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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

commemorate

IPA: /kəˈmɛm.əˌreɪt/

KK: /kəˈmɛm.əˌreɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To honor someone or something in a special way, often through a ceremony or event that remembers them.

Example: Every year, we commemorate the soldiers who fought for our freedom.

commemoration

IPA: /kəˌmɛm.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

KK: /kəˌmɛm.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: An event or object that honors and remembers someone or something important.

Example: The town held a commemoration to celebrate the anniversary of its founding.

commemorative

IPA: /kəˈmɛmərətɪv/

KK: /kəˈmɛmərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to honoring or remembering a person, place, or event.

Example: The city issued a commemorative coin to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

noun

Definition: An item or event that is created to honor or remember someone or something.

Example: The museum held a special exhibition featuring commemorative items from the war.

commemorator

IPA: /kəˈmɛm.əˌreɪ.tər/

KK: /kəˈmɛm.əˌreɪ.tər/

noun

Definition: A person who honors or remembers a special event or person, often through a ceremony or celebration.

Example: The commemorator spoke at the event to honor the heroes of the past.

commence

IPA: /kəˈmɛns/

KK: /kəˈmɛns/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start or begin something.

Example: The ceremony will commence at noon.

transitive verb

Definition: To start or begin something.

Example: The ceremony will commence at noon.

commend

IPA: /kəˈmɛnd/

KK: /kəˈmɛnd/

transitive verb

Definition: To express approval or praise for someone or something, often suggesting that they are worthy of attention or respect.

Example: The teacher commended the student for her excellent project.

commendable

IPA: /kəˈmɛndəbl/

KK: /kəˈmɛndəbl/

adjective

Definition: Deserving praise or approval for good qualities or actions.

Example: Her commendable efforts in the community earned her an award.

commendably

IPA: /kəˈmɛndəblɪ/

KK: /kəˈmɛndəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that deserves praise or admiration.

Example: She handled the difficult situation commendably, earning the respect of her peers.

commendation

IPA: /kəˌmɛnˈdeɪʃən/

KK: /kəˌmɛnˈdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal recognition or praise given to someone for their achievements or good work.

Example: She received a commendation for her outstanding performance in the project.

commendatory

IPA: /kəˈmɛndəˌtɔri/

KK: /kəˈmɛndəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that praises or expresses approval.

Example: The commendatory remarks from the teacher encouraged the students to work harder.

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