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Exam: IELTS

polemic

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪk/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strong argument or disagreement, often in a way that is very critical or confrontational.

Example: The author's polemic style made the debate more intense and engaging.

noun

Definition: A strong argument or disagreement that attacks or challenges a specific opinion or belief.

Example: The author's latest book is a polemic against the current political system.

polemical

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪkəl/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to strong arguments or controversial discussions, often in a way that is aggressive or confrontational.

Example: The author's polemical style made the book both engaging and contentious.

noun

Definition: A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something, often involving controversial or heated arguments.

Example: The author's latest book is a polemical work that challenges traditional views on politics.

polemically

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪkli/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is controversial or argumentative, often involving strong criticism or disagreement.

Example: The author wrote polemically, challenging the established views on the subject.

polemicist

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪsɪst/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪsɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who engages in strong, often controversial arguments or debates, especially in writing.

Example: The polemicist wrote a fierce article criticizing the government's policies.

polemicize

IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪˌzaɪz/

KK: /pəˈlɛmɪˌsaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in a strong argument or debate, often about controversial topics.

Example: The author tends to polemicize about political issues in his articles.

polemist

IPA: /ˈpɒləmɪst/

KK: /ˈpɒləmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who engages in controversial debates or arguments, often in a skilled or aggressive manner.

Example: The polemist presented his arguments with great passion during the debate.

police

IPA: /pəˈliːs/

KK: /pəˈlis/

noun

Definition: A group of people who are trained to enforce laws, keep the peace, and ensure safety in a community.

Example: The police arrived quickly to handle the situation.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or maintain order in a place, often by enforcing laws or rules, similar to the work done by law enforcement agencies.

Example: The officers were called to police the event and ensure everyone's safety.

policeman

IPA: //ˈpoʊlɪsˌmæn//

KK: /ˈpoʊlɪsˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who works for the police and is responsible for maintaining law and order.

Example: The policeman helped the lost child find his parents.

policewoman

IPA: /pəˈliːsˌwʊmən/

KK: /pəˈlisˌwʊmən/

noun

Definition: A woman who works as a member of the police, responsible for maintaining law and order.

Example: The policewoman helped the lost child find her parents.

policier

IPA: /pəˈliːsiːeɪ/

KK: /pəˈlisɪr/

noun

Definition: A type of film or story that focuses on police work, often involving crime and investigation.

Example: The new policier was thrilling and kept me on the edge of my seat.

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