple's sybaritism was evident in their extravagant parties and lavish vacations.

sycophancy

IPA: /ˈsɪkəfənsi/

KK: /sɪkəˌfæni/

noun

Definition: The act of flattering someone excessively in order to gain favor or advantage, often in a servile manner.

Example: His sycophancy towards the boss was obvious, as he constantly praised her decisions, no matter how poor they were.

sycophant

IPA: /ˈsɪkəfænt/

KK: /ˈsɪkəfænt/

noun

Definition: A person who tries to gain favor from someone important by being overly flattering or obedient.

Example: He was known as a sycophant, always complimenting the boss to get ahead.

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