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Exam: IELTS

rubricate

IPA: /ˈruːbrɪkeɪt/

KK: /ˈrubrɪˌkeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To organize or mark something with headings or rules, often in a formal way.

Example: The teacher decided to rubricate the assignment guidelines to make them clearer for the students.

rubrication

IPA: /ˌruːbrɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /rubrɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A style of writing in which certain parts of the text are highlighted or decorated, often in red, especially in old manuscripts.

Example: The ancient manuscript featured beautiful rubrication that made the important sections stand out.

rudderless

IPA: /ˈrʌdərləs/

KK: /ˈrʌdərləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that lacks direction or guidance, often used metaphorically to refer to a person or organization that is aimless or without a clear plan.

Example: After the leader resigned, the company felt rudderless and unsure of its future direction.

rude

IPA: /ruːd/

KK: /rud/

adjective

Definition: Not polite; showing a lack of respect or good manners.

Example: It was rude of him to interrupt her while she was speaking.

rudely

IPA: /ˈruːdli/

KK: /ˈrudli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect or politeness.

Example: He spoke rudely to the waiter, which made everyone uncomfortable.

rudeness

IPA: /ˈruːdnəs/

KK: /ˈrudnɪs/

noun

Definition: The quality or behavior of being disrespectful or impolite to others.

Example: His rudeness during the meeting surprised everyone.

ruder

IPA: /ˈruːdər/

KK: /rudər/

adjective

Definition: More impolite or offensive than someone or something else.

Example: He was ruder than his friends during the argument.

rudest

IPA: /ˈruːdɪst/

KK: /rudɪst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is very impolite or disrespectful, more than just rude.

Example: He was the rudest person at the party, making everyone uncomfortable.

rudimentariness

IPA: /ˌruːdɪˈmɛnəˌrɪnəs/

KK: /rudɪˈmɛnəˌrɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being basic or simple, often referring to something that is not fully developed or is in an early stage.

Example: The rudimentariness of the technology made it difficult to use effectively.

rudimentary

IPA: /ˌruːdəˈmɛn.tər.i/

KK: /rudɪˈmɛnˌtɛri/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is basic, simple, or not fully developed. It often refers to the early stages of something or to fundamental principles.

Example: The students learned rudimentary math skills before moving on to more advanced topics.

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