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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

aggrandise

IPA: /əˈɡrændaɪz/

KK: /əˈɡrændɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something larger, more powerful, or more important, often in terms of wealth, status, or influence.

Example: He sought to aggrandise his reputation through various means.

aggrandize

IPA: /əˈɡrændaɪz/

KK: /əˈgrændaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something larger or more powerful, often by exaggerating its importance or value.

Example: The CEO sought to aggrandize the company's image through a series of successful marketing campaigns.

aggrandizement

IPA: /əˈɡrændɪˌzaɪmənt/

KK: /əˈɡrændɪˌzaɪmənt/

noun

Definition: The act of making someone or something seem greater or more important, often in terms of power, status, or wealth.

Example: The aggrandizement of the corporation led to significant changes in the local economy.

aggrandizer

IPA: /əˈɡrændɪˌzaɪər/

KK: /əˈɡrændɪˌzaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who seeks to increase their own power, wealth, or status, often by exaggerating their achievements or importance.

Example: The aggrandizer sought to elevate his status by any means necessary.

aggravate

IPA: /ˈæɡrəˌveɪt/

KK: /ˈæɡrəˌveɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make a situation worse or to annoy someone more than before.

Example: His constant complaints only served to aggravate the situation.

aggravating

IPA: //ˈæɡrəˌveɪtɪŋ//

KK: /ˈæɡrəˌveɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing annoyance or anger; making a situation worse or more serious.

Example: The constant noise from the construction site was aggravating to the residents.

verb

Definition: To make a situation worse or more serious, often causing annoyance or frustration.

Example: His constant complaints were aggravating the situation.

aggravation

IPA: //ˌæɡrəˈveɪʃən//

KK: /ˌæɡrəˈveɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation or thing that causes ongoing annoyance or trouble, often leading to frustration.

Example: The constant noise from the construction site became a major aggravation for the residents.

aggregate

IPA: /ˈæɡrɪɡeɪt/

KK: /ˈæɡrɪɡət/

adjective

Definition: Made up of different parts or elements that come together to form a whole. It can refer to things that are grouped closely together or combined in some way.

Example: The aggregate data from the survey provided a clearer picture of customer preferences.

intransitive verb

Definition: To come together or collect into a group or whole.

Example: The different species of birds tend to aggregate in large flocks during migration.

noun

Definition: A total amount that is made up of smaller parts or units combined together.

Example: The aggregate of the team's scores determined their final ranking in the tournament.

aggregately

IPA: /ˈæɡrɪɡətli/

KK: /ˈæɡrɪɡətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves a group or total amount, rather than individually.

Example: The data was aggregated aggregately to provide a comprehensive overview.

aggregateness

IPA: /ˈæɡrɪɡətnəs/

KK: /ˈæɡrɪɡətnɪs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being formed by combining several different things into a whole.

Example: The aggregateness of the data allowed for a more comprehensive analysis.

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