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Exam: IELTS

maximalist

IPA: //ˈmæksɪməlɪst//

KK: /mækˈsɪməlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports taking bold or extreme actions to achieve a complete goal or set of goals, often in a social or political context.

Example: The maximalist approach to environmental policy aims for comprehensive reforms rather than small changes.

maximally

IPA: /ˈmæksɪməli/

KK: /mæksɪməli/

adverb

Definition: In the greatest or highest degree possible; to the fullest extent.

Example: The team worked maximally to meet the project deadline.

maximum

IPA: /ˈmæksɪməm/

KK: /ˈmæksɪməm/

adjective

Definition: Having the largest amount or highest level possible.

Example: The maximum speed allowed on this road is 60 miles per hour.

noun

Definition: The largest amount or value allowed or possible in a particular situation.

Example: The maximum speed limit on this road is 60 miles per hour.

may

IPA: /meɪ/

KK: /me/

auxiliary verb

Definition: This word is used to express permission, possibility, or a wish. It often indicates that something is allowed or that there is a chance of something happening.

Example: You may leave the table when you are finished with your meal.

noun

Definition: The fifth month of the year, often associated with spring and blooming flowers.

Example: May is my favorite month because the flowers start to bloom.

mayday

IPA: //ˈmeɪdeɪ//

KK: /ˈmeɪdeɪ/

noun

Definition: A word used in radio communication to signal that a ship or aircraft is in serious trouble and needs immediate help.

Example: The pilot declared a mayday when the engine failed during the flight.

mayhem

IPA: //ˈmeɪ.hɛm//

KK: /ˈmeɪhɛm/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is a lot of chaos, confusion, or violence, often causing great damage or injury.

Example: The protest turned into mayhem when the crowd began to clash with the police.

mayor

IPA: //ˈmeɪər//

KK: /ˈmeɪər/

noun

Definition: The person in charge of a city or town government, usually elected by the people.

Example: The mayor announced new plans to improve public transportation in the city.

mayoral

IPA: /ˈmeɪərəl/

KK: /ˈmeɪərəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the position or duties of a mayor, who is the elected head of a city or town.

Example: The mayoral election will take place next month.

mayoralty

IPA: //meɪˈɔːrəlti//

KK: /meɪˈɔːrəlti/

noun

Definition: The position or role held by a mayor, including the responsibilities and duties associated with that role.

Example: During his mayoralty, the city saw significant improvements in public transportation.

meager

IPA: /ˈmiːɡər/

KK: /ˈmiːɡər/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough quantity or quality; very small or thin.

Example: The meal was meager, barely enough to satisfy my hunger.

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