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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

discussable

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌsəbl/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be talked about or considered in a conversation.

Example: The proposal is discussable at the next meeting.

discussant

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌsənt/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌsənt/

noun

Definition: A person who takes part in a formal discussion or debate, often contributing ideas or opinions.

Example: During the conference, each discussant shared their views on the topic.

discussible

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌsəbl/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be talked about or considered in a conversation or discussion.

Example: The topic is very discussible and everyone has an opinion on it.

disdain

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn/

noun

Definition: A feeling of strong dislike or lack of respect for someone or something that you think is unworthy or inferior.

Example: She looked at the messy room with disdain.

transitive verb

Definition: To think that someone or something is not good enough for you; to look down on someone or something.

Example: She showed disdain for his lack of ambition.

disdainful

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of respect or a feeling of superiority towards someone or something; often looking down on others.

Example: She gave a disdainful look when he suggested the idea.

disdainfully

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəli/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl.i/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect or consideration for someone or something.

Example: She looked at him disdainfully when he suggested the idea.

disdainfulness

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl.nəs/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of showing a lack of respect or contempt for someone or something.

Example: Her disdainfulness towards the rude comments was evident in her expression.

disease

IPA: /dɪˈziːz/

KK: /dɪˈziz/

noun

Definition: A harmful condition that affects the normal functioning of a part of the body or an organism, often caused by infections, genetic issues, or environmental factors, and usually shown by specific signs or symptoms.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a rare disease that required immediate treatment.

diseased

IPA: /dɪˈziːzd/

KK: /dɪˈzizd/

adjective

Definition: Having a disease or illness; not healthy or in good condition.

Example: The doctor examined the diseased plants to determine the cause of their poor health.

diseconomy

IPA: /ˌdɪsɪˈkɒnəmi/

KK: /dɪˈziːkəˌnəmi/

noun

Definition: A situation where costs increase instead of decrease, often due to inefficiencies or poor management.

Example: The company faced a diseconomy when its production costs rose unexpectedly.

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