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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

cauterize

IPA: /ˈkɔːtəraɪz/

KK: /ˈkɔːtəraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To burn or sear a part of the body using a heated instrument to stop bleeding or prevent infection.

Example: The doctor had to cauterize the wound to stop the bleeding.

cautery

IPA: /ˈkɔːtəri/

KK: /ˈkɔːtəri/

noun

Definition: A tool or substance used to burn or destroy tissue, often to treat wounds or remove abnormal growths.

Example: The surgeon used a cautery to stop the bleeding during the operation.

caution

IPA: /ˈkɔːʃən/

KK: /ˈkɔːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of being careful to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning to be careful.

Example: He approached the edge of the cliff with great caution.

transitive verb

Definition: To advise someone to be careful or to pay attention to potential dangers or problems.

Example: She cautioned him to drive slowly in the rain.

cautionary

IPA: /ˈkɔːʃənəri/

KK: /ˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

adjective

Definition: Serving as a warning or advice to be careful about something.

Example: The teacher shared a cautionary story to help students understand the importance of studying.

cautiousness

IPA: /ˈkɔːʃəsnəs/

KK: /ˈkɔːʃəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being careful and avoiding risks or dangers.

Example: Her cautiousness helped her avoid many potential problems.

cavalier

IPA: /ˈkæv.ə.lɪr/

KK: /ˈkæv.əˌlɪr/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of concern or care; dismissive and often arrogant in attitude.

Example: His cavalier approach to the project led to many mistakes and oversights.

noun

Definition: A man who is brave and shows good manners, often serving as an escort to a woman of high social status; also refers to a knight or mounted soldier.

Example: The cavalier rode proudly into the tournament, ready to compete for the favor of the princess.

cavalierly

IPA: /ˈkæv.əˌlɪr.li/

KK: /ˈkævəˌlɪrli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of concern or seriousness; casually or dismissively.

Example: He cavalierly dismissed her concerns about the project.

caveat

IPA: /ˈkæviæt/

KK: /ˈkæv.i.æt/

intransitive verb

Definition: A warning or caution about a specific situation, often used in legal contexts to indicate that something should be taken into consideration before proceeding.

Example: Before signing the contract, she added a caveat about the potential risks involved.

noun

Definition: A warning or caution about a specific detail that should be considered when making a decision or interpretation.

Example: Before signing the contract, she added a caveat to ensure her concerns were addressed.

transitive verb

Definition: To add a warning or condition to something, often to clarify or limit its meaning.

Example: The lawyer caveated the contract to ensure all parties understood the risks involved.

caveator

IPA: /ˈkeɪviˌeɪtə/

KK: /ˈkeɪviˌɑːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who gives a warning or notice about something, especially in legal contexts.

Example: The caveator filed a notice to prevent the sale of the property until the dispute was resolved.

cavernous

IPA: /ˈkæv.ər.nəs/

KK: /ˈkævərnəs/

adjective

Definition: Having a large, deep, and hollow space, similar to a cave; often used to describe something that is vast or echoing.

Example: The cavernous hall echoed with the sound of footsteps.

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