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Exam: IELTS

according

IPA: /əˈkɔrdɪŋ/

KK: /əˈkɔrdɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: In a way that shows agreement or harmony with something.

Example: Not available

adverb

Definition: In a way that is based on or follows something else, often used to show that something is done in agreement with a particular fact or situation.

Example: According to the report, sales have increased this quarter.

verb

Definition: To be in agreement or harmony with something; to act in a way that is consistent with a particular standard or principle.

Example: According to the report, sales have increased this quarter.

accordingly

IPA: /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/

KK: /əˈkɔrdɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is appropriate or suitable based on the situation or information given.

Example: She studied hard for the exam, and accordingly, she passed with flying colors.

accost

IPA: /əˈkɔst/

KK: /əˈkɔst/

transitive verb

Definition: To approach someone in a bold or aggressive way and speak to them, often to make a demand or request.

Example: The journalist decided to accost the politician for a comment on the scandal.

accosting

IPA: /əˈkɔstɪŋ/

KK: /əˈkɔstɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The action of approaching someone in a bold or aggressive way, often to speak to them or demand something.

Example: The accosting of the celebrity by fans can sometimes be overwhelming.

verb

Definition: To approach someone boldly or aggressively, often to speak to them or ask them something.

Example: The journalist was accosting the politician with questions about the scandal.

accouchement

IPA: //əˈkuːʃmənt//

KK: /əˈkuːʃmənt/

noun

Definition: The process or act of giving birth to a baby.

Example: The hospital prepared for the accouchement of several expectant mothers.

accoucheur

IPA: //əˈkuːʃər//

KK: /əˈkuːʃər/

noun

Definition: A man who helps women during childbirth, similar to a midwife or an obstetrician.

Example: The accoucheur was called to assist with the delivery.

accountability

IPA: /əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/

KK: /əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/

noun

Definition: The state of being responsible for something, where a person must explain their actions or decisions. It means being answerable for what you do and being willing to accept the consequences.

Example: The manager emphasized the importance of accountability in the workplace.

accountable

IPA: /əˈkaʊntəbl/

KK: /əˈkaʊntəbl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone who is responsible for their actions and must explain them to others. It means being answerable for what you do.

Example: As a manager, she is accountable for her team's performance.

accountableness

IPA: /əˈkaʊntəˌbəl.nəs/

KK: /əˈkaʊntəˌbəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being responsible for your actions and decisions, and being able to explain them to others.

Example: The manager emphasized the importance of accountableness in the workplace.

accountably

IPA: /əˈkaʊntəblɪ/

KK: /əˈkaʊntəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows responsibility for actions and decisions, often involving being answerable to others.

Example: The team must work accountably to ensure transparency in their actions.

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