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Exam: IELTS

politicize

IPA: /pəˈlɪtɪˌzaɪz/

KK: /pəˈlɪtɪˌsaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take part in political discussions or activities.

Example: During the election season, many people tend to politicize everyday issues.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something political or to give it a political character or significance.

Example: The new law was seen as an attempt to politicize the education system.

politicized

IPA: /pəˈlɪtɪˌzaɪzd/

KK: /pəˈlɪtɪˌsaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been influenced by political factors or has political implications.

Example: The debate became highly politicized, with each side trying to gain political advantage.

verb

Definition: To make something political or to give it a political character or significance.

Example: The issue was politicized by the media, turning it into a topic of public debate.

politicking

IPA: /pəˈlɪtɪkɪŋ/

KK: /pəˈlɪtɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of participating in political activities or campaigns, often involving discussions, debates, or strategies to influence decisions.

Example: The politicking during the election season can be quite intense as candidates try to win over voters.

verb

Definition: The act of engaging in political activities or discussions, often with the aim of gaining an advantage or influence.

Example: The candidates spent the entire summer politicking to win the support of voters.

politics

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪtɪks/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪtɪks/

noun

Definition: The activities, actions, and ideas related to governing a country or group, including the way power is gained and used.

Example: Many people are interested in politics because it affects their daily lives.

polity

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪti/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪti/

noun

Definition: A structured society or organization, especially one with a specific form of government or political system.

Example: The new policies were designed to improve the functioning of the local polity.

poll

IPA: /pɒl/

KK: /pɔl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cast a vote in an election.

Example: Many citizens will poll in the upcoming election to express their opinions.

noun

Definition: A survey or vote to gather opinions or information from people.

Example: The poll showed that most people support the new law.

transitive verb

Definition: To ask people questions to gather their opinions or to count the votes in an election.

Example: The organization decided to poll the community about their views on the new park.

polled

IPA: /poʊld/

KK: /poʊld/

adjective

Definition: Describing an animal that does not have horns.

Example: The farmer raised a polled breed of cattle that were known for their gentle nature.

pollenosis

IPA: /ˈpɒl.ə.nəʊ.sɪs/

KK: /ˈpɒlənəʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition caused by an allergic reaction to pollen, often resulting in symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes.

Example: Many people suffer from pollenosis during the spring when pollen levels are high.

pollex

IPA: /ˈpɒlɛks/

KK: /ˈpɑːlɛks/

noun

Definition: The first digit of the hand, commonly known as the thumb, which is opposable and helps in grasping objects.

Example: He injured his pollex while playing basketball.

pollinate

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪneɪt/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪˌneɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To move pollen from one part of a flower to another, allowing it to produce seeds.

Example: Bees help to pollinate flowers, which is essential for fruit production.

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