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Exam: IELTS

fortify

IPA: /ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈfɔrtɪfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To strengthen or secure a place by building defenses or protective structures.

Example: The army decided to fortify the castle to protect it from attacks.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something stronger or more secure, often by adding support or protection.

Example: The army decided to fortify the base to protect it from attacks.

fortissimo

IPA: /fɔːrˈtɪsɪmoʊ/

KK: /fɔrˈtɪsɪmoʊ/

adjective

Definition: A term used in music to indicate that a passage should be played very loudly.

Example: The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the final movement fortissimo to create a dramatic effect.

adverb

Definition: In a very loud way, often used in music to indicate that a passage should be played with great volume.

Example: The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the final movement fortissimo to create a dramatic effect.

noun

Definition: A musical term that means to play or sing very loudly.

Example: The conductor asked the orchestra to play the final piece fortissimo to create a dramatic effect.

fortitude

IPA: /ˈfɔːrtɪtjuːd/

KK: /ˈfɔrtɪtud/

noun

Definition: The mental strength to face difficulties, pain, or challenges with courage and determination.

Example: Despite the hardships she faced, her fortitude helped her overcome every obstacle.

fortnight

IPA: /ˈfɔːtnaɪt/

KK: /ˈfɔrtˌnaɪt/

noun

Definition: A time span of two weeks or 14 days.

Example: We will meet again in a fortnight to discuss the project.

fortnightly

IPA: /ˈfɔːtnaɪtli/

KK: /ˈfɔrtˌnaɪtli/

adjective

Definition: Happening or appearing once every two weeks.

Example: The magazine is published fortnightly, so you can expect a new issue every two weeks.

adverb

Definition: Happening or occurring every two weeks.

Example: The magazine is published fortnightly, so you can expect a new issue every two weeks.

noun

Definition: A publication that is released every two weeks.

Example: The magazine is published fortnightly, so I receive it twice a month.

fortuitous

IPA: /fɔːrˈtjuːɪtəs/

KK: /fɔrˈtjuːɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: Happening by chance, often in a lucky or fortunate way.

Example: It was fortuitous that I found my lost keys just before leaving the house.

fortuitously

IPA: /fɔːˈtjuːɪtəsli/

KK: /fɔrˈtjuːɪtəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that happens by chance or luck, often resulting in a positive outcome.

Example: She fortuitously found a $20 bill on the ground while walking to the store.

fortuitousness

IPA: /fɔːrˈtjuːɪtəsnəs/

KK: /fɔrˈtjuːɪtəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of happening by chance in a lucky or beneficial way.

Example: The fortuitousness of their meeting led to a successful partnership.

fortuity

IPA: /fɔːrˈtjuːɪti/

KK: /fɔrˈtuːɪti/

noun

Definition: An event that happens by chance, often unexpectedly or without planning.

Example: The fortuity of meeting her old friend at the café was a pleasant surprise.

fortunate

IPA: /ˈfɔːtʃənət/

KK: /ˈfɔrʧənɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having good luck or experiencing something positive that was not expected.

Example: I felt fortunate to have such supportive friends during tough times.

noun

Definition: A person who has good luck or success, often someone who is wealthy or has favorable circumstances.

Example: The fortunate received gifts from the charity during the holiday season.

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