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Exam: IELTS

offense

IPA: /əˈfɛns/

KK: /əˈfɛns/

noun

Definition: A wrongdoing or crime that breaks a law or moral rule.

Example: He was charged with a serious offense for his actions.

offensive

IPA: /əˈfɛnsɪv/

KK: /əˈfɛnsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Causing anger or displeasure; something that is disagreeable or hurtful.

Example: His comments were so offensive that many people left the room.

noun

Definition: A military or strategic attack, often involving a series of actions aimed at gaining an advantage over an opponent.

Example: The army launched a surprise offensive to reclaim the territory.

offensively

IPA: /əˈfɛnsɪvli/

KK: /əˈfɛnsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes anger or hurt feelings; in a manner that is disrespectful or insulting.

Example: His comments were made offensively, upsetting many people in the audience.

offensiveness

IPA: /əˈfɛnsɪvnəs/

KK: /əˈfɛnsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of causing displeasure or anger to others.

Example: The offensiveness of his remarks led to a heated discussion.

offhandedness

IPA: /ˈɔːfˌhændɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈɔfˌhændɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being casual or not showing much interest or concern in a situation.

Example: His offhandedness during the meeting made it clear he didn't care about the project.

officeholder

IPA: /ˈɒfɪsˌhoʊldər/

KK: /ˈɔfɪsˌhoʊldər/

noun

Definition: A person who has been elected or appointed to a position in government or an organization.

Example: The officeholder was responsible for making important decisions for the community.

officer

IPA: /ˈɒfɪsə/

KK: /ˈɔfɪsər/

noun

Definition: A person who has a position of authority or responsibility in an organization, such as the military, police, or a company.

Example: The officer gave instructions to the team before the mission.

transitive verb

Definition: To command or manage someone or something in a position of authority.

Example: The captain will officer the team during the match.

official

IPA: /əˈfɪʃəl/

KK: /əˈfɪʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to an authority or a position of power; formal and authorized.

Example: The official statement from the government clarified the new policy.

noun

Definition: A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in an organization, especially in government or sports, and is responsible for enforcing rules or making decisions.

Example: The official announced the results of the election to the public.

officialdom

IPA: /əˈfɪʃ.əl.dəm/

KK: /əˈfɪʃəlˌdʌm/

noun

Definition: The group of people who hold official positions in government or public service, often involved in making decisions and policies.

Example: The new policies were met with resistance from the members of officialdom.

officialese

IPA: /əˈfɪʃəˌliz/

KK: /əˈfɪʃəˌliz/

noun

Definition: A type of language used in official documents that is often complicated, overly formal, or difficult to understand.

Example: The report was filled with officialese, making it hard for the average person to comprehend.

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