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Exam: IELTS

inattention

IPA: /ˌɪnəˈtɛnʃən/

KK: /ˌɪnəˈtɛnʃən/

noun

Definition: A lack of focus or attention to something, often resulting in mistakes or missed information.

Example: His inattention during the lecture caused him to miss important details.

inattentive

IPA: /ˌɪnəˈtɛn.tɪv/

KK: /ɪnəˈtɛntɪv/

adjective

Definition: Not paying attention or not focused on something.

Example: The inattentive student missed important information during the lecture.

inattentively

IPA: /ˌɪnəˈtɛntɪvli/

KK: /ɪnəˈtɛntɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of attention or focus.

Example: She listened inattentively during the lecture and missed important information.

inattentiveness

IPA: /ˌɪnəˈtɛn.tɪv.nəs/

KK: /ɪnəˈtɛntɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of not paying attention or being careless in focus.

Example: His inattentiveness during the lecture caused him to miss important information.

inaudibility

IPA: /ɪnˈɔːdɪbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪnˈɔːdɪbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being unable to be heard or perceived by the ear.

Example: The inaudibility of the sound made it difficult to detect the source.

inaudible

IPA: /ɪˈnɔːdəbl/

KK: /ɪˈnɔːdəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be heard or is too quiet to be heard clearly.

Example: The speaker's voice was so soft that it was almost inaudible in the noisy room.

inaudibly

IPA: /ɪˈnɔːdəbli/

KK: /ɪˈnɔːdəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that cannot be heard or is too quiet to be heard.

Example: She spoke inaudibly during the meeting, so no one could understand her.

inaugural

IPA: /ɪˈnɔːɡjʊrəl/

KK: /ɪˈnɔɡjərəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the first event in a series or the beginning of something important.

Example: The inaugural ceremony was attended by many dignitaries and guests.

noun

Definition: A formal speech or event that marks the beginning of a new position or term, especially in politics.

Example: The president delivered an inspiring inaugural to set the tone for his administration.

inaugurate

IPA: /ɪˈnɔːɡjʊreɪt/

KK: /ɪˈnɔɡjʊˌreɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To officially start or introduce something, often with a formal ceremony.

Example: The mayor will inaugurate the new park next week.

inauguration

IPA: /ɪˌnɔːɡjʊˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌnɔːɡjʊˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal ceremony that marks the beginning of a new position or term, especially for a leader or official.

Example: The inauguration of the new president took place on a sunny day in January.

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