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Exam: IELTS

lieutenancy

IPA: /ljuˈtɛnənsi/

KK: /ljuˈtɛnənsi/

noun

Definition: The position or rank of a lieutenant in a military or police organization.

Example: He was promoted to the lieutenancy after years of dedicated service.

lieutenant

IPA: /lɛfˈtɛnənt/

KK: /lɛfˈtɛnənt/

noun

Definition: A person who holds a rank in the military or police, usually just below a captain or commander.

Example: The lieutenant led the troops into battle with great courage.

life

IPA: /laɪf/

KK: /laɪf/

adjective

Definition: Relating to living things or the state of being alive; often used to describe something that lasts for a long time or throughout one's existence.

Example: She made a life decision to move to another country for her career.

noun

Definition: The condition that distinguishes living organisms from inorganic matter, including the ability to grow, reproduce, and respond to stimuli. It can also refer to the experience of being alive, including the activities and events that make up a person's existence.

Example: She dedicated her life to helping others in need.

lifeblood

IPA: /ˈlaɪfˌblʌd/

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌblʌd/

noun

Definition: A crucial or essential part that is necessary for something to function or thrive.

Example: The dedicated volunteers are the lifeblood of the community organization.

lifecare

IPA: /ˈlaɪfˌkɛər/

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌkɛr/

noun

Definition: Support and assistance provided to elderly individuals in a specialized community, typically from retirement until death.

Example: The new lifecare facility offers a range of services for seniors, including medical care and social activities.

lifeguard

IPA: //ˈlaɪfˌɡɑrd//

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌɡɑrd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To work in a position that involves ensuring the safety of people swimming or participating in water activities.

Example: She lifeguards at the local pool during the summer.

noun

Definition: A trained person who watches over swimmers to keep them safe, especially at beaches or pools.

Example: The lifeguard quickly jumped into the water to save the struggling swimmer.

lifeguarded

IPA: /ˈlaɪfˌɡɑrdɪd/

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌɡɑrdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Supervised by a person who is trained to save lives at beaches or pools.

Example: The lifeguarded area of the beach is safe for swimming.

lifeless

IPA: /ˈlaɪflɛs/

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌlɛs/

adjective

Definition: Not having life; dead or inanimate. It can also mean lacking energy or excitement.

Example: The flowers looked lifeless after being left in the sun for too long.

lifelessly

IPA: /ˈlaɪflɛsli/

KK: /ˈlaɪfˌlɛsli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that shows no energy, spirit, or vitality; appearing dull or inactive.

Example: The actor delivered his lines lifelessly, failing to engage the audience.

lifelessness

IPA: /ˈlaɪfləsnəs/

KK: /ˈlaɪflɛs.nəs/

noun

Definition: The state of having no life or energy; being without vitality or animation.

Example: The lifelessness of the landscape made it feel eerie and desolate.

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