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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

belligerence

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

noun

Definition: A tendency to be hostile or aggressive, often associated with a willingness to engage in conflict or war.

Example: The country's belligerence made negotiations difficult and strained international relations.

belligerency

IPA: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ə.rən.si/

KK: /bəlˈɪdʒərənsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of being involved in a war or conflict, often characterized by aggressive behavior or hostility.

Example: The belligerency of the two nations led to a prolonged conflict that affected many lives.

belligerent

IPA: //bəˈlɪdʒərənt//

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərənt/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to be aggressive or ready to fight; showing hostility or combativeness.

Example: The belligerent dog barked loudly at anyone who approached its territory.

noun

Definition: A person or group that is aggressive or hostile, especially one involved in conflict or war.

Example: The belligerent nations refused to negotiate a peace treaty.

belligerently

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows aggression or a willingness to fight.

Example: He spoke belligerently during the argument, making the situation more tense.

bellwether

IPA: /ˈbɛlˌwɛðər/

KK: /ˈbɛlˌwɛðər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that leads or indicates trends or future developments.

Example: The new technology is seen as a bellwether for the future of the industry.

belongingness

IPA: /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋnəs/

KK: /bɪˈlɔŋɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The feeling or state of being accepted as part of a group or community.

Example: She felt a strong sense of belongingness when she joined the club.

bemoan

IPA: /bɪˈmoʊn/

KK: /bɪˈmoʊn/

transitive verb

Definition: To express sadness or disappointment about something.

Example: She bemoaned the loss of her favorite book.

bemuddle

IPA: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

KK: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

verb

Definition: To make someone confused or unclear about something.

Example: The complicated instructions bemuddled the students during the exam.

bemuse

IPA: /bɪˈmjuːz/

KK: /bɪˈmjuz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone confused or puzzled, often by causing them to think deeply about something.

Example: The complex puzzle seemed to bemuse the children, leaving them scratching their heads.

bemused

IPA: /bɪˈmjuːzd/

KK: /bɪˈmjuzd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling confused and slightly amused, often because something is unexpected or puzzling.

Example: She had a bemused expression on her face when she heard the strange news.

verb

Definition: To confuse or bewilder someone, often in a way that is amusing or entertaining.

Example: She looked bemused when she heard the unexpected news.

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