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Exam: IELTS

spiritlessness

IPA: /ˈspɪrɪt.ləs/

KK: /ˈspɪrɪtˌlɛs/

noun

Definition: The condition of lacking energy, enthusiasm, or spirit.

Example: After the long meeting, there was a sense of spiritlessness in the room.

spiritualistic

IPA: /ˌspɪrɪtʃuəˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌspɪrɪtʃuəˈlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the belief that spirits of the dead can communicate with the living, often associated with practices like mediumship.

Example: Many people are drawn to spiritualistic practices to connect with loved ones who have passed away.

spiritualize

IPA: //ˈspɪrɪtʃuəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To give a spiritual quality or meaning to something, making it more connected to the spirit or soul.

Example: The artist aimed to spiritualize his work, infusing it with deeper meaning and emotion.

spiritually

IPA: /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəli/

KK: /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the spirit or soul, rather than to physical or material things.

Example: She felt spiritually connected to nature during her meditation.

spirituous

IPA: //ˈspɪrɪtʃuəs//

KK: /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing alcohol that is produced through distillation.

Example: The spirituous beverages at the party included whiskey and rum.

spirochaete

IPA: //ˈspaɪrəˌkiːt//

KK: /spɪroʊˈkiːt/

noun

Definition: A type of bacteria that has a spiral shape and is known for causing diseases in humans and animals.

Example: The doctor explained that the infection was caused by a spirochaete.

spirochetal

IPA: /ˌspaɪrəˈkiːtəl/

KK: /spɪroʊˈkiːtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of bacteria that are long, spiral-shaped and can cause diseases in humans and animals.

Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with a spirochetal infection after reviewing the test results.

spirochete

IPA: /ˈspaɪrəˌkiːt/

KK: /ˈspaɪrəˌkit/

noun

Definition: A type of thin, spiral-shaped bacteria that can move and are often responsible for diseases like syphilis and Lyme disease.

Example: The doctor explained that a spirochete is responsible for causing certain infections.

spirochetosis

IPA: /ˌspaɪrəˈkiːtoʊsɪs/

KK: /spɪrəˈkiːtoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of disease caused by infection with spiral-shaped bacteria known as spirochetes, which can lead to various health issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with spirochetosis after reviewing her symptoms and medical history.

spirometer

IPA: /spaɪˈrɒmɪtə/

KK: /spaɪˈrɒmɪtə/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure how much air a person can breathe in and out, which helps assess lung function.

Example: The doctor used a spirometer to check my lung capacity during the examination.

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