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Exam: IELTS

compassion

IPA: /kəmˈpæʃən/

KK: /kəmˈpæʃən/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of sympathy and concern for someone who is suffering, along with a desire to help them.

Example: She showed great compassion for the victims of the disaster.

compassionate

IPA: /kəmˈpæʃənət/

KK: /kəmˈpæʃənɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a kind and caring nature, especially towards those who are suffering or in need.

Example: She is known for her compassionate approach to helping others in difficult situations.

transitive verb

Definition: To feel or show sympathy and concern for someone who is suffering or in need.

Example: She is known for her compassionate nature, always helping those in distress.

compassionately

IPA: /kəmˈpæʃənətli/

KK: /kəmˈpæʃənətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows kindness and understanding towards others, especially those who are suffering or in need.

Example: She spoke compassionately to the children who had lost their homes.

compassionless

IPA: /kəmˈpæʃənləs/

KK: /kəmˈpæʃənləs/

adjective

Definition: Lacking feelings of sympathy or concern for others.

Example: His compassionless attitude made it difficult for him to connect with his colleagues.

compatibility

IPA: /kəmˌpætəˈbɪləti/

KK: /kəmˌpætəˈbɪləti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to work well together or exist in harmony without conflict.

Example: The compatibility of the new software with older systems was a major concern for the IT department.

compatible

IPA: /kəmˈpætəbl/

KK: /kəmˈpætəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to work or exist well with something else without problems or conflict.

Example: The new software is compatible with older versions of the operating system.

noun

Definition: A device or software that can work together with another device or software without problems.

Example: This printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems.

compatibleness

IPA: /kəmˈpætəblnəs/

KK: /kəmˈpætəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being able to exist or work together without conflict.

Example: The compatibleness of their ideas made collaboration easy.

compatibly

IPA: /kəmˈpætəblɪ/

KK: /kəmˈpætəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is suitable or able to exist together without conflict.

Example: The two software programs work compatibly, allowing users to share data easily.

compatriot

IPA: /kəmˈpeɪtriət/

KK: /kəmˈpeɪtriət/

noun

Definition: A person who is from the same country as another person, sharing citizenship or nationality.

Example: She felt a strong bond with her compatriots during the international conference.

compel

IPA: /kəmˈpɛl/

KK: /kəmˈpɛl/

transitive verb

Definition: To force someone to do something or to make something happen by using pressure or influence.

Example: The teacher had to compel the students to complete their assignments on time.

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