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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

torpor

IPA: /ˈtɔːpər/

KK: /ˈtɔrpər/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person or animal is very inactive, sleepy, or lacking energy.

Example: After the long winter, the bear emerged from its torpor and began to search for food.

torque

IPA: /tɔrk/

KK: /tɔrk/

noun

Definition: A force that causes something to rotate or twist, often measured by how much force is applied and how far from the center of rotation it is.

Example: The mechanic explained how torque is important for the performance of the engine.

transitive verb

Definition: To apply a twisting force to an object, causing it to rotate around an axis.

Example: The mechanic used a wrench to torque the bolts securely.

torrid

IPA: /ˈtɔːrɪd/

KK: /ˈtɔrɪd/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is very hot, often in a way that is uncomfortable or intense. It can also refer to strong feelings or emotions, especially in a passionate context.

Example: The torrid sun made it difficult to enjoy the beach.

torridly

IPA: /ˈtɔːrɪdli/

KK: /ˈtɔrɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a very hot or passionate way.

Example: The sun beat down torridly on the desert landscape.

torsion

IPA: /ˈtɔːrʃən/

KK: /ˈtɔrʃən/

noun

Definition: The act or condition of twisting something, often causing stress or deformation in an object.

Example: The engineer studied the torsion in the metal beam to ensure it could support the weight.

torsional

IPA: /ˈtɔːrʃənl/

KK: /ˈtɔrʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resulting from twisting or torsion, often used in physics and engineering contexts.

Example: The torsional forces in the bridge design were carefully calculated to ensure stability.

tort

IPA: /tɔːrt/

KK: /tɔrt/

noun

Definition: A wrongful act that causes harm or injury to someone, which is not related to a contract, and for which the injured person can seek compensation through a lawsuit.

Example: The company was sued for a tort after their product caused injury to a customer.

tortious

IPA: /ˈtɔːrʧəs/

KK: /ˈtɔrʧəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to wrongful acts that cause harm or injury to someone, for which a legal remedy may be sought.

Example: The lawyer specialized in tortious claims against negligent companies.

tortiously

IPA: /tɔːˈtɔːʃəsli/

KK: /tɔrˈtʃəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a wrongful act or injury that causes harm to someone, typically in a legal context.

Example: The company acted tortiously by ignoring safety regulations, leading to the accident.

tortuosity

IPA: /tɔːˈtjuːəsɪti/

KK: /tɔrˈtuːəsɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being twisted or bent, often referring to a winding path or structure.

Example: The tortuosity of the river made it difficult to navigate.

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