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Exam: IELTS

moderation

IPA: /ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /mɑːdəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of avoiding extremes and finding a balanced approach in behavior or opinion.

Example: Practicing moderation in eating can lead to better health.

moderator

IPA: /ˈmɒdəreɪtə/

KK: /ˈmɒdəˌreɪtə/

noun

Definition: A person who leads or controls a discussion, meeting, or debate, ensuring that everyone has a chance to speak and that the conversation stays on topic.

Example: The moderator asked the panelists to introduce themselves before starting the discussion.

moderatorship

IPA: /ˈmɒdəreɪtərʃɪp/

KK: /ˈmɒdəreɪtərʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The position or role of someone who oversees discussions or activities, ensuring that rules are followed and that everyone has a chance to speak.

Example: She was elected to the moderatorship of the online forum, where she helped manage discussions.

modern

IPA: //ˈmɒd.ən//

KK: /ˈmɑdərn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the present time or recent times; contemporary and up-to-date in style, ideas, or technology.

Example: The building features a modern design that attracts many visitors.

noun

Definition: A person who has contemporary ideas, beliefs, or standards, or someone who lives in the present time.

Example: The modern often embraces new technologies and innovative thinking.

modernisation

IPA: /ˌmɒdənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /mɑːdərnaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something more modern or up to date, often involving changes in technology, design, or methods.

Example: The modernisation of the city's public transport system has made it more efficient and user-friendly.

modernise

IPA: /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

KK: /ˈmɒd.ə.naɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something more current or up to date, often by adding new features or improving its design.

Example: The city plans to modernise its public transportation system to better serve residents.

modernism

IPA: /ˈmɒd.ər.nɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈmɒdərnɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A movement in art, literature, and thought that breaks away from traditional styles and embraces new ideas and forms, especially prominent in the 20th century.

Example: Modernism has greatly influenced contemporary art and literature, encouraging artists to experiment with new techniques.

modernist

IPA: /ˈmɒd.ən.ɪst/

KK: /ˈmɒdərnɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a cultural movement that seeks to break away from traditional forms and embrace new ideas and styles, especially in art, literature, and architecture.

Example: The modernist approach in literature often focuses on stream of consciousness and fragmented narratives.

noun

Definition: A person who supports or practices modernism, which is a cultural movement that seeks to break away from traditional forms and embrace new ideas and styles.

Example: The modernist movement in art and literature changed the way people thought about creativity.

modernistic

IPA: //ˌmɒdərˈnɪstɪk//

KK: /ˈmɒdərnɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a style that is contemporary and innovative, often breaking away from traditional forms.

Example: The architect designed a modernistic building that stood out in the historic neighborhood.

modernity

IPA: /mɒˈdɜːrnɪti/

KK: /mɑːˈdɜrnɪti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being up-to-date or contemporary, often in relation to culture, ideas, or technology.

Example: The modernity of the city is reflected in its skyscrapers and advanced public transport system.

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