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Exam: IELTS

apogee

IPA: /ˈæpəʊdʒiː/

KK: /ˈæpəˌdʒi/

noun

Definition: The highest or farthest point in a particular situation, often used in astronomy to describe the point in an orbit that is farthest from the planet or body being orbited.

Example: The satellite reached its apogee before starting its descent back to Earth.

apolipoprotein

IPA: //ˌæpəˌlaɪpəˈproʊtiːn//

KK: /ˌæpəˌlaɪpəˈproʊtiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of protein that combines with fat to form a lipoprotein, which is important for transporting fats in the body.

Example: Apolipoproteins play a crucial role in lipid metabolism and cardiovascular health.

apolitical

IPA: /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

KK: /əˈpəʊlɪtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Not interested in or involved with politics or political matters.

Example: Many young people today consider themselves apolitical and do not engage in voting.

apoliticism

IPA: /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪsɪzəm/

KK: /əˌpɒlɪˈtɪsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A lack of interest or involvement in political affairs or issues.

Example: His apoliticism made him indifferent to the upcoming elections.

apologetic

IPA: /ˌæpəˈlədʒɛtɪk/

KK: /əˌpɑːləˈdʒɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Showing that you are sorry for something you did or said, often by expressing regret or making excuses.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he gave an apologetic smile and said he was sorry.

noun

Definition: A formal statement or explanation that defends or expresses regret for something.

Example: His apologetic was well-received by the audience, as it addressed their concerns directly.

apologetically

IPA: /ˌæpəˈlɒdʒɪkli/

KK: /əˌpɑlədʒˈɛtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows you are sorry for something you have done or said.

Example: She spoke apologetically after realizing her mistake.

apologetics

IPA: /əˌpɒl.əˈdʒɛt.ɪks/

KK: /əˌpɑːləˈdʒɛtɪks/

noun

Definition: The practice of defending a belief or doctrine through reasoned arguments and evidence, often related to religious faith.

Example: The scholar dedicated his life to apologetics, aiming to explain and defend his religious beliefs.

apologia

IPA: /əˈpɒlədʒə/

KK: /əˈpɒlədʒə/

noun

Definition: A formal explanation or defense of one's beliefs or actions, often presented in writing or speech.

Example: In his apologia, the author explained his controversial views on the subject.

apologise

IPA: /əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪz/

KK: /əˈpɑləˌdʒaɪz/

verb

Definition: To say that you are sorry for something you did or for a mistake you made.

Example: I need to apologise for being late to the meeting.

apologist

IPA: /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /əˈpɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who defends or supports a particular idea, belief, or policy, often by arguing in its favor.

Example: The apologist wrote a detailed article defending the controversial policy.

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