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Exam: IELTS

wakefully

IPA: /ˈweɪkfəli/

KK: /ˈweɪkfəlɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows you are awake and alert, not sleeping.

Example: She listened wakefully to the sounds of the night.

wakefulness

IPA: /ˈweɪkfəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈweɪkfəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being awake and alert, not asleep.

Example: After a long night of studying, her wakefulness was starting to fade.

waken

IPA: /ˈweɪkən/

KK: /ˈweɪkən/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to stop sleeping and become awake.

Example: The loud noise wakened me from my deep sleep.

waking

IPA: /ˈweɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈweɪkɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the state of being awake and aware, especially during the hours when a person is not sleeping.

Example: She spent her waking hours studying for the exam.

walk

IPA: /wɔk/

KK: /wɔk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move by putting one foot in front of the other, usually at a slow pace.

Example: Every morning, I like to walk in the park to enjoy the fresh air.

noun

Definition: A path or area where people can walk, often used for exercise or leisure.

Example: We enjoyed a lovely walk in the park this afternoon.

transitive verb

Definition: To move on foot at a regular pace, or to guide someone or something to move in that way.

Example: She decided to walk her dog in the park every morning.

walking

IPA: /ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɔkɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or suitable for the act of moving on foot.

Example: She wore comfortable shoes for her walking trip in the mountains.

noun

Definition: The action or process of moving by putting one foot in front of the other.

Example: Walking is a great way to stay healthy and enjoy nature.

walkout

IPA: /ˈwɔːk.aʊt/

KK: /ˈwɔkˌaʊt/

noun

Definition: The act of leaving a meeting, workplace, or organization, usually to show disagreement or protest.

Example: The employees staged a walkout to demand better working conditions.

walkover

IPA: /ˈwɔːkˌoʊvər/

KK: /ˈwɔːkˌoʊvər/

noun

Definition: An event or contest that is very easy to win, often because there is little or no competition.

Example: The match was a complete walkover for the champion, as the opponent was not prepared.

wallet

IPA: /ˈwɒlɪt/

KK: /ˈwɑlɪt/

noun

Definition: A small, flat case used to hold money, cards, and other personal items, often made of leather.

Example: He took out his wallet to pay for the groceries.

wander

IPA: /ˈwɒndər/

KK: /ˈwɑndɚ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move around without a specific destination or purpose, often in a relaxed or aimless way.

Example: On weekends, I like to wander through the park and enjoy the scenery.

noun

Definition: The action of moving around without a fixed path or purpose, often in a relaxed or leisurely way.

Example: After lunch, we went for a wander in the park to enjoy the fresh air.

transitive verb

Definition: To move around without a fixed course or destination, often exploring different places.

Example: She loves to wander through the city, discovering new cafes and shops.

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