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Exam: IELTS

characteristic

IPA: /ˌkærɪkˈtɛrɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌkɛrɪktəˈrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is typical or distinctive of a person or thing.

Example: Her kindness is a characteristic quality that everyone admires.

noun

Definition: A feature or quality that helps to identify or describe someone or something.

Example: Honesty is a characteristic that many people admire.

characterize

IPA: /ˈkærɪktəˌraɪz/

KK: /ˈkærɪktəˌraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To describe the special qualities or features of someone or something, making them different from others.

Example: The author characterizes the main character as brave and determined throughout the story.

charade

IPA: /ʃəˈreɪd/

KK: /ʃəˈreɪd/

noun

Definition: A game where players act out a word or phrase without speaking, while others try to guess what it is. It can also refer to a situation that is not genuine or is a pretense.

Example: During the party, we played charades and had a lot of fun guessing each other's actions.

charged

IPA: /tʃɑrdʒd/

KK: /tʃɑrdʒd/

adjective

Definition: Having strong feelings or emotions that can be easily felt or seen.

Example: The speech was charged with passion and enthusiasm, inspiring everyone in the audience.

verb

Definition: To have been given a responsibility or duty, or to have been accused of a crime.

Example: He was charged with theft after the investigation.

charger

IPA: /ˈtʃɑːrdʒər/

KK: /ˈtʃɑrdʒər/

noun

Definition: A device used to supply power to a battery or to recharge it.

Example: I need to find my phone charger before it runs out of battery.

charging

IPA: /ˈtʃɑːrdʒɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtʃɑrdʒɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of supplying power to a battery or device, or the act of moving into a defender in sports.

Example: The charging of my phone took less time than I expected.

verb

Definition: To move quickly towards someone or something, often in a forceful or aggressive way.

Example: The bull came charging at the fence, startling everyone nearby.

chariest

IPA: /ˈtʃɛəriəst/

KK: /ˈtʃɛr.i.ɪst/

adjective

Definition: Very cautious or careful about giving or sharing something, often used to describe someone who is reluctant to take risks or be open.

Example: She was the chariest of all her friends when it came to sharing personal information.

charily

IPA: /ˈtʃɛr.ɪ.li/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a careful or cautious way, often to avoid risk or danger.

Example: She approached the situation charily, making sure to consider all possible outcomes before acting.

chariness

IPA: /ˈtʃɛrɪnəs/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being cautious or careful about something; being wary or hesitant.

Example: Her chariness in making decisions helped her avoid many mistakes.

charism

IPA: /ˈkærɪzəm/

KK: /ˈkærɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A special ability or gift that allows someone to inspire or attract others, often seen as a divine or spiritual quality.

Example: Her charisma made her a natural leader, drawing people to her with ease.

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