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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

upraise

IPA: /ʌˈpreɪz/

KK: /ʌˈpreɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To lift or raise something to a higher position or level.

Example: The teacher decided to upraise the students' spirits with a motivational speech.

uprate

IPA: /ˈʌpreɪt/

KK: /ˈʌpreɪt/

noun

Definition: An increase in a rating or value, often used in contexts like finance or engineering.

Example: The company announced an uprate of their credit rating due to improved financial performance.

verb

Definition: To increase the rating or performance of something, often to improve its effectiveness or power.

Example: The engineers decided to uprate the engine to enhance its performance.

uprightly

IPA: /ˈʌp.raɪt.li/

KK: /ˈʌpˌraɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a straight or vertical position; behaving in a morally good or honest way.

Example: She stood uprightly, showing confidence and poise.

uprightness

IPA: /ˈʌp.raɪt.nəs/

KK: /ˈʌpˌraɪt.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being morally correct, honest, and having strong principles.

Example: Her uprightness in dealing with others earned her great respect.

uprise

IPA: /ˈʌpraɪz/

KK: /ˈʌpraɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To rise up or stand up from a lower position; to ascend or move upward.

Example: The sun will uprise in the morning, bringing light to the world.

noun

Definition: A movement or action of rising up, often used to describe a rebellion or an increase in something.

Example: The uprise of the community against injustice was inspiring.

uproarious

IPA: //ʌˈprɔːriəs//

KK: /ʌproʊˈɛrɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Causing a lot of laughter or being very funny; also describes something that is loud and lively.

Example: The comedian's uproarious performance had everyone in stitches.

uproariousness

IPA: //ʌˈprɔːriəsnəs//

KK: /ʌproʊˈɛrɪəsnəs/

noun

Definition: A state of being very noisy and full of laughter, often causing a lot of excitement or chaos.

Example: The uproariousness of the crowd made it hard to hear the speaker.

upshot

IPA: /ˈʌpʃɒt/

KK: /ˈʌpʃɑt/

noun

Definition: The main point or conclusion of something, especially after considering all the details or events.

Example: The upshot of the meeting was that we need to change our strategy.

upskill

IPA: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

verb

Definition: To learn new skills or improve existing ones, often to enhance job performance or adapt to changes in the workplace.

Example: Many employees choose to upskill to stay competitive in their careers.

upsoar

IPA: /ˈʌp.sɔːr/

KK: /ʌpˈsɔr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To rise or fly high into the air.

Example: The bird began to upsoar into the clear blue sky.

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