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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

endarterectomy

IPA: /ˌɛn.dɑːr.təˈrɛk.tə.mi/

KK: /ɛndɑːrtəˈrɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure that involves removing the inner lining of an artery that has become blocked or thickened due to plaque buildup.

Example: The doctor recommended an endarterectomy to improve blood flow in the patient's carotid artery.

endeavor

IPA: /ɪnˈdɛvər/

KK: /ɪnˈdɛvər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To try hard to achieve something or to make an effort towards a goal.

Example: She will endeavor to finish her project by the deadline.

noun

Definition: A serious and determined effort to achieve something or reach a goal.

Example: Her endeavor to learn a new language took a lot of time and dedication.

transitive verb

Definition: To try hard to do something or achieve a goal, often requiring effort and determination.

Example: She endeavored to finish her project before the deadline.

endeavour

IPA: /ɪnˈdɛvər/

KK: /ɪnˈdɛvər/

noun

Definition: An attempt to achieve a goal or a serious effort to do something.

Example: Her endeavour to learn a new language was impressive.

endemial

IPA: /ˈɛndɛmɪk/

KK: /ɛnˈdɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a particular area or environment, especially in terms of species or diseases that are regularly found and restricted to that area.

Example: The disease is endemic to the region, affecting many of the local inhabitants.

endemic

IPA: /ˌɛnˈdɛmɪk/

KK: /ɛnˈdɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a species or condition that is native to and restricted to a specific area or environment.

Example: The disease is endemic to the region, affecting only the local population.

noun

Definition: A species of plant or animal that is found only in a specific area or region and is not naturally found anywhere else.

Example: The island is home to many endemic species that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

endemically

IPA: /ˌɛnˈdɛmɪkli/

KK: /ɛnˈdɛmɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is characteristic of a particular region or environment, often referring to diseases or species that are regularly found in a specific area.

Example: The disease occurs endemically in certain tropical regions, affecting the local population.

endemicity

IPA: /ˌɛnˈdɛmɪsɪti/

KK: /ɛnˈdɛmɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The state or condition of being native to a particular area or environment, often used in relation to diseases or species that are regularly found in a specific location.

Example: The endemicity of the disease in the region has raised concerns among health officials.

endemism

IPA: /ˌɛnˈdɛmɪzəm/

KK: /ɛnˈdɛmɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The condition in which a species or a disease is regularly found and restricted to a particular geographic area.

Example: The island is known for its high level of endemism, with many species that are not found anywhere else in the world.

endergonic

IPA: /ˌɛn.dɚˈɡɒ.nɪk/

KK: /ˌɛn.dɚˈɡɑː.nɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a type of chemical reaction that requires an input of energy to proceed.

Example: Photosynthesis is an endergonic process because it needs energy from sunlight to create glucose.

endgame

IPA: /ˈɛndˌɡeɪm/

KK: /ˈɛndˌɡeɪm/

noun

Definition: The last part of a game or situation, especially in chess, where few pieces are left and the outcome is decided.

Example: In chess, the endgame requires different strategies than the opening moves.

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