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Exam: IELTS

paramountcy

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntsi/

noun

Definition: The state of being the most important or having the highest authority over others.

Example: In matters of safety, the paramountcy of regulations must be respected.

paramountly

IPA: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

KK: /ˈpærəˌmaʊntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is of the highest importance or significance.

Example: The safety of the children is paramountly important to the school.

paramyxovirus

IPA: /ˌpærəˈmaɪksoʊˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /pæˈræmɪksoʊˌvaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that has RNA and is known for causing diseases like measles and mumps. These viruses are larger and more varied than similar viruses called myxoviruses.

Example: The paramyxovirus is responsible for several serious illnesses in humans and animals.

paranoia

IPA: /ˌpærəˈnɔɪə/

KK: /pærəˈnɔɪə/

noun

Definition: A mental condition where a person feels extreme and unreasonable distrust or suspicion of others, often believing that they are being harmed or persecuted.

Example: His paranoia made it difficult for him to trust anyone around him.

paranoiac

IPA: /ˌpærəˈnɔɪ.æk/

KK: /ˌpærəˈnɔɪək/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who has an unreasonable fear or suspicion of others, often thinking that people are out to harm them.

Example: His paranoiac thoughts made it difficult for him to trust anyone around him.

noun

Definition: A person who has an unreasonable fear or suspicion of others, often believing that they are being persecuted or harmed.

Example: The paranoiac was convinced that everyone was plotting against him.

paranoid

IPA: /ˈpærəˌnɔɪd/

KK: /pærəˌnoɪd/

adjective

Definition: Showing an unreasonable fear or distrust of others, often believing that people are out to harm you.

Example: He became paranoid after hearing rumors about his coworkers.

noun

Definition: A person who has an irrational fear or suspicion of others, often believing that they are being persecuted or harmed.

Example: The paranoid often see threats where there are none.

paranormal

IPA: /ˌpærəˈnɔːr.məl/

KK: /ˌpærəˈnɔrml/

adjective

Definition: Relating to events or phenomena that cannot be explained by natural laws or scientific understanding.

Example: Many people believe in paranormal activities, such as ghosts and UFO sightings.

paraph

IPA: /ˈpærəf/

KK: /ˈpærəf/

noun

Definition: A decorative mark or flourish made after a signature to prevent forgery or to add style.

Example: He added a paraph to his signature to make it more unique.

paraphilia

IPA: /ˌpærəˈfɪliə/

KK: /pærəˈfɪliə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person has unusual sexual interests that are often considered socially unacceptable or extreme.

Example: His therapist explained that paraphilia can involve a range of atypical sexual behaviors.

paraphilic

IPA: /ˌpærəˈfɪlɪk/

KK: /pærəˈfɪlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where a person has unusual sexual interests or desires that are considered atypical.

Example: The therapist specialized in treating individuals with paraphilic tendencies.

noun

Definition: A person who has a strong sexual interest in unusual or atypical activities or objects.

Example: The paraphilic often seek out communities where they can express their interests safely.

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