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Exam: IELTS

chief

IPA: /tʃiːf/

KK: /tʃif/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that holds the highest position or is the most important in a group or organization.

Example: The chief engineer is responsible for overseeing the entire project.

adverb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

noun

Definition: A person who has the highest rank or authority in a group or organization; a leader or boss.

Example: The chief of the tribe made an important decision for the community.

chiefly

IPA: /ˈtʃiːfli/

KK: /ˈtʃifli/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'chiefly' is not an adjective; it is an adverb that means mainly or primarily.

Example: The project was chiefly funded by private donations.

adverb

Definition: This word is used to indicate that something is primarily or mostly true, or to emphasize the most important aspect of something.

Example: The project was chiefly focused on improving community health.

chieftaincy

IPA: /ˈtʃiːf.tən.si/

KK: /ˈtʃifˌteɪnsi/

noun

Definition: The position or area that is governed by a chief, including the authority and responsibilities associated with that role.

Example: The chieftaincy of the tribe has been passed down through generations.

chieftainship

IPA: /ˈtʃiːf.teɪn.ʃɪp/

KK: /ˈtʃifˌteɪnˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The position or role of a leader of a tribe or clan, often associated with authority and governance.

Example: The chieftainship of the tribe was passed down through generations.

childbearing

IPA: //ˈtʃaɪldˌbɛərɪŋ//

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldˌbɛrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of having children, including pregnancy and childbirth.

Example: The childbearing years are often considered to be from the late teens to early thirties.

noun

Definition: The process of having a baby or giving birth.

Example: Childbearing can be a challenging but rewarding experience for many families.

childcare

IPA: /ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛər/

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛr/

noun

Definition: The process of looking after and caring for young children, often while their parents are at work or busy.

Example: Many parents rely on childcare services to help them manage their busy schedules.

childish

IPA: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃ/

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a child; often used to describe behavior that is immature or lacking in seriousness.

Example: His childish behavior at the party annoyed the adults.

childishly

IPA: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃli/

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is typical of a child, often showing a lack of maturity or seriousness.

Example: He acted childishly when he didn't get his way.

childishness

IPA: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃnəs/

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being immature or behaving like a child.

Example: His childishness often got him into trouble with his friends.

childlike

IPA: /ˈtʃaɪldlaɪk/

KK: /ˈtʃaɪldˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities that are typical of a child, such as innocence and trustfulness.

Example: Her childlike wonder at the world made everyone smile.

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