Exam: IELTS

Definition: Relating to a condition caused by a deficiency of vitamins in the diet.

Example: The avitaminotic symptoms in the patient indicated a serious lack of essential nutrients.

Definition: A unit of currency used in Macao, which is worth one hundredth of a pataca.

Example: I exchanged my dollars for avos to spend in Macao.

Definition: A job or activity that someone does in addition to their main job, often for enjoyment or personal interest.

Example: Her avocation as a painter brings her great joy outside of her regular job as a teacher.

Definition: Related to a hobby or secondary occupation that someone does in addition to their main job.

Example: She enjoys avocational activities like painting and hiking during her free time.

Definition: In a way that relates to a hobby or interest rather than a profession.

Example: She pursued her painting avocationally, enjoying it as a relaxing pastime.

Definition: To keep something from happening or to stay away from something.

Example: She tries to avoid junk food to stay healthy.

Definition: Something that can be avoided or prevented from happening.

Example: The accident was avoidable if the driver had been more careful.

Definition: In a way that can be avoided or prevented.

Example: The accident could have been avoided if proper safety measures were taken.

Definition: The act of staying away from something or not doing something.

Example: His avoidance of social situations made it hard for him to make friends.

Definition: To openly admit or declare something, especially a belief or feeling, without shame.

Example: She decided to avow her support for the new policy during the meeting.