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Exam: IELTS

extensibility

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of a design that allows for future improvements or expansions.

Example: The software's extensibility makes it easy to add new features as needed.

extensible

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be made longer or larger; can be expanded or modified easily.

Example: The software has an extensible architecture that allows developers to add new features.

extension

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnʃən/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnʃən/

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to something added to increase size, time, or capability, such as a part of a building, a program for learning, or a file type in computing.

Example: The school offers an extension program for students who cannot attend regular classes.

extensive

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having a large size, range, or amount; covering a wide area or involving a lot of things.

Example: The extensive library has books on almost every subject.

extensively

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that covers a large area or involves a lot of things; widely or thoroughly.

Example: The research was conducted extensively to ensure accurate results.

extensiveness

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being large in size, amount, or scope.

Example: The extensiveness of the research project allowed for a thorough understanding of the topic.

extensor

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnsər/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnsər/

noun

Definition: A type of muscle that helps to straighten or extend a limb or part of the body.

Example: The extensor muscle in the arm allows you to straighten your elbow.

extent

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnt/

noun

Definition: The amount or degree to which something exists or is present; the range or area covered by something.

Example: The extent of the damage from the storm was much greater than we initially thought.

extenuate

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnjuˌeɪt/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnjuˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something seem less serious or important, often by providing excuses or reasons that lessen the blame.

Example: The lawyer tried to extenuate his client's actions by explaining the difficult circumstances.

extenuating

IPA: /ɪkˈstɛnjuˌeɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ɪkˈstɛnjuˌeɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that makes a situation less serious or more understandable by providing a reason or excuse.

Example: The judge considered the extenuating circumstances before making a decision.

verb

Definition: To make a situation seem less serious or more forgivable by providing excuses or reasons.

Example: The lawyer presented extenuating circumstances to reduce the defendant's sentence.

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