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Exam: IELTS

modality

IPA: /məʊˈdæl.ə.ti/

KK: /mɒˈdælɪti/

noun

Definition: A way of doing something or a particular method or approach, often used in contexts like logic, medicine, or sensory experiences.

Example: In therapy, different modalities can be used to treat patients effectively.

modally

IPA: /ˈmoʊdəli/

KK: /ˈmoʊdəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to mood or mode, often used in grammar to describe how something is expressed or understood.

Example: The teacher explained the concept modally, focusing on different ways to express the same idea.

mode

IPA: /moʊd/

KK: /moʊd/

noun

Definition: A way or method of doing something, or a particular condition or state of operation.

Example: The computer can operate in different modes depending on the task.

model

IPA: /ˈmɒd.əl/

KK: /ˈmɒdəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that serves as a standard or example to be followed or imitated.

Example: She is a model student who always helps her classmates.

intransitive verb

Definition: To act in a way that serves as an example for others to follow or to create a representation of something.

Example: She decided to model for the new fashion line to inspire young designers.

noun

Definition: A representation or example of something, often used for display, study, or imitation.

Example: The architect created a model of the new building to show to the clients.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or shape something into a specific form or design, often by using materials like clay or plastic, or to display something by wearing it or posing.

Example: She modeled the clay into a beautiful sculpture.

modeling

IPA: /ˈmɒd.əl.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmɒdəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of creating a representation or form of something, often in art or design, such as shaping materials like clay or wax, or the profession of being a model for fashion or photography.

Example: She is studying modeling to become a professional fashion model.

modeller

IPA: /ˈmɒd.ələr/

KK: /ˈmɒd.əl.ər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or designs models, often for art, architecture, or engineering.

Example: The modeller presented a detailed scale model of the new building.

modem

IPA: /ˈmoʊ.dɛm/

KK: /ˈmoʊdɛm/

noun

Definition: A device that allows computers to connect to the internet by converting digital data into signals that can be sent over telephone lines and vice versa.

Example: I need to buy a new modem to improve my internet connection.

transitive verb

Definition: A device that allows computers to communicate over telephone lines or other communication systems by converting digital data into analog signals and vice versa.

Example: The technician installed a new modem to improve the internet connection.

moderate

IPA: /ˈmɒd.ər.ət/

KK: /ˈmɒd.ər.ət/

adjective

Definition: Not too much or too little; within reasonable limits and not extreme.

Example: The restaurant offers moderate prices that are affordable for most people.

intransitive verb

Definition: To act as a moderator or to lessen in intensity or severity.

Example: During the debate, she had to moderate the discussion to keep it respectful.

noun

Definition: A person who has moderate opinions or beliefs, especially in politics or religion, and does not hold extreme views.

Example: The moderate in the debate advocated for a balanced approach to the issue.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less extreme or severe, or to oversee a discussion or event.

Example: The teacher had to moderate the debate to ensure everyone had a chance to speak.

moderately

IPA: /ˈmɒdərətli/

KK: /ˈmɒdərətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is average or not extreme; to a reasonable degree.

Example: She moderately enjoyed the movie, finding it entertaining but not exceptional.

moderateness

IPA: /ˈmɒdə.rət.nəs/

KK: /ˈmɒdərət.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reasonable and not extreme in behavior, opinions, or actions.

Example: Her moderateness in discussions helped to keep the conversation respectful and productive.

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