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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

docker

IPA: /ˈdɒkə/

KK: /ˈdɑkər/

noun

Definition: A person who works at a dock, loading and unloading ships, or someone who is involved in the process of docking something.

Example: The docker skillfully loaded the cargo onto the ship.

docket

IPA: /ˈdɒkɪt/

KK: /ˈdɑkɪt/

noun

Definition: A list of tasks or items that need to be completed, often used in legal contexts to refer to court cases or proceedings.

Example: The lawyer reviewed the docket to prepare for the upcoming court hearings.

transitive verb

Definition: To enter something into a list or record, especially in a legal context, such as a court calendar or proceedings.

Example: The lawyer decided to docket the case for the upcoming trial.

doctoral

IPA: /ˈdɒktərəl/

KK: /ˈdɑktərəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the highest level of academic degree, usually involving advanced study and research.

Example: She is pursuing a doctoral degree in psychology.

doctorate

IPA: /ˈdɒktərət/

KK: /ˈdɑktərɪt/

noun

Definition: A high-level academic degree awarded by a university, usually after completing advanced study and research in a specific field.

Example: She earned her doctorate in psychology after years of hard work and research.

doctored

IPA: /ˈdɒktəd/

KK: /ˈdɑktərd/

adjective

Definition: Changed or modified in a way that makes it not genuine or true, often to mislead or deceive.

Example: The evidence presented in court was found to be doctored, raising questions about its authenticity.

verb

Definition: To change or alter something, often in a way that is misleading or dishonest.

Example: The evidence was found to be doctored, raising questions about its authenticity.

doctrinaire

IPA: /ˌdɒk.trɪˈnɛər/

KK: /ˈdɒktrəˌnɛr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to someone who is very strict about following a particular set of beliefs or theories, often without considering other viewpoints.

Example: His doctrinaire approach to politics made it difficult for him to accept alternative ideas.

noun

Definition: A person who strictly follows a set of beliefs or theories without considering practical issues or real-world applications.

Example: The doctrinaire insisted on following the rules exactly, even when they didn't work in practice.

doctrinairism

IPA: /ˈdɒktrɪnɛrɪzəm/

KK: /ˈdɒktrɪnɛrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief system or philosophy that emphasizes strict adherence to a particular doctrine or set of principles, often without consideration for practical implications or alternative viewpoints.

Example: His approach to politics was marked by doctrinairism, leading him to ignore the complexities of real-world situations.

doctrinal

IPA: /ˈdɒktrɪnəl/

KK: /ˈdɒktrɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a set of beliefs or principles, especially in a religious or political context.

Example: The church's doctrinal teachings guide the beliefs of its members.

doctrinally

IPA: /ˈdɒktrɪnəli/

KK: /ˈdɒktrɪnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a set of beliefs or principles, especially in a religious or philosophical context.

Example: The church teaches doctrinally, emphasizing the importance of its core beliefs.

doctrine

IPA: /ˈdɒktrɪn/

KK: /ˈdɒktrɪn/

noun

Definition: A set of beliefs or principles that are accepted by a group, often related to religion, politics, or philosophy.

Example: The doctrine of the church emphasizes the importance of compassion and forgiveness.

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