Exam: IELTS

Definition: A device or substance that helps to keep something steady or balanced, preventing it from moving too much or changing too quickly.

Example: The stabilizer on the airplane helped it fly smoothly through turbulent weather.

Definition: Not easily changed or likely to fall apart; steady and reliable.

Example: The bridge is stable enough to support heavy trucks.

Definition: To live in a building where horses are kept.

Example: The horses stable in the barn during the winter months.

Definition: A building where domestic animals, especially horses and cattle, are kept and fed.

Example: The horses were kept in a large stable near the farm.

Definition: To put or keep something in a building where horses are kept.

Example: The farmer decided to stable the horses for the night to protect them from the storm.

Definition: In a way that is steady and not likely to change or move.

Example: The bridge was built to hold stably under heavy traffic.

Definition: Describing a style of playing or singing where notes are played or sung in a short and detached manner, creating a sharp and distinct sound.

Example: The musician played the piece with a staccato style, making each note sound crisp and separate.

Definition: A style of playing or singing where each note is sharply separated from the others, creating a distinct and short sound.

Example: The musician played the piece with a staccato rhythm, making each note stand out.

Definition: The role or position held by a stadtholder, who is a governor or leader in certain regions, especially in the Netherlands historically.

Example: During the 17th century, the stadtholderate played a crucial role in the governance of the Dutch Republic.

Definition: Intended to represent a type or stereotype.

Example: The stage performance was a perfect representation of classic theater.

Definition: To be suitable for a performance or presentation, especially in a theater setting.

Example: The play will stage in the local theater next month.

Definition: A raised area or platform where performances or presentations take place, or a specific level in a process or development.

Example: The actors performed on the stage in front of a large audience.

Definition: To organize or arrange an event, performance, or situation, often for presentation or display.

Example: The director decided to stage the play in a large theater to reach more audience.

Definition: The skill and techniques used in theater to create performances, including lighting, set design, and sound.

Example: The students learned about stagecraft in their theater class, focusing on how to design sets and manage lighting.

Definition: Designed or arranged for performance in a theater or similar setting, often involving careful planning and preparation.

Example: The staged production of the play received rave reviews from the audience.

Definition: To arrange or present something in a particular way, often for a performance or event.

Example: The play was staged beautifully in the old theater.

Definition: Having a pattern that alternates or overlaps in a noticeable way.

Example: The stagger design of the tiles created a unique visual effect in the room.

Definition: To move in an unsteady way, as if about to fall, often because of being weak or drunk.

Example: After the long hike, he began to stagger down the hill.

Definition: A type of movement that is unsteady or swaying, often seen when someone is having trouble walking straight.

Example: The horse showed signs of stagger after falling ill.

Definition: To make someone unsteady or unable to walk straight, often because of a blow or strong emotion.

Example: The unexpected news staggered her, leaving her momentarily speechless.

Definition: Surprised or shocked; also describes something that is arranged in a way that is not even or regular.

Example: The staggered seating arrangement allowed everyone to see the stage better.

Definition: To move unsteadily or to lose balance while walking, often because of being tired or drunk.

Example: After the long hike, he staggered back to the campsite, feeling exhausted.