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Exam: IELTS

constraint

IPA: /kənˈstreɪnt/

KK: /kənˈstreɪnt/

noun

Definition: A limitation or restriction that controls what someone can do or how something can happen.

Example: The project faced several constraints that affected its timeline and budget.

constrict

IPA: /kənˈstrɪkt/

KK: /kənˈstrɪkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become narrower or tighter.

Example: The snake began to constrict around its prey.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something smaller or tighter by squeezing or binding it.

Example: The snake constricts its prey before swallowing it whole.

constriction

IPA: /kənˈstrɪkʃən/

KK: /kənˈstrɪkʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of making something narrower or tighter, often causing a feeling of pressure or tightness.

Example: The constriction of the blood vessels can lead to increased blood pressure.

constrictive

IPA: /kənˈstrɪktɪv/

KK: /kənˈstrɪktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that tightens or makes something smaller, often causing pressure or restriction.

Example: The constrictive nature of the bandage helped to stop the bleeding.

construable

IPA: /kənˈstruːəbl/

KK: /kənˈstruːəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be understood or interpreted in a particular way.

Example: The law is construable in several different ways, leading to confusion.

construal

IPA: /kənˈstruːəl/

KK: /kənˈstruːəl/

noun

Definition: The process of interpreting or understanding something in a particular way.

Example: Her construal of the situation was different from his, leading to a misunderstanding.

construct

IPA: /kənˈstrʌkt/

KK: /kənˈstrʌkt/

noun

Definition: An idea or model created by combining different parts or concepts, often used in theory or discussion.

Example: The scientist presented a new construct to explain the behavior of particles.

transitive verb

Definition: To build or create something by putting parts together in a specific way.

Example: The engineers will construct a new bridge over the river.

constructional

IPA: /kənˈstrʌkʃənl/

KK: /kənˈstrʌkʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of building or making something, especially structures like buildings or roads.

Example: The constructional aspects of the project were carefully planned to ensure safety and efficiency.

constructionist

IPA: /kənˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

KK: /kənˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who interprets a legal text or document in a specific way, often focusing on the exact wording and original meaning.

Example: The constructionist argued that the Constitution should be understood based on its original text.

constructive

IPA: /kənˈstrʌktɪv/

KK: /kənˈstrʌktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Related to building or creating something, often used to describe feedback that is helpful and aimed at improvement.

Example: The teacher gave constructive feedback that helped the students improve their work.

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