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Exam: IELTS

lastingly

IPA: /ˈlæstɪŋli/

KK: /ˈlæstɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that continues for a long time or forever.

Example: The changes made to the environment must be addressed lastingly to ensure a better future.

lastingness

IPA: /ˈlæstɪŋnəs/

KK: /ˈlæstɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of continuing for a long time without change.

Example: The lastingness of their friendship was evident even after many years apart.

lastly

IPA: /ˈlæstli/

KK: /ˈlæstli/

adverb

Definition: This word is used to introduce the final point or item in a series or list.

Example: Lastly, I would like to thank everyone for their support.

late

IPA: /leɪt/

KK: /leɪt/

adjective

Definition: Happening after the expected or usual time; not on time.

Example: She arrived late to the meeting and missed the important discussion.

adverb

Definition: After the expected or usual time; not on time.

Example: She arrived late to the meeting and missed the important discussion.

latecomer

IPA: /ˈleɪtˌkoʊmər/

KK: /ˈleɪtˌkoʊmər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that arrives after the expected time or after others have already arrived.

Example: The latecomer quietly entered the room after the meeting had started.

lately

IPA: /ˈleɪtli/

KK: /ˈleɪtli/

adverb

Definition: Not long ago; recently.

Example: I have been feeling more energetic lately.

latency

IPA: /ˈleɪtənsi/

KK: /ˈleɪtənsi/

noun

Definition: The time delay before a response or effect occurs, especially in technology or psychology.

Example: The latency in the network caused a delay in the video call.

latent

IPA: /ˈleɪtənt/

KK: /ˈleɪtənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that exists but is not yet visible or active; it has the potential to develop or emerge under the right conditions.

Example: She has a latent talent for painting that she has not yet explored.

noun

Definition: A type of fingerprint that is not easily seen but can be made visible for identification purposes, often used in forensic science.

Example: The detective found a latent fingerprint on the glass that helped solve the case.

latently

IPA: /ˈleɪtəntli/

KK: /ˈleɪtəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not immediately obvious or visible; existing but not yet developed or manifest.

Example: The talent was latently present in her, waiting for the right opportunity to shine.

later

IPA: /ˈleɪtər/

KK: /ˈleɪtər/

adverb

Definition: At a time after the present moment or after a specific time mentioned.

Example: We will discuss this topic later in the meeting.

interjection

Definition: A casual way to say goodbye or see you later.

Example: I have to go now, so I'll catch you later!

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