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Exam: IELTS

intelligentsia

IPA: /ɪnˌtɛlɪˈdʒɛntsɪə/

KK: /ɪnˌtɛlɪˈdʒɛntsɪə/

noun

Definition: A group of highly educated people in a society who are involved in intellectual activities, often influencing culture, politics, or art.

Example: The intelligentsia played a crucial role in shaping the country's political landscape.

intelligibility

IPA: /ɪnˌtɛlɪdʒəˈbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪnˌtɛlɪdʒəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being clear enough to be understood.

Example: The intelligibility of her speech improved after she practiced more.

intelligible

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəbl/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be understood or comprehended easily.

Example: The teacher explained the topic in a way that was intelligible to all the students.

intelligibly

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəblɪ/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is easy to understand or comprehend.

Example: She explained the concept intelligibly, making it clear for everyone.

intemperance

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛmpərəns/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛmpərəns/

noun

Definition: The act of indulging excessively in something, especially alcohol, or lacking moderation in behavior or appetite.

Example: His intemperance led to serious health problems and strained relationships.

intemperate

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛmpərɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛmpərɪt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is not moderate or restrained, especially in their behavior or consumption, often leading to excess or overindulgence.

Example: His intemperate drinking habits caused many problems in his life.

intemperately

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛmpərətli/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛmpərətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of moderation or restraint, often leading to excess or extreme behavior.

Example: He spoke intemperately during the debate, which caused a lot of controversy.

intemperateness

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛmpərət.nəs/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛmpərət/

noun

Definition: The condition of having excessive or extreme behavior, especially in terms of indulgence or passion.

Example: His intemperateness in drinking led to many problems in his life.

intend

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛnd/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛnd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To have a plan or goal that you want to achieve.

Example: I intend to finish my homework before dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To plan or have a specific purpose in mind for something.

Example: I intend to finish my homework before dinner.

intendance

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛndəns/

KK: /ɪnˈtɛndəns/

noun

Definition: A position or office responsible for management and administration, often in a specific area or district.

Example: The intendance was responsible for overseeing the local government and ensuring that resources were allocated properly.

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