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Exam: IELTS

inferior

IPA: /ɪnˈfɪəriər/

KK: /ɪnˈfɪr.i.ər/

adjective

Definition: Lower in quality, rank, or status compared to something else.

Example: In many cultures, some people believe that certain jobs are inferior to others.

noun

Definition: A person who has a lower rank, status, or achievement compared to someone else.

Example: In the company, he felt like an inferior compared to his more experienced colleagues.

inferiority

IPA: /ɪnˈfɪəriˌɔːrɪti/

KK: /ɪnˈfɪrɪˌɔrɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being less good, less important, or less valuable than someone or something else.

Example: She struggled with feelings of inferiority compared to her more successful peers.

inferiorly

IPA: /ɪnˈfɪəriəli/

KK: /ɪnˈfɪr.i.ər.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is lower in position or quality compared to something else.

Example: The team performed inferiorly compared to their rivals in the championship.

infernal

IPA: /ɪnˈfɜrnəl/

KK: /ɪnˈfɜrnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to hell or the underworld; extremely bad or unpleasant.

Example: The infernal noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.

infernally

IPA: /ɪnˈfɜrnəli/

KK: /ɪnˈfɜrnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extremely unpleasant or hellish.

Example: The heat was infernally intense during the summer.

inferrer

IPA: /ɪnˈfɪrər/

KK: /ɪnˈfɪrər/

noun

Definition: A person who draws conclusions or makes guesses based on evidence or reasoning.

Example: As an inferrer, she was able to understand the hidden meanings in the text.

infertile

IPA: /ɪnˈfɜːrtaɪl/

KK: /ɪnˈfɜrˌtaɪl/

adjective

Definition: Not able to produce offspring or support growth; unable to reproduce or sustain life.

Example: The infertile soil made it difficult for plants to grow.

infertility

IPA: /ɪnˈfɜːtɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪnˈfɜrtɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person is unable to conceive a child or has reduced ability to do so.

Example: Many couples face challenges related to infertility when trying to start a family.

infest

IPA: /ɪnˈfɛst/

KK: /ɪnˈfɛst/

transitive verb

Definition: To invade or occupy a place in large numbers, often causing harm or problems.

Example: The garden was infested with pests that damaged the plants.

infestation

IPA: /ˌɪn.fɛˈsteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈfɛsteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where a large number of pests or harmful organisms are present in a specific area, often causing damage or harm.

Example: The garden suffered from an infestation of aphids, which damaged the plants.

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