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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

vulgarize

IPA: /ˈvʌlɡəraɪz/

KK: /ˈvʌlɡəraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more common or less refined, often by simplifying or lowering its quality.

Example: The author decided to vulgarize his complex ideas to reach a wider audience.

vulgate

IPA: //ˈvʌlɡeɪt//

KK: /ˈvʌlɡeɪt/

noun

Definition: A version of a text that is widely accepted or used, especially referring to the Latin translation of the Bible made by Saint Jerome.

Example: The Vulgate is considered an important historical text in the study of Christianity.

vulnerability

IPA: /ˌvʌlnəˈrɛbɪlɪti/

KK: /vʌlnərəbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: A state of being open to harm or attack, often due to a lack of protection or strength.

Example: The company's cybersecurity vulnerability was exposed after the recent hack.

vulnerable

IPA: /ˈvʌlnərəbl/

KK: /ˈvʌlnərəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be easily harmed or hurt, either physically or emotionally.

Example: After the storm, many homes were left vulnerable to further damage.

vulnerableness

IPA: /ˈvʌlnərəblnəs/

KK: /ˈvʌlnərəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being open to harm, damage, or attack; the state of being weak or exposed.

Example: The vulnerableness of the community to natural disasters highlighted the need for better preparedness.

vulnerably

IPA: /ˈvʌlnərəblɪ/

KK: /ˈvʌlnərəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that exposes someone or something to the possibility of being harmed or attacked.

Example: She spoke vulnerably about her feelings during the meeting.

vulnerary

IPA: /ˈvʌlnəˌrɛri/

KK: /ˈvʌlnəˌrɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the healing or treatment of wounds.

Example: The vulnerary properties of the herb made it a popular choice for natural remedies.

noun

Definition: A type of remedy that helps heal or treat wounds.

Example: The herbal ointment served as a vulnerary for the soldier's injuries.

vulturous

IPA: /ˈvʌltʃərəs/

KK: /ˈvʌltʃərəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is greedy or takes advantage of others, similar to how a vulture feeds on dead animals.

Example: The vulturous businessman exploited the crisis to increase his profits.

vulvovaginitis

IPA: //ˌvʌlvoʊvædʒɪˈnaɪtɪs//

KK: /vʌlvoʊvædʒɪˈnaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the external female genitalia and the vagina.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with vulvovaginitis after she reported discomfort and irritation.

wager

IPA: //ˈweɪdʒər//

KK: /ˈweɪdʒər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a bet or to risk something on the outcome of an event.

Example: I wager that my team will win the game tonight.

noun

Definition: An amount of money or something of value that is risked on the outcome of an event, often in a game or competition.

Example: He placed a wager on the horse race, hoping to win big.

transitive verb

Definition: To risk something, usually money, on the outcome of an event, like a game or a race.

Example: He decided to wager $50 on the football game.

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