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Exam: IELTS

speedup

IPA: /ˈspiːdʌp/

KK: /ˈspidˌʌp/

noun

Definition: An increase in the rate or speed of something, often referring to work or production processes.

Example: The team implemented a speedup in their workflow to meet the project deadline.

speedy

IPA: /ˈspiːdi/

KK: /ˈspidɪ/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that happens quickly or is done in a short amount of time.

Example: The speedy delivery of the package impressed the customer.

speleological

IPA: /ˌspiːliəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /spɪˈliːəˌlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study or exploration of caves.

Example: The speleological research revealed many new species living in the cave.

speleologist

IPA: /ˌspiːliˈɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /spɪˈliːəˌlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies caves and the science related to them.

Example: The speleologist explored the deep cave to learn more about its formation.

speleology

IPA: /ˌspɛliˈɑlədʒi/

KK: /spɪˈliːəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study and exploration of caves, including their formation, structure, and ecosystems.

Example: He is passionate about speleology and often explores new caves during his vacations.

spell

IPA: /spɛl/

KK: /spɛl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take turns working or to rest from an activity for a while.

Example: After a long day of work, we decided to spell for a bit before continuing.

noun

Definition: A word or phrase that is believed to have magical power, often used in rituals or to create enchantments.

Example: The wizard cast a powerful spell to protect the village.

transitive verb

Definition: To write or say the letters of a word in the correct order.

Example: Can you spell your name for me?

spellbind

IPA: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪnd/

KK: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪnd/

transitive verb

Definition: To captivate or enchant someone completely, making them unable to look away or think of anything else.

Example: The magician's performance was so mesmerizing that it spellbound the entire audience.

spellbinder

IPA: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndər/

KK: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that captivates or fascinates others, often through speech or storytelling.

Example: The speaker was such a spellbinder that the audience listened in complete silence.

spellbinding

IPA: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndɪŋ/

KK: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is extremely interesting or captivating, making you unable to look away or stop paying attention.

Example: The magician's performance was so spellbinding that the audience sat in silence, completely mesmerized.

spellbindingly

IPA: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndɪŋli/

KK: /ˈspɛlˌbaɪndɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that captures and holds your attention completely, as if by magic.

Example: The magician performed spellbindingly, leaving the audience in awe.

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