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Exam: IELTS

wardship

IPA: /ˈwɔːrdʃɪp/

KK: /ˈwɔrdˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The condition of being under the care and protection of a guardian, especially for a child or someone unable to care for themselves.

Example: After the parents passed away, the child was placed under the wardship of a close relative.

warfare

IPA: /ˈwɔːr.fɛr/

KK: /ˈwɔrˌfɛr/

noun

Definition: The act of engaging in conflict or war, often involving military operations against an enemy.

Example: The two countries have been in a state of constant warfare for years.

warier

IPA: /ˈwɛəriər/

KK: /ˈwɛəriər/

adjective

Definition: More cautious or careful than usual, especially in avoiding danger or risk.

Example: After hearing the news, she became warier about trusting strangers.

wariest

IPA: /ˈwɛəriəst/

KK: /ˈwɛrɪst/

adjective

Definition: Most cautious or careful about potential dangers or problems.

Example: She was the wariest of all the hikers, always checking her surroundings for any signs of danger.

warily

IPA: /ˈwɛrɪli/

KK: /ˈwɛrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows caution or carefulness, often because of a fear of danger or problems.

Example: She approached the dog warily, unsure of how it would react.

wariness

IPA: /ˈwɛərɪnəs/

KK: /ˈwɛrɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being cautious and careful to avoid danger or problems.

Example: Her wariness about the new project helped her identify potential issues early on.

warlike

IPA: /ˈwɜːrlaɪk/

KK: /ˈwɜrˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to be aggressive or ready to engage in conflict; related to war or fighting.

Example: The warlike tribes prepared for battle against their enemies.

warlordism

IPA: /ˈwɔːrlɔːrdɪzəm/

KK: /ˈwɔrˌlɔrdɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The actions and practices associated with leaders who control military forces and territories, often outside of formal government authority.

Example: In regions affected by warlordism, local populations often face violence and instability.

warm

IPA: //wɔːrm//

KK: /wɔrm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To increase in temperature or to become more friendly or enthusiastic.

Example: The audience began to warm to her speech as she shared her personal story.

noun

Definition: A comfortable or pleasant temperature that is not too hot or too cold.

Example: The sun created a warm atmosphere in the garden.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something warmer or to increase its temperature.

Example: She warmed the soup before serving it to her guests.

warmed

IPA: /wɔrmd/

KK: /wɔrmd/

adjective

Definition: Having a higher temperature or feeling of warmth.

Example: The warmed soup was perfect for a cold day.

verb

Definition: To make something warmer or to become warmer.

Example: She warmed the soup on the stove before serving it.

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