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poisonously

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzənəsli/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzənəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is harmful or deadly, often due to the presence of poison.

Example: The snake struck poisonously, leaving its victim in great danger.

polarimetry

IPA: /pəˈlɛrɪˌmɛtri/

KK: /pəˈlɛrɪˌmɛtri/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring the polarization of light or other electromagnetic waves using a special instrument called a polarimeter.

Example: Scientists use polarimetry to study the properties of light in various materials.

polarise

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪz/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪz/

verb

Definition: To cause people or things to be divided into two opposing groups or opinions.

Example: The controversial issue began to polarise the community into two distinct factions.

polarised

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪzd/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or group that is divided into two or more opposing sides or extremes.

Example: The debate on climate change has become increasingly polarised, with strong opinions on both sides.

verb

Definition: To cause something to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or opinions.

Example: The debate on climate change has polarised the community into two opposing sides.

polarity

IPA: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/

KK: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or condition of having two opposite or contrasting aspects, often related to physical properties or ideas.

Example: The polarity of the magnet determines which way it will attract other objects.

polarization

IPA: /ˌpoʊləraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act or process of dividing into two opposing groups or positions, often leading to conflict or contrast.

Example: The polarization of opinions on the issue made it difficult to reach a consensus.

polarize

IPA: /ˈpoʊləˌraɪz/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become divided into two opposing groups or opinions.

Example: The debate on climate change tends to polarize public opinion.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to divide into two opposing groups or to have two very different opinions or positions.

Example: The debate on climate change tends to polarize public opinion.

polarized

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪzd/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or group that is divided into two or more opposing sides or extremes.

Example: The debate on climate change has become increasingly polarized, with strong opinions on both sides.

verb

Definition: To cause something to have distinct and opposite positions or opinions.

Example: The debate polarized the community, dividing people into two opposing groups.

polarizing

IPA: /ˈpoʊləraɪzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing division or strong disagreement among people or groups.

Example: The polarizing debate on climate change has led to heated arguments.

verb

Definition: To cause a division of opinions or feelings, often leading to strong disagreement or conflict.

Example: The controversial topic was polarizing, making it hard for people to agree.

polarography

IPA: //ˌpoʊləˈrɒɡrəfi//

KK: /ˌpoʊlərˈɒgrəfi/

noun

Definition: A technique used in chemistry to analyze substances by measuring the current that flows through a solution as the voltage is changed.

Example: Scientists often use polarography to determine the concentration of different ions in a solution.

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