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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

wavicle

IPA: /ˈweɪvɪkəl/

KK: /ˈweɪvɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A term used in physics to describe a quantum entity that exhibits both wave-like and particle-like properties, representing a combination of the two concepts.

Example: In quantum mechanics, a wavicle can behave like both a wave and a particle depending on the experiment.

waylay

IPA: //weɪˈleɪ//

KK: /weɪˈleɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To stop or attack someone unexpectedly, often while they are on their way somewhere.

Example: The bandits decided to waylay the travelers on the road.

wayward

IPA: /ˈweɪwərd/

KK: /ˈweɪwərd/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that behaves in an unpredictable or rebellious way, often not following rules or expectations.

Example: The wayward child often ignored his parents' advice and did whatever he wanted.

waywardly

IPA: /ˈweɪwərdli/

KK: /ˈweɪwərdli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is difficult to control or unpredictable, often leading to disobedience or deviation from what is expected.

Example: The child acted waywardly, ignoring his parents' instructions and wandering off on his own.

waywardness

IPA: /ˈweɪwərdnəs/

KK: /ˈweɪwərdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.

Example: Her waywardness often led her to make impulsive decisions that surprised everyone.

weaken

IPA: /ˈwiːkən/

KK: /ˈwiːkən/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less strong or less powerful.

Example: The medicine can weaken the effects of the disease.

weakening

IPA: /ˈwiːkənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwiːkənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A process or instance where something becomes less strong or less effective.

Example: The weakening of the structure was evident after the storm.

verb

Definition: To make something less strong or less powerful.

Example: The storm is weakening as it moves inland.

wealth

IPA: /wɛlθ/

KK: /wɛlθ/

noun

Definition: A large amount of valuable resources or possessions, often referring to money or material goods.

Example: He accumulated a great wealth over the years through smart investments.

wealthier

IPA: /ˈwɛlθiər/

KK: /ˈwɛlθiər/

adjective

Definition: Having more money, assets, or resources than others; richer.

Example: After the successful business deal, she became wealthier than her competitors.

wealthiest

IPA: /ˈwɛlθiɪst/

KK: /ˈwɛlθiɪst/

adjective

Definition: Having the most money or valuable possessions compared to others.

Example: He is one of the wealthiest people in the world.

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