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Exam: IELTS

subjunction

IPA: /səbˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

KK: /səbˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: A thing that is added or joined to something else, often in a subordinate or secondary manner.

Example: In the sentence, the subjunction provided additional information about the main clause.

subjunctive

IPA: /səbˈdʒʌŋktɪv/

KK: /səbˈdʒʌŋk.tɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a verb form that expresses a wish, doubt, or hypothetical situation rather than a fact.

Example: In English, the subjunctive mood is often used in sentences that express a wish or a suggestion.

noun

Definition: A grammatical mood used to express wishes, hypotheticals, or conditions that are not real or certain.

Example: In English, the subjunctive is often used in sentences like 'If I were you, I would apologize.'

subkingdom

IPA: //sʌbˈkɪŋdəm//

KK: /sʌbˈkɪŋdəm/

noun

Definition: A group of related living things that is a major part of a kingdom in biological classification, positioned between a kingdom and a phylum.

Example: The animal kingdom is divided into several subkingdoms, each containing different types of organisms.

sublanguage

IPA: //ˈsʌbˌlæŋɡwɪdʒ//

KK: /sʌbˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A specific part or variation of a language that is used in a particular context or by a particular group.

Example: The technical terms used in programming form a sublanguage that is not easily understood by the general public.

sublethal

IPA: /sʌbˈliːθəl/

KK: /sʌbˈliːθəl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is not deadly but can still cause harm or adverse effects, often used in the context of doses or exposures that are less than lethal.

Example: The researchers tested sublethal doses of the chemical to observe its effects on the environment.

sublethally

IPA: /sʌbˈliːθəli/

KK: /sʌbˈliːθəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that does not cause death, but may still have harmful effects.

Example: The chemicals were applied sublethally to test their effects on the environment.

sublimate

IPA: //ˈsʌblɪmeɪt//

KK: /sʌb lɪ meɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change directly from a solid to a gas or from a gas to a solid without becoming a liquid.

Example: The ice will sublimate in the dry air, turning directly into vapor.

noun

Definition: A chemical substance that has been transformed from a solid to a gas and then back to a solid without becoming liquid.

Example: The scientist studied the sublimate formed during the experiment.

transitive verb

Definition: To change a solid or gas directly into another state without becoming a liquid, or to redirect an unacceptable impulse into a more acceptable activity.

Example: She decided to sublimate her frustration by channeling it into her artwork.

sublimation

IPA: /ˌsʌb.lɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /sʌb.lɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of changing from a solid directly into a gas without becoming liquid first.

Example: The sublimation of dry ice creates a fog-like effect in the air.

sublime

IPA: /səˈblaɪm/

KK: /səˈblaɪm/

adjective

Definition: Something that is extremely beautiful or awe-inspiring, often to the point of being overwhelming.

Example: The view from the mountain was simply sublime, leaving everyone speechless.

intransitive verb

Definition: To change from a solid state directly to a gas without becoming liquid first.

Example: The ice will sublime if left in a warm room for too long.

noun

Definition: A quality or state that is extremely good, beautiful, or awe-inspiring, often evoking admiration or wonder.

Example: The view from the mountain was truly a sublime experience.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something elevated, noble, or awe-inspiring in quality or character.

Example: The artist's work can sublime the ordinary into something extraordinary.

sublimely

IPA: /səˈblaɪmli/

KK: /səˈblaɪmli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extremely good, beautiful, or impressive.

Example: The orchestra played sublimely, leaving the audience in awe.

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