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Exam: IELTS

spirometry

IPA: /spaɪˈrɒmətri/

KK: /spaɪˈrɑːmətri/

noun

Definition: A test that measures how much air a person can breathe in and out, using a special device called a spirometer.

Example: The doctor ordered a spirometry test to check my lung function.

spite

IPA: /spaɪt/

KK: /spaɪt/

noun

Definition: A feeling of wanting to hurt or annoy someone, often because of anger or resentment.

Example: She did it out of spite, hoping to make him feel bad.

transitive verb

Definition: To intentionally hurt or annoy someone, often out of anger or resentment.

Example: She decided to spite him by not inviting him to the party.

spiteful

IPA: /ˈspaɪt.fəl/

KK: /ˈspaɪtfl/

adjective

Definition: Showing a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone; mean-spirited.

Example: She made a spiteful comment that hurt his feelings.

spitefully

IPA: /ˈspaɪtfəli/

KK: /ˈspaɪtfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone.

Example: She spoke spitefully about her former friend after their argument.

spitefulness

IPA: /ˈspaɪt.fəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈspaɪt.fəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being mean or showing a desire to hurt someone out of anger or resentment.

Example: Her spitefulness made it difficult for her to maintain friendships.

splanchnic

IPA: /ˈsplæŋknɪk/

KK: /ˈsplæŋknɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the internal organs, especially those in the abdomen.

Example: The doctor explained how the splanchnic nerves affect the digestive system.

splendid

IPA: /ˈsplɛndɪd/

KK: /ˈsplɛndɪd/

adjective

Definition: Very impressive, beautiful, or excellent; something that stands out in a positive way.

Example: The sunset over the mountains was absolutely splendid.

splendidly

IPA: /ˈsplɛndɪdli/

KK: /ˈsplɛndɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is magnificent or very impressive.

Example: The event was splendidly organized, leaving everyone in awe.

splendidness

IPA: /ˈsplɛndɪdnəs/

KK: /splɛndɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being magnificent or very impressive.

Example: The splendidness of the sunset took everyone's breath away.

splendiferous

IPA: /ˌsplɛnˈdɪfərəs/

KK: /splɛnˈdɪfərəs/

adjective

Definition: Extremely impressive or magnificent in appearance or quality.

Example: The splendiferous decorations at the gala left everyone in awe.

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