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Exam: IELTS

firmer

IPA: /ˈfɜːrmər/

KK: /ˈfɜrmər/

adjective

Definition: More solid or strong than something else; having a greater degree of firmness.

Example: The new mattress is firmer than the old one, providing better support for my back.

firming

IPA: /ˈfɜːrmɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfɜrmɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing beauty products that are intended to make the skin tighter and more toned.

Example: She uses a firming cream to improve the elasticity of her skin.

verb

Definition: To make something more solid, strong, or tight.

Example: She is firming the muscles in her arms by exercising regularly.

firmly

IPA: /ˈfɜːr.mli/

KK: /ˈfɜrmli/

adverb

Definition: In a strong or secure way that shows determination or certainty.

Example: She held the rope firmly to prevent it from slipping.

firmness

IPA: /ˈfɜːrnəs/

KK: /ˈfɜrmnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being strong, solid, or stable; the ability to remain unchanged or to resist pressure.

Example: The firmness of the table made it very sturdy and reliable for heavy items.

firmware

IPA: /ˈfɜːr.mwɛr/

KK: /ˈfɜrmˌwɛr/

noun

Definition: Software that is permanently stored in a hardware device, providing low-level control for the device's specific functions.

Example: The printer's firmware was updated to improve its performance and fix bugs.

first

IPA: /fɜrst/

KK: /fɜrst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that comes before all others in order, time, or importance.

Example: She was the first person to arrive at the party.

adverb

Definition: Before anything or anyone else in time, order, or importance.

Example: She was the first to arrive at the party.

noun

Definition: The person or thing that comes before all others in order, rank, or importance.

Example: She was the first to arrive at the party.

firsthand

IPA: /ˈfɜrstˌhænd/

KK: /ˈfɜrstˌhænd/

adjective

Definition: Describing information or experience that comes directly from the source or personal observation, rather than from someone else.

Example: She shared her firsthand account of the event, which was very insightful.

firstly

IPA: /ˈfɜːrstli/

KK: /ˈfɜrstli/

adverb

Definition: Used to introduce the first point or reason in a list or argument.

Example: Firstly, we need to gather all the necessary information before making a decision.

fisc

IPA: /fɪsk/

KK: /fɪsk/

noun

Definition: The money and resources that a government or state has, often used for public spending and services.

Example: The government's fisc is under pressure due to increased spending on healthcare.

fiscal

IPA: /ˈfɪs.kəl/

KK: /ˈfɪs.kəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to money, especially in terms of government spending, taxes, and financial policies.

Example: The government announced a new fiscal policy to improve the economy.

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