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Exam: IELTS

schizogony

IPA: //ˌskɪzəˈɡɒni//

KK: /skɪˈzɒɡəni/

noun

Definition: A process of reproduction where an organism divides into multiple parts, resulting in the formation of new individuals, commonly seen in certain parasites.

Example: The malaria parasite undergoes schizogony to rapidly increase its population within the host.

schizoid

IPA: /ˈskɪzɔɪd/

KK: /ˈskɪt͡sɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition or personality type that is marked by emotional detachment, social withdrawal, and difficulty in forming close relationships.

Example: He often felt like a schizoid individual, preferring solitude over social gatherings.

noun

Definition: A person who has a personality disorder characterized by a lack of interest in social relationships and a tendency to be emotionally detached.

Example: He was often described as a schizoid individual, preferring solitude over social interactions.

schizont

IPA: /ˈskɪzənt/

KK: /ˈskɪzənt/

noun

Definition: A type of cell in certain parasites that is formed during a specific stage of their life cycle, where the cell divides multiple times to produce new cells.

Example: The scientist observed the schizont under the microscope to study its development.

schizophrenia

IPA: /ˌskɪtsəˈfrɛnɪə/

KK: /skɪtsəˈfrɛnɪə/

noun

Definition: A serious mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, often causing them to lose touch with reality and experience delusions or hallucinations.

Example: People with schizophrenia may hear voices that are not there or believe things that are not true.

schizophrenic

IPA: //ˌskɪtsəˈfrɛnɪk//

KK: /skɪtsəˈfrɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality, often involving hallucinations or delusions.

Example: The film portrayed a schizophrenic character who struggled to distinguish between reality and imagination.

noun

Definition: A person who has a mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality, often including hallucinations and delusions.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him as a schizophrenic after observing his symptoms.

scholar

IPA: /ˈskɒlər/

KK: /ˈskɑːlər/

noun

Definition: A person who is very knowledgeable in a particular area of study or who is engaged in academic learning.

Example: The scholar published a groundbreaking research paper on ancient civilizations.

scholarly

IPA: /ˈskɒl.ə.li/

KK: /ˈskɑːlərli/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or typical of people who study or are involved in academic work.

Example: The professor published a scholarly article in a prestigious journal.

scholarship

IPA: /ˈskɒləʃɪp/

KK: /ˈskɑːlərˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: A type of financial support given to a student to help pay for their education, usually based on academic achievement or need.

Example: She received a scholarship to attend her dream university.

scholastic

IPA: /skəˈlæstɪk/

KK: /skəˈlæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to schools or education, often involving academic methods or principles.

Example: The scholastic approach to teaching emphasizes critical thinking and analysis.

noun

Definition: A person who is involved in academic study or education, often in a formal setting.

Example: The scholastic was known for his deep understanding of philosophy and theology.

scholastically

IPA: /skəˈlæstɪkli/

KK: /skəˈlæstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to education, schools, or academic learning.

Example: She performed scholastically well in her exams, earning top grades.

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