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Exam: IELTS

heftier

IPA: /ˈhɛf.ti.ər/

KK: /ˈhɛftiər/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is heavier or more substantial than something else.

Example: The heftier package was more difficult to lift than the smaller one.

heftiest

IPA: /ˈhɛfti/

KK: /ˈhɛfti/

adjective

Definition: The largest or heaviest in size or weight compared to others.

Example: He carried the heftiest box to the truck.

heftily

IPA: /ˈhɛf.tɪ.li/

KK: /ˈhɛf.tɪ.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is heavy or substantial; with a lot of weight or force.

Example: He heftily lifted the box onto the shelf without any help.

hegemon

IPA: /hɪˈdʒɛmən/

KK: /hɛˈdʒɛmən/

noun

Definition: A person or group that has a dominant influence or control over others, especially in political or social contexts.

Example: The country emerged as a hegemon in the region, influencing the policies of its neighbors.

hegemonic

IPA: /hɪˈdʒɛmənɪk/

KK: /hɪˈdʒɛmənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the dominance or leadership of one group over others, especially in social, political, or economic contexts.

Example: The country's hegemonic influence in the region has shaped its political landscape.

hegemony

IPA: /hɪˈdʒɛməni/

KK: /hɪˈdʒɛməni/

noun

Definition: The control or influence that one group or country has over others, often in a political or cultural context.

Example: The country's hegemony in the region has led to significant changes in local policies.

height

IPA: /haɪt/

KK: /haɪt/

noun

Definition: The measurement of how tall something is from the base to the top.

Example: The height of the mountain is over 3,000 meters.

heighten

IPA: /ˈhaɪtən/

KK: /haɪtən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To increase in height or intensity; to become greater or more intense.

Example: The excitement in the room began to heighten as the concert approached.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something higher or to increase its level or amount.

Example: The new policy is expected to heighten awareness about environmental issues.

heightened

IPA: /ˈhaɪtənd/

KK: /haɪtənd/

adjective

Definition: Increased in strength or level; made more intense or serious.

Example: The heightened emotions during the ceremony made it very memorable.

verb

Definition: To make something greater or more intense, often referring to feelings, situations, or conditions.

Example: The new evidence heightened the tension in the room.

heightening

IPA: /ˈhaɪtənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhaɪtənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of making something higher or more intense.

Example: The heightening of the tension in the movie kept everyone on the edge of their seats.

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