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Exam: IELTS

honourer

IPA: /ˈɒnərər/

KK: /ˈɒnərər/

noun

Definition: A person who honors or shows respect to someone or something.

Example: The honourer presented a medal to the hero for his bravery.

hoodlumism

IPA: /ˈhʊd.lʊ.mɪz.əm/

KK: /ˈhʊd.lʊ.mɪz.əm/

noun

Definition: Actions or behavior that are typical of a troublemaker or delinquent, often involving criminal or disruptive activities.

Example: The rise in hoodlumism in the neighborhood has caused concern among residents.

hook

IPA: /hʊk/

KK: /hʊk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To bend or curve in a shape similar to a hook.

Example: The metal wire will hook easily when you bend it.

noun

Definition: A curved or bent tool or part that is used to catch, hold, or fasten something.

Example: He used a hook to hang the picture on the wall.

transitive verb

Definition: To catch or fasten something with a curved or bent object, or to cause someone to become addicted to something.

Example: He tried to hook the fish with his bait.

hooliganism

IPA: /ˈhuːlɪɡənɪzəm/

KK: /ˈhulɪgənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: Unruly and aggressive behavior often associated with troublemakers, especially in public places or during events like sports.

Example: The football match was marred by incidents of hooliganism, leading to several arrests.

hoover

IPA: /ˈhuːvər/

KK: /ˈhuːvər/

noun

Definition: A device used to clean floors and carpets by sucking up dirt and dust.

Example: I need to use the hoover to clean the living room carpet.

verb

Definition: To clean a space using a vacuum cleaner, regardless of the brand of the machine.

Example: I need to hoover the living room before our guests arrive.

hop

IPA: /hɒp/

KK: /hɑp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To jump or move quickly, often on one foot, or to travel frequently from one place to another.

Example: The children love to hop around the playground.

noun

Definition: A light jump or leap, often done on one foot, or a short trip.

Example: She took a hop across the puddle to avoid getting wet.

transitive verb

Definition: To jump or spring a short distance, often using one foot or both feet.

Example: The children love to hop around the playground.

hope

IPA: /hoʊp/

KK: /hoʊp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To wish for something to happen or to have a positive expectation about the future.

Example: I hope to see you at the party tomorrow.

noun

Definition: A feeling of wanting something to happen or believing that it will happen, often with a sense of confidence.

Example: She held onto the hope that she would find her lost dog.

transitive verb

Definition: To want something to happen or to believe that it will happen.

Example: I hope to see you at the party this weekend.

hopeful

IPA: /ˈhoʊpfəl/

KK: /ˈhoʊpfəl/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing a desire for something good to happen in the future.

Example: She was hopeful that she would get the job after the interview.

noun

Definition: A person who is optimistic about the future and believes that good things will happen, often in the context of achieving goals or success.

Example: The young artist is a hopeful, dreaming of a bright future in the art world.

hopefully

IPA: /ˈhoʊpfəli/

KK: /ˈhoʊpfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that expresses hope or a desire for something to happen.

Example: Hopefully, we will finish the project on time.

hopefulness

IPA: /ˈhoʊpfəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈhoʊpfəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being optimistic about the future or having positive expectations.

Example: Her hopefulness inspired everyone around her to stay positive during tough times.

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