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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

catatonic

IPA: /ˌkætəˈtɒnɪk/

KK: /kætəˈtɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a state where a person shows little or no movement, activity, or expression, often related to severe mental health conditions.

Example: After the traumatic event, she appeared catatonic, sitting silently for hours without moving.

catatonically

IPA: /ˌkætəˈtɒnɪkli/

KK: /kætəˈtɑnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of movement or response, often associated with a state of catatonia, where a person may be unresponsive or in a trance-like state.

Example: She sat catatonically in the corner, not reacting to anything around her.

catchall

IPA: /ˈkætʃɔːl/

KK: /ˈkæʧɔl/

noun

Definition: A container or category that holds a variety of different items or situations, often used for miscellaneous things.

Example: The drawer in the kitchen is a catchall for all sorts of utensils and gadgets.

catchword

IPA: /ˈkæʧwɜrd/

KK: /ˈkæʧˌwɜrd/

noun

Definition: A popular or memorable word or phrase often used to attract attention or convey a specific idea.

Example: The new marketing campaign featured a clever catchword that quickly became popular among consumers.

catechesis

IPA: //ˌkætəˈkiːsɪs//

KK: /kætɪˈkiːsɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of religious teaching or instruction, often given orally, to prepare individuals for baptism or confirmation in the Christian faith.

Example: The church offers catechesis to help new members understand their faith better.

catechetical

IPA: /ˌkætɪˈkɛtɪkəl/

KK: /kætɪˈkɛtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the instruction or teaching of religious principles, especially in a formal setting.

Example: The church offers catechetical classes for those preparing for confirmation.

catechin

IPA: /ˈkætɪkɪn/

KK: /ˈkætɪkɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of natural compound found in plants that has antioxidant properties and is often used in dyeing and tanning processes.

Example: Catechin is known for its health benefits, particularly in green tea.

catechismal

IPA: /ˌkætɪˈkɪzməl/

KK: /kætɪˈkɪzəməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of teaching that uses questions and answers, often used in religious education.

Example: The teacher used a catechismal approach to help the students understand their faith better.

catechistic

IPA: //ˌkætɪˈkɪstɪk//

KK: /kætɪˈkɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a summary of religious doctrine, often used for teaching purposes.

Example: The teacher used a catechistic approach to explain the principles of faith to the students.

catechization

IPA: /ˌkætɪkɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /kætɪkɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of teaching or instructing someone, especially in religious beliefs, through questions and answers.

Example: The catechization of the children helped them understand their faith better.

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