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Exam: IELTS

preside

IPA: /prɪˈzaɪd/

KK: /prɪˈzaɪd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To hold a position of authority or control over a meeting or event, often leading or directing it.

Example: She was chosen to preside over the committee meeting.

presidency

IPA: /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

KK: /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

noun

Definition: The position or term of being the president, especially in a government or organization.

Example: During his presidency, many important laws were passed.

president

IPA: /ˈprɛzɪdənt/

KK: /ˈprɛzɪdənt/

noun

Definition: A person who is elected or appointed to lead a group, organization, or country, often holding the highest position in a government or company.

Example: The president gave a speech about the new policies.

presidential

IPA: /prɛˈzɪdɛnʃəl/

KK: /prɛˈzɪdɛnʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a president or the office of the president, especially in a political context.

Example: The presidential election will take place next month.

presidentially

IPA: /prɛˈzɪdɛnʃəli/

KK: /prɛˈzɪdɛnʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that relates to or is characteristic of a president or presidency.

Example: The committee acted presidentially during the negotiations, showing strong leadership.

presidentship

IPA: /ˈprɛzɪdəntʃɪp/

KK: /ˈprɛzɪdəntʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The position or role of being a president, including the responsibilities and authority that come with it.

Example: The presidentship of the country requires strong leadership and decision-making skills.

presider

IPA: /prɪˈzaɪdə/

KK: /prɪˈzaɪdər/

noun

Definition: A person who leads or oversees a meeting, ceremony, or gathering.

Example: The presider welcomed everyone to the conference and introduced the speakers.

presidial

IPA: /prɪˈzɪdiəl/

KK: /prɪˈzɪdiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a military garrison or the duties associated with it.

Example: The presidial forces were stationed at the border to ensure security.

presiding

IPA: /prɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/

KK: /prɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having the power or authority to lead or control a meeting or gathering.

Example: The presiding officer called the meeting to order.

verb

Definition: To be in a position of authority or control during a meeting or event, often making decisions or leading discussions.

Example: The judge is presiding over the court case today.

presidium

IPA: /prɪˈzɪdiəm/

KK: /prɪˈzɪdiəm/

noun

Definition: A group of people who are chosen to make decisions and manage a larger organization, often found in political or governmental contexts, especially in Communist countries.

Example: The presidium met to discuss the new policies for the upcoming year.

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