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Exam: IELTS

manipulate

IPA: /məˈnɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

KK: /mənˈɪpəˌleɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To skillfully handle or control something, often in a way that influences or changes it for a specific purpose.

Example: The artist can manipulate colors to create stunning effects in her paintings.

manipulation

IPA: /məˌnɪp.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

KK: /mənɪpjuˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of skillfully controlling or influencing something or someone, often in a way that is not obvious or is considered unfair.

Example: The manipulation of data can lead to misleading results in research.

manipulative

IPA: /məˈnɪp.jʊ.lə.tɪv/

KK: /məˈnɪp.jə.lɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to control or influence someone or something in a clever or often unfair way.

Example: She used manipulative tactics to get what she wanted from her friends.

noun

Definition: An object that can be moved or arranged by hand, often used to help develop skills or understand concepts, especially in subjects like math.

Example: The teacher used a manipulative to help the students understand fractions better.

manipulatively

IPA: /məˈnɪp.jʊ.lə.tɪv.li/

KK: /məˈnɪp.jə.lə.tɪv.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves controlling or influencing someone or something to your advantage, often in a clever or deceptive manner.

Example: She spoke manipulatively to get what she wanted from her friends.

manipulatory

IPA: /məˈnɪp.jʊ.lə.təri/

KK: /məˈnɪp.jə.lə.tɔːr.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of skillfully handling or controlling something, often in a clever or deceptive way.

Example: The manipulative tactics used in the negotiation were surprising to everyone involved.

mankind

IPA: //mænˈkaɪnd//

KK: /mænˌkaɪnd/

noun

Definition: The human race or all people collectively, including both men and women.

Example: Mankind has made great advancements in technology over the years.

manmade

IPA: /ˈmænˌmeɪd/

KK: /mænˈmeɪd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is created or constructed by humans rather than occurring naturally.

Example: The park features a manmade lake that attracts many visitors.

manned

IPA: /mænd/

KK: /mænd/

adjective

Definition: Operated or controlled by a person rather than automatically or remotely.

Example: The astronauts traveled in a manned spacecraft to explore the moon.

manner

IPA: /ˈmænər/

KK: /ˈmænər/

noun

Definition: A way of doing something or behaving; a style or method of action.

Example: She spoke in a calm manner during the meeting.

mannered

IPA: /ˈmænərd/

KK: /ˈmænərd/

adjective

Definition: Showing a particular way of behaving or speaking, often in a way that seems artificial or affected.

Example: His mannered way of speaking made him seem less genuine.

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