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Exam: IELTS

compiler

IPA: /kəmˈpaɪlər/

KK: /kəmˈpaɪlər/

noun

Definition: A program that changes code written in a high-level programming language into machine language so that a computer can understand and execute it.

Example: The developer used a compiler to turn the source code into an executable program.

complacence

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪsəns/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪsəns/

noun

Definition: A feeling of satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements, often leading to a lack of awareness of potential dangers or deficiencies.

Example: His complacence about the project made him overlook important details that needed attention.

complacency

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪ.sən.si/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪn.sɪ/

noun

Definition: A feeling of being satisfied with oneself or one's situation, often without realizing potential problems or dangers.

Example: His complacency about his job performance led to serious mistakes.

complacent

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪsənt/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪsənt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling satisfied with oneself and not worried about potential problems or dangers.

Example: After winning the championship, the team became complacent and stopped training hard.

complacently

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪsəntli/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪsəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows too much satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements, often without awareness of potential dangers or problems.

Example: She smiled complacently after receiving praise for her work, unaware of the challenges ahead.

complain

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪn/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To express unhappiness or dissatisfaction about something.

Example: She often complains about the noise in the city.

complainant

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪnənt/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪnənt/

noun

Definition: A person who makes a formal complaint, especially in a legal context.

Example: The complainant presented their case in front of the judge.

complainingly

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪnɪŋli/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪnɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.

Example: She spoke complainingly about the long wait at the restaurant.

complaint

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪnt/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪnt/

noun

Definition: A statement or expression of dissatisfaction or unhappiness about something.

Example: She filed a complaint about the poor service at the restaurant.

complaisantly

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪsəntli/

KK: /kəmˈpleɪsəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a willingness to please others or be agreeable.

Example: She complaisantly agreed to help her friend with the project.

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