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Exam: IELTS

persnicketiness

IPA: /pərsˈnɪkɪtɪnəs/

KK: /pərsˈnɪkɪtɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very particular about details, often to the point of being fussy or hard to please.

Example: Her persnicketiness about the arrangement of the table made it difficult to enjoy the meal.

persnickety

IPA: /pərˈsnɪkɪti/

KK: /pərˈsnɪkɪti/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is very particular about small details and often difficult to please.

Example: My persnickety friend always insists on having everything just right.

person

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsən/

KK: /ˈpɜrsən/

noun

Definition: A living human being; an individual who has their own identity and characteristics.

Example: Every person has the right to express their opinions freely.

persona

IPA: /pərˈsoʊ.nə/

KK: /pɚˈsoʊnə/

noun

Definition: A character or identity that someone presents to others, often in writing or performance, which may differ from their true self.

Example: In her novel, the author created a persona that was very different from her own personality.

personable

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsənəbl/

KK: /ˈpɜrsənəbl/

adjective

Definition: Having a pleasant and friendly personality that makes others feel comfortable and welcome.

Example: She is very personable and easily makes friends wherever she goes.

personableness

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsənəblnəs/

KK: /ˈpɜrsənəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to.

Example: Her personableness made her very popular among her peers.

personal

IPA: //ˈpɜːrsənl//

KK: /ˈpɜrsənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to an individual and their private life, feelings, or interests; not general or public.

Example: She shared a personal story about her childhood.

noun

Definition: A short notice or announcement in a newspaper or magazine that relates to personal matters or activities of individuals.

Example: She placed a personal in the local newspaper to announce her engagement.

personalise

IPA: //ˈpɜːrsənəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈpɜrnəˌsəɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something suitable for a particular individual by adding personal touches or modifications.

Example: She decided to personalise her phone case with her favorite photos.

personalised

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsənəlaɪzd/

KK: /ˈpɜrnəˌsəlaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Designed or made to meet the individual needs or preferences of a person.

Example: The company offers personalised gifts for every occasion.

verb

Definition: To make something suitable for a particular individual by adding personal touches or modifications.

Example: The company personalised the gifts for each employee to make them feel special.

personality

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈnæləti/

KK: /pɜrˈsɒnəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The unique set of traits and characteristics that make a person who they are, including their behavior, emotions, and social interactions.

Example: Her outgoing personality makes her very popular at parties.

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