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Exam: IELTS

paltriest

IPA: //ˈpæltriɪst//

KK: /ˈpæltrɪɪst/

adjective

Definition: The smallest amount or the least significant; very small or insignificant.

Example: His contribution to the project was the paltriest of all, barely making a difference.

paltrily

IPA: /ˈpæl.trɪ.li/

KK: /ˈpæltrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is small, insignificant, or of little value.

Example: The project was funded paltrily, leaving many aspects underdeveloped.

paltriness

IPA: /ˈpɔːltri.nəs/

KK: /ˈpɔltrɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being small, insignificant, or of little value.

Example: The paltriness of the donation surprised everyone at the charity event.

paltry

IPA: /ˈpɔltri/

KK: /ˈpɔltri/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very small or insignificant in amount, value, or importance.

Example: The donation was paltry compared to the needs of the charity.

paludism

IPA: /pəˈluːdɪzəm/

KK: /pəˈluːdɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes, leading to symptoms like fever, chills, and flu-like illness.

Example: Paludism is a serious health issue in many tropical regions.

palynologist

IPA: /pəˈlɪnəˌlɒdʒɪst/

KK: /pəˈlɪnəˌlɒdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies pollen and spores, often to understand past climates and environments.

Example: The palynologist collected samples from the lake to analyze the ancient plant life.

palynology

IPA: /pəˈlɪnəˌlɒdʒi/

KK: /pəˈlɪnəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The scientific study of tiny particles like pollen and spores, which are important for understanding plants and their reproduction.

Example: Palynology helps scientists learn about ancient climates by studying pollen found in sediment.

pamper

IPA: /ˈpæmpər/

KK: /ˈpæmpər/

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone with a lot of care and attention, often by giving them special things or making them very comfortable.

Example: She likes to pamper herself with a spa day every month.

pamphlet

IPA: //ˈpæm.flɪt//

KK: /ˈpæmflɪt/

noun

Definition: A small booklet or printed paper that provides information about a specific topic, often used for advertising or education.

Example: The organization distributed a pamphlet to inform the public about the upcoming event.

pamphleteer

IPA: //ˈpæm.flɪ.tɪr//

KK: /ˈpæmflɪˌtɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To write and distribute small booklets or leaflets that provide information or promote a cause.

Example: He decided to pamphleteer about the importance of recycling in his community.

noun

Definition: A person who writes and distributes pamphlets, often to promote a specific cause or opinion.

Example: The pamphleteer handed out flyers to raise awareness about environmental issues.

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