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Exam: IELTS

abundantly

IPA: /əˈbʌndəntli/

KK: /əˈbʌndəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is plentiful or more than enough; fully or generously.

Example: The garden was filled abundantly with flowers of every color.

abusable

IPA: /əˈbjuːzəbl/

KK: /əˈbjuːzəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be misused or treated badly.

Example: The system has several abusable features that can be exploited by users.

abuse

IPA: /əˈbjuːz/

KK: /əˈbyuz/

noun

Definition: This term refers to harmful or wrongful actions, often involving mistreatment or misuse of power. It can also describe offensive language or physical harm inflicted on someone.

Example: The organization works to prevent child abuse and support victims.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone or something in a harmful or cruel way, often by using them wrongly or unfairly. This can include speaking to them in a hurtful manner, causing physical harm, or misusing something.

Example: He was accused of abusing his power as a manager.

abuser

IPA: /əˈbjuːzər/

KK: /əˈbjuːzər/

noun

Definition: A person who mistreats or harms someone else, often in a repeated or harmful way.

Example: The abuser was held accountable for their actions in court.

abusive

IPA: /əˈbjuːsɪv/

KK: /əˈbjusɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing behavior that is harmful, cruel, or insulting to others, often involving mistreatment or violence.

Example: The abusive behavior of the coach led to several complaints from parents.

abusively

IPA: /əˈbjuːsɪvli/

KK: /əˈbjuːsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is harmful or cruel, often involving harsh words or actions.

Example: He spoke abusively to his colleagues, which created a hostile work environment.

abusiveness

IPA: /əˈbjuːsɪvnəs/

KK: /əˈbjuːsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being harmful or cruel, often involving harsh words or actions towards others.

Example: The abusiveness in his tone made it clear that he was not open to discussion.

abut

IPA: /əˈbʌt/

KK: /əˈbət/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be next to or share a boundary with something else.

Example: The two properties abut each other, sharing a common boundary.

transitive verb

Definition: To be next to something or to touch at one end.

Example: The two properties abut each other, sharing a common boundary.

abutment

IPA: /əˈbʌtmənt/

KK: /əˈbʌtmənt/

noun

Definition: A structure that supports the end of a bridge or holds up the cables of a suspension bridge. It can also refer to a part of a structure that carries the weight of an arch.

Example: The engineers designed a strong abutment to ensure the stability of the bridge.

abutting

IPA: /əˈbʌtɪŋ/

KK: /əˈbʌtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is next to or touching another thing.

Example: The abutting properties share a common fence.

verb

Definition: To be next to or have a common boundary with something else.

Example: The two properties are abutting each other, creating a shared fence line.

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