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Exam: IELTS

estrange

IPA: /ɪˈstreɪndʒ/

KK: /ɪˈstreɪndʒ/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel unfriendly or distant; to make someone feel like they no longer belong or are connected.

Example: The constant arguments began to estrange them from each other.

estranged

IPA: /ɪˈstreɪndʒd/

KK: /ɪˈstreɪndʒd/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who has become distant or disconnected from someone they used to be close to, like a family member or friend.

Example: After years of disagreement, they became estranged from each other.

verb

Definition: To cause someone to be no longer close or friendly with someone; to make someone feel distant or disconnected from someone else.

Example: After years of disagreement, they became estranged from each other.

estrangement

IPA: /ɪˈstreɪndʒmənt/

KK: /ɪˈstreɪndʒmənt/

adverb

Definition: Not in a familiar or friendly way; in a manner that is unusual or unexpected.

Example: She looked at him estranged, as if he were a stranger.

noun

Definition: The condition of being separated or distanced from someone or something, often leading to feelings of isolation or disconnection.

Example: The estrangement between the two friends was painful for both of them.

estriol

IPA: /ˈɛstrɪɔl/

KK: /ˈɛstrɪɔl/

noun

Definition: A hormone produced during pregnancy that is found in urine, known for its role in female reproductive health.

Example: Estriol levels can be measured to assess the health of a pregnancy.

estrogen

IPA: //ˈɛstrədʒən//

KK: /ˈɛstrədʒən/

noun

Definition: A group of hormones that are mainly produced in the ovaries and are important for the development of female characteristics and reproductive functions.

Example: Estrogen levels can affect a woman's mood and physical health.

estrogenic

IPA: /ˌɛstrəˈdʒɛnɪk/

KK: /ˌɛstrəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or having effects similar to the hormone estrogen, which is important for the development of female sexual characteristics and reproductive functions.

Example: Certain plants contain estrogenic compounds that can affect hormonal balance.

estrone

IPA: //ˈɛstrəʊn//

KK: /ˈɛstrən/

noun

Definition: A type of hormone that is important for female reproductive health and is used in medical treatments for hormone deficiencies.

Example: Doctors may prescribe estrone to help manage symptoms of menopause.

estuarine

IPA: /ˈɛstjuəraɪn/

KK: /ˈɛstʃəˌrin/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or found in an area where a river meets the sea, often characterized by a mix of fresh and saltwater.

Example: The estuarine environment is home to many unique species of plants and animals.

esurient

IPA: /ɪˈzjʊəriənt/

KK: /ɪˈzʊəriənt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very hungry or having a strong desire for food.

Example: After skipping breakfast, I felt esurient by lunchtime.

etatism

IPA: /eɪˈtɑːtɪzəm/

KK: /eɪˈtɑːtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A political system where the government has complete control over the economy and individual lives.

Example: In a state of etatism, the government makes all the important decisions regarding resources and services.

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