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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

territorialism

IPA: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəlɪzəm/

KK: /tɛrɪˈtɔriəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A system or principle that gives power and influence to landowners or authorities based on territory, often related to governance or religion.

Example: The concept of territorialism has shaped many political systems throughout history.

territoriality

IPA: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəlɪti/

KK: /tɛrɪˈtɔːriəlɪti/

noun

Definition: A way of behaving where animals or people occupy and protect a specific area or space.

Example: The territoriality of the wolves ensures that they defend their hunting grounds from other packs.

territorialize

IPA: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəlaɪz/

KK: /tɛrɪˈtɔriəlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make an area into a territory or to organize it as a territory.

Example: The government decided to territorialize the newly acquired land to manage it more effectively.

territorially

IPA: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːrɪəli/

KK: /tɛrɪˈtɔriəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a specific area or region, often concerning ownership or control.

Example: The animals marked their territory territorially to warn others.

terror

IPA: /ˈtɛrər/

KK: /ˈtɛrər/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of fear or dread, often caused by a frightening situation or person.

Example: The sudden loud noise filled her with terror as she realized she was alone in the dark.

terrorise

IPA: /ˈtɛrəraɪz/

KK: /ˈtɛrəˌraɪz/

verb

Definition: To frighten someone very much, often by using threats or violence.

Example: The villain tried to terrorise the town with his threats.

terrorism

IPA: /ˈtɛrəˌrɪzəm/

KK: /ˈtɛrəˌrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The illegal act of using violence or threats to frighten people or governments, usually for political or ideological reasons.

Example: The government is taking measures to combat terrorism and ensure public safety.

terrorist

IPA: /ˈtɛrəɹɪst/

KK: /ˈtɛrərist/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in pursuit of political aims.

Example: The government implemented new laws to combat terrorist activities.

noun

Definition: A person who uses violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, to achieve political aims or to instill fear.

Example: The government is taking measures to prevent terrorist attacks in the city.

terroristic

IPA: /ˌtɛrəˈrɪstɪk/

KK: /tɛrəˈrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of acts of violence or intimidation, especially against civilians, to achieve political goals.

Example: The government implemented new security measures to combat terroristic threats.

terrorization

IPA: /ˌtɛrəraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /tɛrəraɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of causing fear or anxiety in someone, often through threats or intimidation.

Example: The constant terrorization of the community led to widespread fear and unrest.

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