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Exam: IELTS

glaciation

IPA: /ɡleɪʃiˈeɪʃən/

KK: /ˈɡleɪʃiˌeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of being covered by ice or glaciers, which can shape the landscape and create various geological features.

Example: The last glaciation significantly altered the geography of the region.

glaciological

IPA: /ɡleɪsiəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /gleɪsiˈɑlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of glaciers and ice sheets.

Example: The glaciological research provided important insights into climate change.

glaciologist

IPA: /ɡleɪsiˈɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /ˈɡleɪ.si.ɑː.lə.dʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A scientist who studies ice and glaciers, focusing on their formation, movement, and effects on the environment.

Example: The glaciologist presented her research on the melting glaciers at the conference.

glaciology

IPA: /ɡleɪsiˈɒlədʒi/

KK: /gleɪsiˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The branch of science that focuses on the study of glaciers, their movements, and their impact on the environment.

Example: Glaciology helps us understand how glaciers affect sea levels and climate change.

glad

IPA: /ɡlæd/

KK: /ɡlæd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing happiness and joy.

Example: I am glad to see you at the party!

noun

Definition: A type of flowering plant known for its tall spikes of colorful flowers, commonly found in gardens.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful glad flowers in various colors.

transitive verb

Definition: To feel or show happiness or pleasure about something.

Example: She was glad to hear the good news.

gladden

IPA: /ˈɡlæd.ən/

KK: /ˈɡlæd.ən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To feel or show happiness or joy.

Example: The news of her promotion gladdened her heart.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone happy or joyful.

Example: The good news will gladden her heart.

gladiatorial

IPA: /ˌɡlædɪəˈtɔːriəl/

KK: /ɡlædɪəˈtɔːriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to ancient Roman fighters who battled each other or wild animals in arenas for public entertainment.

Example: The museum had an exhibit showcasing gladiatorial weapons and armor.

gladly

IPA: /ˈɡlædli/

KK: /ˈɡlædli/

adverb

Definition: In a happy or willing way; with pleasure.

Example: She gladly accepted the invitation to the party.

gladness

IPA: /ˈɡlædnəs/

KK: /ɡlædnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of feeling happy or joyful.

Example: Her face was filled with gladness when she received the good news.

gladsomely

IPA: /ˈɡlæd.sə.mli/

KK: /ˈɡlæd.sə.mli/

adverb

Definition: In a happy or joyful manner.

Example: She accepted the award gladsomely, smiling at the audience.

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