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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

vitrectomy

IPA: /vɪˈtrɛk.tə.mi/

KK: /vɪˈtrɛk.tə.mi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove the gel-like substance in the eye called the vitreous humor, often done to treat various eye conditions.

Example: The doctor recommended a vitrectomy to improve the patient's vision.

vitreous

IPA: /ˈvɪt.ri.əs/

KK: /ˈvɪt̬.ri.əs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling glass, often having a shiny or glassy appearance.

Example: The artist used vitreous materials to create stunning glass sculptures.

noun

Definition: A clear, gel-like substance found in the eye that helps maintain its shape and allows light to pass through to the retina.

Example: The doctor examined the vitreous to check for any abnormalities in the eye.

vitrifiable

IPA: /ˈvɪtrɪfaɪəbl/

KK: /ˈvɪtrɪfaɪəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be turned into glass through heating and melting.

Example: The material is vitrifiable, making it suitable for glass production.

vitrification

IPA: /ˌvɪtrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /vɪtʃəfəˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process that changes a material into a solid that looks like glass and does not have a regular crystal structure.

Example: The vitrification of the clay made it strong and waterproof.

vitrify

IPA: /ˈvɪtrɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈvɪtrɪfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change into a glass-like substance, often through heating.

Example: When heated to a high temperature, the clay will vitrify and become hard and glassy.

transitive verb

Definition: To change something into a glassy substance, usually by applying heat until it melts and solidifies into glass.

Example: The artist decided to vitrify the clay to create a beautiful glass-like finish.

vitriol

IPA: /ˈvɪtriəl/

KK: /ˈvɪtriəl/

noun

Definition: A type of sulfate that can be found in various metals, often used in chemistry, or a harsh and bitter expression of criticism.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with vitriol, attacking his opponents mercilessly.

transitive verb

Definition: To criticize someone or something very harshly, often in a bitter or angry way.

Example: The article vitriols the government's handling of the crisis.

vitriolic

IPA: /ˌvɪtrɪˈɒlɪk/

KK: /ˌvɪtrɪˈɒlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is very harsh, critical, or bitter in tone, often causing hurt or offense.

Example: The politician's vitriolic remarks about his opponent shocked many in the audience.

vituperate

IPA: //vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt//

KK: /vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak or write in a very harsh and critical way, often using insults or strong language.

Example: During the debate, he began to vituperate his opponent instead of discussing the issues.

transitive verb

Definition: To criticize someone very harshly or angrily.

Example: The teacher vituperated the student for not completing the assignment on time.

vituperation

IPA: //vɪˌtjuːpəˈreɪʃən//

KK: /vɪˌtjuːpəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: Harsh and abusive language used to criticize or insult someone.

Example: The politician faced a barrage of vituperation from the media after his controversial remarks.

vituperative

IPA: //vɪˈtjuːpərətɪv//

KK: /vɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing language or behavior that is very critical and insulting, often used to express strong disapproval or anger.

Example: The politician's vituperative remarks during the debate shocked many viewers.

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