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Exam: IELTS

upskill

IPA: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

verb

Definition: To learn new skills or improve existing ones, often to enhance job performance or adapt to changes in the workplace.

Example: Many employees choose to upskill to stay competitive in their careers.

upsoar

IPA: /ˈʌp.sɔːr/

KK: /ʌpˈsɔr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To rise or fly high into the air.

Example: The bird began to upsoar into the clear blue sky.

upstage

IPA: /ˈʌpˌsteɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsteɪdʒ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the back part of a stage in a theater, or describing someone who is haughty or aloof.

Example: The actor stood upstage, making it hard for the audience to see him clearly.

adverb

Definition: In a direction toward the back of a stage or away from the audience in a theater setting.

Example: The actor moved upstage to give his co-star more space to perform.

noun

Definition: The area at the back of a stage that is farthest from the audience.

Example: The actors moved upstage to create more space for the scene.

transitive verb

Definition: To draw attention away from someone else, especially in a performance, by positioning oneself in a way that makes the other person less noticeable.

Example: During the play, she tried to upstage her co-star by speaking louder and moving around more.

upstanding

IPA: /ʌpˈstændɪŋ/

KK: /ʌpˈstændɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is honest and has strong moral principles.

Example: The upstanding citizen always helps those in need.

upstart

IPA: /ˈʌpˌstɑːrt/

KK: /ˈʌpˌstɑrt/

adjective

Definition: Someone who has recently gained wealth or power and behaves arrogantly or presumptuously.

Example: The upstart businessman made bold claims about his company's future.

intransitive verb

Definition: To suddenly rise or emerge, often unexpectedly or with a sense of surprise.

Example: The new technology caused many companies to upstart in the market.

noun

Definition: A person who has suddenly become wealthy or important, often behaving arrogantly because of their new status.

Example: The upstart businessman surprised everyone with his bold ideas and confidence.

upsurge

IPA: /ˈʌpˌsɜrdʒ/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsɜrdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To increase suddenly and strongly, often in a rapid or powerful way.

Example: The number of visitors to the park saw an upsurge during the summer months.

noun

Definition: A quick and significant increase in something, often referring to levels or amounts.

Example: There was an upsurge in interest for the new technology after the conference.

upswing

IPA: /ˈʌpˌswɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʌpˌswɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A noticeable increase or improvement in something, such as business activity or a trend.

Example: The company experienced an upswing in sales after launching the new product.

uptake

IPA: /ˈʌp.teɪk/

KK: /ˈʌpˌteɪk/

noun

Definition: The process of taking in or absorbing something, especially by a living organism.

Example: The plant's uptake of water is essential for its growth.

uptightness

IPA: /ʌpˈtaɪt.nəs/

KK: /ʌpˈtaɪt.nəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being anxious, tense, or overly concerned about things.

Example: Her uptightness made it difficult for her to relax during the vacation.

upturn

IPA: /ˈʌpˌtɜrn/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtɜrn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To increase or improve, especially in terms of economic conditions or situations.

Example: The economy is expected to upturn after the recent reforms.

noun

Definition: A positive change or improvement, especially in economic conditions or business activity.

Example: The company reported an upturn in sales this quarter, indicating a recovery in the market.

transitive verb

Definition: To turn something so that the top side is facing upward or to change its position to be upside down.

Example: The gardener decided to upturn the soil to prepare it for planting.

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