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Exam: IELTS

smugness

IPA: //ˈsmʌɡ.nəs//

KK: /smʌɡnɪs/

noun

Definition: The quality of feeling very pleased with oneself, often in a way that shows a lack of concern for others.

Example: His smugness was evident when he bragged about his promotion in front of his colleagues.

snack

IPA: /snæk/

KK: /snæk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To eat a small amount of food between meals, often quickly or casually.

Example: I like to snack on fruits when I'm feeling hungry between meals.

noun

Definition: A small amount of food eaten between meals or as a light meal.

Example: I like to have a snack in the afternoon when I feel hungry.

snap

IPA: /snæp/

KK: /snæp/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very easy to do or requires little effort.

Example: The test was a snap, and I finished it in no time.

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a sudden, sharp sound or to break suddenly, often with a cracking noise.

Example: The branch snapped when I stepped on it.

noun

Definition: A quick, sharp sound or action, often made by something breaking or closing suddenly.

Example: She heard a snap as the branch broke under her weight.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a sharp sound or movement, often by quickly breaking or closing something.

Example: She snapped the lid shut on the container.

snappier

IPA: /ˈsnæpiər/

KK: /ˈsnæpiər/

adjective

Definition: More quick or lively in manner or style; sharper or more effective than something else.

Example: The new design is snappier and more appealing to customers.

snappish

IPA: /ˈsnæpɪʃ/

KK: /ˈsnæpɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Easily annoyed and quick to speak in a rude or sharp way.

Example: She responded with a snappish remark when I asked her a question.

snappishly

IPA: /ˈsnæpɪʃli/

KK: /ˈsnæpɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is quick and sharp, often showing irritation or impatience.

Example: She replied snappishly when I asked her to help me.

snappishness

IPA: /ˈsnæpɪʃnəs/

KK: /ˈsnæpɪʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being irritable or quick to respond in a sharp manner.

Example: Her snappishness made it difficult for her friends to approach her when she was upset.

snapshot

IPA: /ˈsnæpʃɒt/

KK: /ˈsnæpʃɑt/

noun

Definition: A quick photograph taken with a small camera, often capturing a moment or scene casually.

Example: She took a snapshot of her friends at the beach.

snarl

IPA: /snɑrl/

KK: /snɑrl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a low, angry sound while showing teeth, often used by animals, or to speak in a fierce or threatening way.

Example: The dog began to snarl when it saw the stranger approaching.

noun

Definition: A situation that is complicated or difficult to manage, often involving confusion or entanglement.

Example: The project turned into a real snarl when the team couldn't agree on the next steps.

transitive verb

Definition: To speak or make a sound in a way that shows anger or hostility, often in a low, harsh voice.

Example: The dog began to snarl when it felt threatened.

snatch

IPA: /snætʃ/

KK: /snæʧ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a quick or sudden movement to grab something.

Example: He snatched at the falling book before it hit the ground.

noun

Definition: A quick grab or grasp, often done suddenly; it can also refer to a small piece or fragment of something, like a bit of conversation.

Example: He took a snatch of the conversation as he walked by.

transitive verb

Definition: To quickly take something away from someone or something, often in a sudden or forceful manner.

Example: He tried to snatch the toy from the child's hands.

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