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Exam: IELTS

probing

IPA: /ˈproʊbɪŋ/

KK: /ˈproʊbɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that investigates or explores in depth.

Example: The probing questions helped uncover the truth behind the issue.

noun

Definition: The act of searching or examining something carefully to find out more information.

Example: The scientist's probing into the unknown led to many new discoveries.

verb

Definition: To explore or examine something thoroughly, often by asking questions or using instruments.

Example: The scientist is probing the depths of the ocean to discover new species.

probiotic

IPA: /ˌproʊˈbaɪ.ɒtɪk/

KK: /proʊˈbaɪɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a type of dietary supplement that includes live bacteria, which are believed to provide health benefits, especially for the digestive system.

Example: Many people take probiotic supplements to improve their gut health.

noun

Definition: A type of food or supplement that contains live bacteria, which are good for health and help improve digestion.

Example: Many people take a probiotic to support their gut health.

probity

IPA: /ˈproʊbɪti/

KK: /ˈproʊbɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of having strong moral principles and being honest.

Example: Her probity in business dealings earned her the respect of her colleagues.

problem

IPA: /ˈprɒbləm/

KK: /ˈprɑbləm/

adjective

Definition: A word used to describe something that is difficult to manage or causes trouble.

Example: The teacher had to handle a problem student in class.

noun

Definition: A situation or question that is difficult to deal with or solve.

Example: She faced a problem when her car broke down on the way to work.

problematic

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/

KK: /ˈprɑːbləmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that causes difficulties or is hard to deal with.

Example: The project faced several problematic issues that delayed its completion.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

problematical

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪkəl/

KK: /prɑːbləˈmætɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is uncertain or causes doubt; it can be unclear or questionable.

Example: The solution to the problem was considered problematical by many experts.

problematically

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪkli/

KK: /prɑːbləˈmætɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes problems or difficulties.

Example: The project was progressing problematically, leading to delays and confusion.

problematize

IPA: /ˈprɒbləmaɪz/

KK: /ˈprɒbləmaɪz/

verb

Definition: To view or treat something as a problem that needs to be addressed or solved.

Example: In her essay, she chose to problematize the issue of climate change and its impact on society.

proboscidean

IPA: /prəˈbɒsɪˌdiːən/

KK: /prəˈbɑsɪˌdiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of large mammals that includes elephants and their extinct relatives.

Example: The proboscidean species, such as the woolly mammoth, once roamed the Earth in large numbers.

noun

Definition: A large mammal that has a trunk, including elephants and their extinct relatives like mastodons.

Example: The proboscidean is known for its long trunk and large ears, which help it to survive in various environments.

procaine

IPA: //proʊˈkeɪn//

KK: /proʊˈkeɪn/

noun

Definition: A white powder used mainly as a local anesthetic in medical and dental procedures.

Example: The dentist used procaine to numb the area before starting the procedure.

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