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Exam: IELTS

sublimest

IPA: //səˈblaɪmɛst//

KK: /səˈblaɪmɛst/

adjective

Definition: The highest or most extreme level of beauty, excellence, or greatness.

Example: The view from the mountain was the sublimest I had ever seen.

subliminal

IPA: /səˈblɪmɪnəl/

KK: /səˈblɪmɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that exists or operates below the level of conscious awareness, often used in the context of stimuli that can influence thoughts or behaviors without being consciously perceived.

Example: The advertisement used subliminal messages to try to influence the viewers' choices without them realizing it.

subliminally

IPA: /səˈblɪmɪnəli/

KK: /səˈblɪmɪnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not consciously perceived, often influencing thoughts or behavior without awareness.

Example: The advertisement was designed to appeal subliminally to the audience's desires.

sublingual

IPA: //sʌbˈlɪŋɡwəl//

KK: /sʌbˈlɪŋɡwəl/

adjective

Definition: Located under the tongue, often used to describe a method of administering medication that allows it to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sublingual tablet for faster relief of symptoms.

noun

Definition: A part located under the tongue, often referring to glands or ducts that are involved in the production of saliva or the absorption of substances.

Example: The sublingual gland plays an important role in saliva production.

subliteracy

IPA: //sʌbˈlɪtərəsi//

KK: /sʌbˈlɪtərəsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of having limited reading and writing skills, often not enough to function effectively in society.

Example: Many adults face challenges due to subliteracy, making it hard for them to find jobs.

subliterate

IPA: //sʌbˈlɪtəˌrɛt//

KK: /sʌbˈlɪtərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is unable to read or write, especially in a way that affects their understanding of literature or complex language.

Example: Many people in the community are subliterate, struggling to understand even basic written materials.

subluxation

IPA: //sʌb.lʌkˈseɪ.ʃən//

KK: /sʌbˌlʌkˈseɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition where a bone in a joint is partially dislocated, meaning it is not completely out of place but is not in its normal position either.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a subluxation in her shoulder after the injury.

submandibular

IPA: /ˌsʌb.mænˈdɪb.jʊ.lər/

KK: /sʌbˈmændɪbələr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the area beneath the lower jaw.

Example: The dentist examined the submandibular glands for any signs of swelling.

submarginal

IPA: //sʌbˈmɑːrdʒɪnəl//

KK: /sʌbˈmɑrdʒɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is located near the edge or border of a body or part, or something that has low productivity or is below a necessary minimum.

Example: The submarginal land was not suitable for farming due to its poor soil quality.

submaxillary

IPA: //sʌbˈmæksɪˌlɛri//

KK: /sʌbˈmæksɪˌlɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the area below the upper jaw, often used in medical contexts to describe certain glands or injuries.

Example: The doctor examined the submaxillary glands for any signs of infection.

noun

Definition: A part of the body, like a gland, that is located below the upper jawbone.

Example: The doctor examined the submaxillary gland for any signs of swelling.

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