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Exam: IELTS

boldface

IPA: //ˈboʊldfeɪs//

KK: /boʊldfeɪs/

adjective

Definition: Printed in a thick and heavy style that makes the text stand out.

Example: The title of the book was written in boldface to grab attention.

noun

Definition: A style of printing where the letters are darker and thicker than normal, making them stand out more on the page.

Example: The title of the book was printed in boldface to grab the reader's attention.

transitive verb

Definition: To print or display text in a thicker, darker font style to make it stand out.

Example: Please boldface the important points in your report so they are easy to find.

boldly

IPA: /ˈboʊldli/

KK: /boʊldli/

adverb

Definition: In a confident and courageous way, without fear of the consequences.

Example: She boldly expressed her opinion during the meeting.

boldness

IPA: /ˈboʊldnəs/

KK: /boʊldnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being brave and confident, often in a way that is noticeable or striking.

Example: Her boldness in speaking out against injustice inspired many others to do the same.

bolshevism

IPA: /ˈbɒlʃəˌvɪzəm/

KK: /ˈbɔlʃəˌvɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A political ideology that supports the ideas and practices of the Bolsheviks, which include the belief in the need for a violent revolution to overthrow capitalism and establish a socialist state.

Example: Bolshevism played a significant role in the Russian Revolution of 1917.

bolster

IPA: /ˈboʊlstər/

KK: /ˈboʊlstər/

noun

Definition: A long, narrow pillow or cushion used for support, often placed under other pillows or used in furniture.

Example: She placed a bolster behind her back for extra comfort while sitting on the couch.

transitive verb

Definition: To support or strengthen something, often by providing additional help or resources.

Example: The new evidence will bolster her argument in the debate.

bolus

IPA: /ˈboʊləs/

KK: /ˈboʊləs/

noun

Definition: A rounded mass of a substance, often used in medicine to refer to a dose of medication given at once, or a soft mass of chewed food in the digestive system.

Example: The doctor administered a bolus of medication to quickly relieve the patient's pain.

bomb

IPA: /bɑm/

KK: /bɑm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fail completely or to be unsuccessful, often used in informal contexts.

Example: The movie bombed at the box office, receiving terrible reviews.

noun

Definition: An explosive device that can cause destruction or damage when detonated.

Example: The military used a bomb to destroy the enemy's bunker.

transitive verb

Definition: To attack or destroy something using explosive devices.

Example: The military plans to bomb the enemy's base during the night.

bombard

IPA: //bəmˈbɑrd//

KK: /bɑmˈbɑrd/

noun

Definition: A type of early cannon that was used to shoot large stones or projectiles, typically in warfare.

Example: The castle was defended by a powerful bombard that could launch heavy stones at the enemy.

transitive verb

Definition: To attack someone or something repeatedly or persistently, often with requests or projectiles.

Example: The army decided to bombard the enemy's position to weaken their defenses.

bombardment

IPA: /bəmˈbɑrdmənt/

KK: /bɑmˈbɑrdmənt/

noun

Definition: A heavy attack or continuous firing of artillery or bombs, often directed at a specific target such as a city or military position.

Example: The city suffered extensive damage due to the relentless bombardment during the war.

bombastic

IPA: /bɒmˈbæstɪk/

KK: /bɑmˈbæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Using impressive or fancy words that sound important but don't really mean much.

Example: The politician's bombastic speech was full of grand promises but lacked real substance.

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