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Exam: IELTS

adoration

IPA: /ˌæd.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ˌæd.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of love and respect for someone or something, often shown through worship or deep admiration.

Example: Her adoration for her favorite author was evident in her extensive collection of their books.

adore

IPA: /əˈdɔːr/

KK: /əˈdɔr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To have a deep love or admiration for someone or something.

Example: Many people adore their pets and treat them like family.

transitive verb

Definition: To have a strong love or admiration for someone or something.

Example: She adores her little puppy and takes care of it every day.

adoring

IPA: /əˈdɔːrɪŋ/

KK: /əˈdɔrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Showing great love and admiration for someone or something.

Example: She had an adoring look in her eyes as she watched her child perform.

verb

Definition: To have a deep love or admiration for someone or something.

Example: She was adoring her new puppy, showering it with affection.

adoringly

IPA: /əˈdɔːrɪŋli/

KK: /əˈdɔrɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows great love and admiration.

Example: She looked at her puppy adoringly, filled with love and affection.

adorn

IPA: /əˈdɔrn/

KK: /əˈdɔrn/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more attractive by adding decorations or ornaments.

Example: She decided to adorn her dress with beautiful beads and sequins.

adornment

IPA: /əˈdɔːrnmənt/

KK: /əˈdɔrnmənt/

noun

Definition: An object or decoration that makes something more beautiful or attractive.

Example: She wore a beautiful necklace as an adornment for her dress.

adrenal

IPA: /əˈdrɛnəl/

KK: /əˈdrɛnəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones important for various bodily functions.

Example: The adrenal hormones play a crucial role in regulating metabolism and stress response.

noun

Definition: A small gland located on top of each kidney that produces hormones, including adrenaline, which help the body respond to stress.

Example: The adrenal glands play a crucial role in regulating metabolism and stress response.

adrenalectomy

IPA: /əˌdrɛnəˈlɛktəmi/

KK: /əˌdrɛnəˈlɛktəmi/

noun

Definition: This is a medical procedure where one or both adrenal glands, which are small glands located on top of the kidneys, are surgically removed.

Example: The doctor recommended an adrenalectomy to treat the patient's adrenal tumor.

adrenaline

IPA: /əˈdrɛnəˌliːn/

KK: /əˈdrɛnəˌlin/

noun

Definition: A substance produced by the body that helps to prepare for stressful situations by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and energy levels.

Example: When she heard the loud noise, her body released adrenaline, making her heart race.

adrenergic

IPA: /ˌædrəˈnɜːrdʒɪk/

KK: /ˌædrəˈnɜrʤɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances or actions that are activated by or similar to epinephrine, which is a hormone that affects the body's response to stress.

Example: The adrenergic receptors play a crucial role in the body's response to stress.

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