IPA: /ˈtɜːrdʒɪd/
KK: /ˈtɜrɡɪd/
Definition: Describing something that is swollen or bloated, often due to excess fluid, or writing that is overly complicated and difficult to understand.
Example: The turgid language in the novel made it hard to enjoy the story.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrdʒɪdli/
KK: /ˈtɜrɡɪdli/
Definition: In a way that is swollen or inflated, often used to describe language that is overly complex or pompous.
Example: The author wrote turgidly, making the text difficult to understand.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrdʒɪdnəs/
KK: /ˈtɜrɡɪdnɪs/
Definition: The state of being swollen or inflated, often used to describe something that is excessively or unnaturally full or distended.
Example: The turgidness of the plant's leaves indicated that it was well-watered.
IPA: /ˈtɜːr.mɔɪl/
KK: /ˈtɜrˌmɔɪl/
Definition: A situation where there is a lot of confusion, excitement, or disorder.
Example: The country was in turmoil after the unexpected election results.
IPA: /ˈtɜrnˌkoʊt/
KK: /ˈtɜrnˌkoʊt/
Definition: A person who betrays their country, group, or cause by switching to the opposing side.
Example: He was labeled a turncoat after he joined the rival party.
IPA: /ˈtɜrnˌaʊt/
KK: /ˈtɜrnˌaʊt/
Definition: The amount of something that is produced or the number of people who attend an event.
Example: The turnout for the concert was much higher than expected, with thousands of fans showing up.
IPA: /ˈtɜːrpɪtjuːd/
KK: /ˈtɜːrpɪtud/
Definition: A state of being morally bad or wicked; a quality of being corrupt or depraved.
Example: The politician's turpitude shocked the community and led to his resignation.
IPA: /ˈtʌsɪv/
KK: /ˈtəsɪv/
Definition: Connected to or caused by coughing.
Example: The doctor prescribed a tussive medication to help with the patient's cough.
IPA: /ˈtjuːtɪlɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈtjuːtəlɪdʒ/
Definition: The act of teaching or guiding someone, especially by a tutor or guardian.
Example: Under the tutelage of a skilled teacher, the students improved their skills significantly.
IPA: /ˈtjuːtəˌlɛri/
KK: /ˈtjuːtəˌlɛri/
Definition: Relating to a guardian or protector, often used to describe someone or something that provides guidance or support.
Example: The tutelary spirit of the village was believed to watch over the people and keep them safe.
Definition: A person or being that acts as a guardian or protector, often associated with a specific place or group.
Example: The tutelary spirit of the village is believed to watch over its inhabitants.
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