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Exam: IELTS

harmonizer

IPA: /ˈhɑːrmənaɪzər/

KK: /ˈhɑːrmənaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that creates harmony by combining different musical notes or sounds together.

Example: The musician used a harmonizer to enhance the sound of the choir.

harmony

IPA: /ˈhɑːr.mə.ni/

KK: /ˈhɑːrməni/

noun

Definition: A state of agreement or pleasing arrangement of different elements, often used in music or to describe a balanced relationship.

Example: The choir sang in perfect harmony, creating a beautiful sound.

harness

IPA: /ˈhɑːrnɪs/

KK: /ˈhɑrnɪs/

noun

Definition: A set of straps and fittings used to attach a draft animal to a vehicle or implement, or to secure a person in a harness for activities like parachuting or climbing.

Example: The horse was fitted with a harness to pull the cart.

transitive verb

Definition: To control and make use of something, often by using a special device or method.

Example: The team worked hard to harness the power of the wind for their new energy project.

harried

IPA: /ˈhær.id/

KK: /ˈhɛrɪd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling rushed, anxious, or overwhelmed due to having too many tasks or problems to deal with.

Example: She felt harried as she tried to finish her work before the deadline.

verb

Definition: To have troubled or harassed someone persistently, often causing stress or anxiety.

Example: She felt harried by the constant demands of her job and family.

harrowing

IPA: /ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhɛr.oʊ.ɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Very painful or upsetting; causing a lot of distress or suffering.

Example: The movie was so harrowing that many people left the theater in tears.

harrowingly

IPA: /ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ.li/

KK: /ˈhɛrəʊɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that causes great distress or suffering.

Example: The movie depicted the events harrowingly, leaving the audience in tears.

harsh

IPA: /hɑːrʃ/

KK: /hɑrʃ/

adjective

Definition: Unpleasant or severe in a way that can be difficult to accept or endure.

Example: The harsh winter made it hard for people to travel.

harsher

IPA: /hɑːrʃər/

KK: /hɑrʃər/

adjective

Definition: More severe or strict than something else.

Example: The teacher's feedback was harsher than I expected.

harshest

IPA: /ˈhɑːrʃɪst/

KK: /hɑrʃɪst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is very severe, cruel, or unpleasant, often used to refer to conditions or treatment that are extremely tough or difficult.

Example: The harshest winter in years made it hard for people to survive.

harshly

IPA: /ˈhɑːrʃli/

KK: /hɑrʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very severe or cruel; not gentle or kind.

Example: The teacher spoke harshly to the students who were misbehaving.

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