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Exam: IELTS

scruple

IPA: /ˈskruːpəl/

KK: /ˈskruːpəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To hesitate or feel uncertain about doing something because of moral or ethical considerations.

Example: She did not scruple to speak her mind, even when it was unpopular.

noun

Definition: A small amount or a feeling of doubt or hesitation about whether something is right or wrong.

Example: She had no scruples about lying to get what she wanted.

scrupulous

IPA: /ˈskruːpjələs/

KK: /ˈskruːpjələs/

adjective

Definition: Careful and thorough in doing things, especially to ensure that they are right and proper.

Example: She is scrupulous about following the rules and making sure everything is done correctly.

scrupulously

IPA: /ˈskruːpjələsli/

KK: /ˈskruːpjələsli/

adverb

Definition: In a careful way, paying close attention to details and being very careful about doing things right.

Example: She scrupulously checked every detail of the report before submitting it.

scrutineer

IPA: /ˈskruːtɪnɪr/

KK: /ˈskruːtɪnɪr/

noun

Definition: A person who carefully examines or inspects something, often related to counting votes or checking details.

Example: The scrutineer ensured that all votes were counted accurately during the election.

verb

Definition: To examine something carefully to ensure it meets certain standards or rules.

Example: The officials will scrutineer all the vehicles before the race starts.

scrutinise

IPA: /ˈskruːtɪnaɪz/

KK: /ˈskruːtənaɪz/

verb

Definition: To look at something very carefully in order to understand it or find any mistakes.

Example: The teacher will scrutinise the students' essays for errors.

scrutinize

IPA: /ˈskruːtənaɪz/

KK: /ˈskrutəˌnaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To look at something very carefully and in detail to understand it better or to find any mistakes.

Example: The detective had to scrutinize the evidence to solve the case.

scrutinizer

IPA: /ˈskruːtɪnaɪzər/

KK: /ˈskruːtənaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who examines something very carefully and in detail.

Example: The scrutinizer reviewed the report thoroughly before making any decisions.

scrutiny

IPA: /ˈskruːtəni/

KK: /ˈskruːtəni/

noun

Definition: A careful and detailed examination or observation of something.

Example: The proposal was subjected to intense scrutiny before approval.

scuffle

IPA: /ˈskʌfəl/

KK: /ˈskʌfəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in a brief and confused fight or struggle, often involving pushing or hitting.

Example: The children began to scuffle over the last piece of candy.

noun

Definition: A rough and disorderly fight or struggle that happens at close range, often involving pushing and pulling.

Example: The two players got into a scuffle during the game, causing a brief interruption.

sculpt

IPA: /skʌlpt/

KK: /skʌlpt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create three-dimensional art by shaping materials like stone, clay, or metal.

Example: She loves to sculpt in her free time, creating beautiful figures from clay.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or shape a three-dimensional object from a material like stone, clay, or metal, often with artistic skill.

Example: The artist decided to sculpt a statue from marble.

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