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Exam: IELTS

anabasis

IPA: /ˌænəˈbeɪsɪs/

KK: /əˈnæbəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A military journey or advance, especially one that involves a difficult retreat, often used to describe the Greek expedition led by Cyrus the Younger in ancient times.

Example: The anabasis of the Greek mercenaries was a challenging journey back home after their defeat.

anabatic

IPA: /ˌænəˈbætɪk/

KK: /əˈnæbətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to winds or air currents that move upward.

Example: The anabatic winds helped the gliders gain altitude effortlessly.

anabolic

IPA: /əˈnæbəlɪk/

KK: /əˈnæbəlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process in the body that builds up tissues and organs, often associated with muscle growth.

Example: The athlete followed an anabolic diet to enhance muscle development.

noun

Definition: A substance that promotes growth and increases muscle mass in the body.

Example: Athletes sometimes use anabolic substances to enhance their performance.

anabolism

IPA: /əˈnæbəlɪzəm/

KK: /əˈnæbəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The process in the body where simple substances are built up into more complex materials, which are necessary for growth and repair of tissues.

Example: Anabolism is essential for muscle growth and recovery after exercise.

anachronism

IPA: /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/

KK: /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A person, event, or thing that is placed in the wrong time period, especially something that belongs to an earlier time than the one being discussed.

Example: The use of a typewriter in a modern office is an anachronism.

anachronistic

IPA: //əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk//

KK: /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is out of its proper time period, often referring to something that belongs to an earlier time but is mistakenly placed in a later context.

Example: The film was criticized for its anachronistic costumes that did not match the historical period it was set in.

anaclitic

IPA: /ˌænəˈklaɪtɪk/

KK: /ˌænəˈklaɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strong emotional dependence on another person, often for support or fulfillment of basic needs.

Example: The child showed anaclitic behavior, seeking comfort from his mother whenever he felt scared.

anadromous

IPA: /əˈnædrəməs/

KK: /əˈnædrəməs/

adjective

Definition: Referring to fish that travel from the ocean to freshwater rivers to reproduce.

Example: Salmon are anadromous fish that return to their birthplace to spawn.

anaemia

IPA: /əˈniːmiə/

KK: /əˈniːmiə/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where there is a lower than normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to fatigue and weakness.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with anaemia after she reported feeling unusually tired.

anaemic

IPA: /əˈniːmɪk/

KK: /əˈniːmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, which can cause weakness and fatigue.

Example: The doctor said she was anaemic and needed to eat more iron-rich foods.

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