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Exam: IELTS

pretexting

IPA: /ˈpriːtɛkstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpriːtɛkstɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of pretending to be someone else to get private information from people.

Example: The scammer used pretexting to trick the victim into giving away their bank details.

verb

Definition: To create a false reason or excuse for doing something, often to deceive someone.

Example: He was pretexting to gain access to confidential information.

pretraining

IPA: /ˈpriːˌtreɪnɪŋ/

KK: /priˈtrāniŋ/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to the process or phase that occurs before the main training begins, often used in contexts like machine learning or education.

Example: The model underwent pretraining to improve its performance on specific tasks.

pretreat

IPA: /ˈpriːtriːt/

KK: /priˈtrit/

transitive verb

Definition: To apply a treatment to something before it is used or processed further.

Example: Before painting, you should pretreat the wood to ensure better adhesion of the paint.

pretreatment

IPA: //ˈpriːtriːtmənt//

KK: /priˈtritmənt/

noun

Definition: A process or treatment that is done before another treatment or procedure.

Example: The water undergoes a pretreatment to remove impurities before it is purified.

pretrial

IPA: /ˈpriːtraɪəl/

KK: /priˈtraɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period or events that happen before a legal trial takes place.

Example: The lawyer prepared documents for the pretrial meeting with the judge.

noun

Definition: A meeting or process that happens before a formal trial, usually to settle legal issues or clarify facts.

Example: The judge scheduled a pretrial to discuss the evidence and arguments from both sides.

prettier

IPA: /ˈprɪtiər/

KK: /ˈprɪtiər/

adjective

Definition: More attractive or pleasing in appearance than something else.

Example: She wore a prettier dress than her sister.

prettiest

IPA: /ˈprɪtiɪst/

KK: /ˈprɪtiɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most attractive or pleasing in appearance among others.

Example: She wore the prettiest dress at the party.

prettify

IPA: /ˈprɛtɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈprɛtɪfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more attractive or beautiful, often in a way that is not very deep or meaningful.

Example: She decided to prettify her room with colorful decorations and flowers.

prettily

IPA: /ˈprɪt.ɪ.li/

KK: /ˈprɪt̬.ɪ.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is attractive or pleasing to the eye.

Example: The flowers were arranged prettily on the table.

pretty

IPA: /ˈprɪti/

KK: /ˈprɪti/

adjective

Definition: Pleasing or attractive in a delicate or graceful way; often used to describe something that is visually appealing.

Example: The garden was filled with pretty flowers in bloom.

adverb

Definition: To a fair degree or moderately; somewhat.

Example: She is pretty good at playing the piano.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is attractive or pleasing in appearance.

Example: She wore a pretty dress to the party.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something attractive or pleasing in appearance.

Example: She decided to pretty up her room with new decorations.

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