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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

dextran

IPA: //ˈdɛkstræn//

KK: /ˈdɛkstrən/

noun

Definition: A type of long-chain sugar molecule made from glucose, used in food products, medical applications, and as a thickening agent.

Example: Dextran is often used in medical treatments to help increase blood volume.

dextrorotatory

IPA: //ˌdɛkstrəʊrəˈteɪtəri//

KK: /dɛkstrəˈroʊtəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a substance that causes polarized light to turn to the right or clockwise.

Example: The chemist explained that the dextrorotatory compound would affect the light's direction.

dextrous

IPA: /ˈdɛkstrəs/

KK: /ˈdɛkstrəs/

adjective

Definition: Having skill and grace in using the hands or body; able to perform tasks with precision and ease.

Example: She is very dextrous, able to play the piano beautifully and perform intricate hand movements.

diabetogenic

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɛtəʤənɪk/

KK: /daɪəˈbɛtəʤənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or causing the development of diabetes.

Example: Certain foods can be considered diabetogenic if they lead to high blood sugar levels.

diabetologist

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɛtəˌlɪdʒɪst/

KK: /daɪəˈbɛtəˌlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A doctor who specializes in the treatment and management of diabetes and related conditions.

Example: After my diagnosis, I made an appointment with a diabetologist to help manage my condition.

diabolic

IPA: //daɪˈɒbɪk//

KK: /daɪˈɑbɪk/

adjective

Definition: Very evil or cruel, like something a devil would do.

Example: The villain in the story had a diabolic plan to take over the world.

diabolical

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkəl/

KK: /daɪəˈbɑlɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a devil, often in a very evil or cruel way.

Example: The villain in the story had a diabolical plan to take over the world.

diabolically

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkli/

KK: /daɪəˈbɑlɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extremely evil or wicked, often suggesting cleverness or cunning.

Example: The villain plotted diabolically to take over the world.

diabolicalness

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈbɒkələsnəs/

KK: /daɪəˈbɑːkələsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being extremely evil or wicked.

Example: The villain's diabolicalness was evident in his cruel plans.

diabolism

IPA: //daɪˈæbəlɪzəm//

KK: /daɪˈæbəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The practice or belief in dealing with the devil or demons, often involving evil actions or sorcery.

Example: The novel explores themes of diabolism and its impact on the characters' lives.

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