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Exam: IELTS

careless

IPA: /ˈkɛr.ləs/

KK: /ˈkɛr lɪs/

adjective

Definition: Not paying enough attention to what you are doing, which can lead to mistakes or accidents.

Example: He made a careless mistake on the test that cost him points.

carelessly

IPA: /ˈkɛr.ləs.li/

KK: /ˈkɛr lɪs li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of attention or concern; done without careful thought.

Example: He carelessly dropped the fragile vase, and it shattered on the floor.

carelessness

IPA: /ˈkɛr.ləs.nəs/

KK: /ˈkɛr lɪs nəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being careless or not paying attention, which can lead to mistakes or accidents.

Example: His carelessness caused him to miss the important deadline.

carer

IPA: /ˈkɛrər/

KK: /ˈkɛrər/

noun

Definition: A person who takes care of someone else, often providing support and assistance, especially in a family or professional context.

Example: She works as a carer for elderly people in her community.

caressingly

IPA: /kəˈrɛsɪŋli/

KK: /kəˈrɛsɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is gentle and loving, often used to describe a soft touch or kind words.

Example: She spoke caressingly to the frightened child, comforting him with her words.

caret

IPA: /ˈkɛrɪt/

KK: /ˈkɛrɪt/

noun

Definition: A symbol used in writing to show where to add something in a text.

Example: The editor placed a caret in the document to indicate where the new sentence should go.

caretake

IPA: /ˈkɛrˌteɪk/

KK: /ˈkɛrˌteɪk/

verb

Definition: To look after someone or something, usually in a responsible way.

Example: She will caretaking the children while their parents are away.

caretaker

IPA: /ˈkɛrˌteɪkər/

KK: /ˈkɛrˌteɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person who is responsible for looking after someone or something, such as property, a person, or a position temporarily.

Example: The caretaker of the building ensures that everything is clean and well-maintained.

caretaking

IPA: /ˈkɛr.teɪ.kɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkɛrˌteɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of looking after someone or something, providing care and support.

Example: Her job involves caretaking for the elderly in the community.

careworn

IPA: /ˈkɛrˌwɔrn/

KK: /kɛrˈwɔrn/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who looks tired or worried because of stress or sadness.

Example: After weeks of sleepless nights, she had a careworn expression on her face.

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