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Exam: IELTS

gaudily

IPA: /ˈɡɔːdɪli/

KK: /ˈɡɔːdɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very bright and showy, often to the point of being tasteless or overly flashy.

Example: The room was decorated gaudily, with bright colors and excessive ornaments.

gaudiness

IPA: /ˈɡɔː.dɪ.nəs/

KK: /ˈɡɔːdɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being excessively bright, showy, or flashy in appearance, often in a way that is considered unattractive or in bad taste.

Example: The gaudiness of the decorations made the room feel overwhelming and uninviting.

gaudy

IPA: /ˈɡɔːdi/

KK: /ˈɡɔdi/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very bright and colorful in a way that is considered to be too much or lacking in good taste.

Example: The decorations at the party were so gaudy that they distracted from the beautiful setting.

noun

Definition: A special meal or celebration, often held annually at a university, where people gather to eat and enjoy entertainment.

Example: The university held its annual gaudy, inviting alumni to celebrate together.

gauge

IPA: /ɡeɪdʒ/

KK: /geɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A tool or standard used to measure or assess something, often in terms of size, amount, or quality.

Example: The mechanic used a gauge to check the tire pressure.

transitive verb

Definition: To measure or assess something accurately, often to determine its size, amount, or capacity.

Example: The engineer used a special tool to gauge the thickness of the metal.

gauged

IPA: /ɡeɪdʒd/

KK: /ɡeɪdʒd/

adjective

Definition: Adjusted or measured to a specific size or standard.

Example: The tailor gauged the fabric to fit the customer's measurements perfectly.

verb

Definition: To measure or estimate something, often using a specific tool or method.

Example: The engineer gauged the temperature of the metal before proceeding with the experiment.

gauging

IPA: /ˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

KK: /ɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring or assessing something, often to determine its size, amount, or quality.

Example: The gauging of the materials was essential for the construction project.

verb

Definition: To measure or estimate something, often to determine its size, amount, or level.

Example: The engineer is gauging the temperature of the machine to ensure it operates safely.

gaunt

IPA: /ɡɔnt/

KK: /gɔnt/

adjective

Definition: Very thin and bony, often because of illness or lack of food.

Example: After months of illness, he looked gaunt and weak.

gauntly

IPA: /ˈɡɔːntli/

KK: /gɔntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is thin and bony, often due to suffering or lack of food.

Example: He walked gauntly through the streets, his face showing signs of hunger.

gauntness

IPA: /ˈɡɔːntnəs/

KK: /gɔntnɪs/

noun

Definition: The state of being very thin and bony, often due to illness or lack of food.

Example: His gauntness was a clear sign that he had been unwell for a long time.

gavel

IPA: /ˈɡævəl/

KK: /ˈɡævəl/

noun

Definition: A small hammer-like tool used by a judge or auctioneer to get attention or to mark the end of a discussion or sale.

Example: The judge struck the gavel to call the court to order.

transitive verb

Definition: To bring about or force something to happen by using a small hammer, often used in meetings or courts.

Example: The chairman decided to gavel the meeting to a close after the discussion.

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