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Exam: IELTS

encomium

IPA: /ɛnˈkoʊmiəm/

KK: /ɛnˈkoʊmiəm/

noun

Definition: A formal way of expressing admiration or praise for someone or something.

Example: The speaker delivered an encomium to honor the retiring professor for her years of dedication.

encompass

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

KK: /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

transitive verb

Definition: To include or cover a wide range of things or people; to surround or enclose something.

Example: The project will encompass various aspects of environmental conservation.

encompassment

IPA: /ɪnˈkɒmpəs.mənt/

KK: /ɪnˈkɑːmpəs.mənt/

noun

Definition: The action of surrounding something or the condition of being surrounded.

Example: The encompassment of the city by mountains creates a beautiful landscape.

encore

IPA: /ˈɒŋkɔːr/

KK: /ˈɪnˌkɔr/

interjection

Definition: A word used by an audience to ask for more of a performance, like a song or a play.

Example: After the concert, the crowd shouted 'encore!' to hear the band play one more song.

noun

Definition: A request from an audience for a performer to do something again, usually after a show or concert, often shown by clapping.

Example: The crowd shouted for an encore after the amazing concert.

transitive verb

Definition: To ask for a repeat performance, usually after a show or concert, by shouting or clapping.

Example: The audience shouted for an encore after the amazing concert.

encounter

IPA: /ɪnˈkaʊntər/

KK: /ɪnˈkaʊntər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To meet someone or something unexpectedly or by chance.

Example: I encountered an old friend while walking in the park.

noun

Definition: A meeting that happens by chance, often unexpectedly, or a confrontation between opposing sides.

Example: Their encounter at the coffee shop was completely unplanned.

transitive verb

Definition: To meet someone or something unexpectedly or to come across something, often in a challenging situation.

Example: I encountered a problem while trying to fix my computer.

encourage

IPA: /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/

KK: /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒ/

transitive verb

Definition: To give support or help to someone or something, often to make them feel more confident or motivated.

Example: Teachers encourage their students to ask questions and explore new ideas.

encouragement

IPA: /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒmənt/

KK: /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒmənt/

noun

Definition: The act of giving support, confidence, or hope to someone.

Example: Her words of encouragement helped me to keep going during tough times.

encourager

IPA: /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒər/

KK: /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒər/

noun

Definition: A person who gives support, confidence, or hope to someone else.

Example: She is a great encourager, always motivating her friends to do their best.

encouraging

IPA: /ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ/

KK: /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Providing support or confidence to someone, making them feel more hopeful or positive about a situation.

Example: Her encouraging words helped me to believe in myself.

encouragingly

IPA: /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋli/

KK: /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that gives support, confidence, or hope to someone.

Example: She spoke encouragingly to her friend who was feeling down.

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