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Exam: IELTS

grasp

IPA: /ɡræsp/

KK: /græsp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take hold of something firmly or to understand something clearly.

Example: She tried to grasp the concept during the lecture.

noun

Definition: A firm hold or grip on something, or the ability to understand something.

Example: She had a firm grasp on the concepts taught in class.

transitive verb

Definition: To hold something tightly with your hand or to understand something clearly.

Example: She tried to grasp the concept during the lecture.

grasping

IPA: /ˈɡræspɪŋ/

KK: /ˈgræspɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having an intense desire for wealth or possessions, often in a greedy or selfish way.

Example: His grasping nature made him unpopular among his friends.

graspingness

IPA: /ˈɡræspɪŋnəs/

KK: /ˈgræspɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being greedy or wanting more than one needs.

Example: His graspingness for wealth led him to make unethical decisions.

grassroots

IPA: /ˈɡræsruts/

KK: /ˈgræsˌruts/

adjective

Definition: Relating to ordinary people in a community or society, especially in terms of political or social movements that start from the local level rather than from the top down.

Example: The grassroots campaign focused on local issues that mattered to the community.

grate

IPA: /ɡreɪt/

KK: /greɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a rough, harsh sound by scraping or grinding something.

Example: The metal grates against the stone, creating a loud noise.

noun

Definition: A metal framework used to hold fuel or food in a stove, furnace, or fireplace, or a structure of bars that blocks an opening.

Example: The chef placed the fish on the grate to cook it evenly over the fire.

transitive verb

Definition: To rub something against a rough surface to break it into small pieces or to make a harsh sound.

Example: She decided to grate the cheese for the pasta dish.

grated

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈɡreɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Made by shredding food into small pieces using a grater, often used for cheese or vegetables.

Example: I added some grated cheese on top of the pasta.

verb

Definition: To reduce food into small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or a grater.

Example: She grated the cheese to sprinkle on top of the pasta.

grateful

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtfəl/

KK: /ˈɡreɪt̬fəl/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing thanks for something that someone has done for you.

Example: I am grateful for all the support my friends have given me.

gratefully

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtfəli/

KK: /ˈɡreɪtfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows thanks or appreciation.

Example: She gratefully accepted the help from her friends.

gratefulness

IPA: /ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈɡreɪt̬fəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The feeling of being thankful and appreciating what one has.

Example: Her gratefulness for the support she received was evident in her smile.

grater

IPA: /ˈɡreɪtə/

KK: /ˈɡreɪtər/

noun

Definition: A kitchen tool with sharp edges used to shred or grate food into smaller pieces, such as cheese or vegetables.

Example: She used a grater to add fresh cheese to the pasta.

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