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Exam: IELTS

improperly

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒpəli/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑpərli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not correct, suitable, or acceptable.

Example: He spoke improperly during the meeting, which upset many people.

improperness

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒpənəs/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑːpərnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being inappropriate or not suitable in behavior or actions.

Example: His improperness at the formal event made everyone uncomfortable.

impropriety

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒp.ər.aɪ.ti/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑːpəˌrɪti/

noun

Definition: A behavior or action that is not proper or acceptable in a social or moral context.

Example: The committee discussed the impropriety of his comments during the meeting.

improvability

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːvəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪmˈpruvəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being able to be improved or made better.

Example: The improvability of the software allows for regular updates and enhancements.

improvable

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːvəbl/

KK: /ɪmˈpruvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be made better or improved in some way.

Example: The current system is improvable, and we should look for ways to enhance its efficiency.

improve

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːv/

KK: /ɪmˈpruv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become better or to make something better by making changes or additions.

Example: She worked hard to improve her grades this semester.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something better or to enhance its quality or value.

Example: She worked hard to improve her English skills.

improved

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːvd/

KK: /ɪmˈpruvd/

adjective

Definition: Something that has been made better or enhanced.

Example: The new software version has improved features that make it easier to use.

verb

Definition: To make something better or to become better.

Example: She improved her grades by studying harder.

improvement

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

KK: /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

noun

Definition: A change or process that makes something better or enhances its quality.

Example: The improvement in her grades was noticeable after she started studying harder.

improver

IPA: /ɪmˈpruːvər/

KK: /ɪmˈpruːvər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes something better or enhances its quality.

Example: The new software is a great improver of productivity in the office.

improvidence

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒvɪdəns/

KK: /ɪmˈprɒvɪdəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of not planning for the future or being careful with resources, often leading to waste or loss.

Example: His improvidence led to financial difficulties later in life.

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