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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

decadency

IPA: /ˈdɛkədəns/

KK: /dɛkəˌdɛnsi/

noun

Definition: A state of decline or decay, often associated with excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

Example: The city's decadency was evident in its crumbling buildings and lavish parties.

decagon

IPA: /ˈdɛkəɡɒn/

KK: /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

noun

Definition: A shape that has ten sides and ten corners.

Example: The architect designed a building in the shape of a decagon.

decahedron

IPA: /ˌdɛkəˈhiːdrən/

KK: /dɛkəˈhiːdrən/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has ten flat surfaces or faces.

Example: The artist created a sculpture in the shape of a decahedron.

decalcification

IPA: /dɪˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /dɪˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of losing calcium from bones, teeth, or soil, which can lead to weakening or damage.

Example: Decalcification can occur if a person does not get enough calcium in their diet.

decalcify

IPA: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ/

KK: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lose calcium or calcium compounds from a substance or body.

Example: The bones may decalcify if there is a lack of calcium in the diet.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove calcium or calcium compounds from something, such as bones or teeth.

Example: The dentist recommended a treatment to decalcify my teeth.

decalcifying

IPA: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of removing calcium deposits or minerals from a substance, often used in contexts like dental care or water treatment.

Example: The decalcifying solution helped restore the appliance to its original condition.

verb

Definition: To remove calcium from something, often to prevent hardening or buildup.

Example: The dentist recommended decalcifying the teeth to improve their health.

decalogue

IPA: //ˈdɛkəˌlɒɡ//

KK: /ˈdɛkəˌlɔg/

noun

Definition: A set of ten important rules or principles, often referring to the Ten Commandments in the Bible.

Example: The Decalogue serves as a moral foundation for many religious traditions.

decamethonium

IPA: //ˌdɛkəˈmɛθəniəm//

KK: /dɛkəˈmɛθəniəm/

noun

Definition: A specific drug that is used to cause loss of sensation or consciousness during medical procedures.

Example: The doctor administered decamethonium to the patient before the surgery.

decametric

IPA: //ˌdɛkəˈmɛtrɪk//

KK: /dɛkəˈmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of radio wave that has a wavelength between ten and one hundred meters.

Example: The decametric waves are used in various communication technologies.

decamp

IPA: /dɪˈkæmp/

KK: /dɪˈkæmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To leave a place suddenly or secretly, often to avoid detection or responsibility.

Example: The soldiers decided to decamp in the middle of the night to avoid being caught.

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