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Exam: IELTS

aetiology

IPA: /ˌiːtiˈɒlədʒi/

KK: /ˌiːtiˈɒlədʒi/

noun

Definition: Aetiology is the study of the causes or origins of diseases or medical conditions.

Example: The aetiology of the disease was studied extensively by the researchers.

afebrile

IPA: /əˈfiːbrəl/

KK: /əˈfebrəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes a state of being without a fever, meaning the body temperature is normal and there are no signs of illness related to fever.

Example: The patient was afebrile after receiving treatment.

affability

IPA: /ˌæf.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /æfəbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being friendly and easy to talk to.

Example: Her affability made her popular among her peers.

affable

IPA: /ˈæf.ə.bəl/

KK: /ˈæf.ə.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is easy to talk to and friendly, making others feel comfortable and welcome.

Example: Her affable nature made her popular among her peers.

affably

IPA: /ˈæf.ə.bli/

KK: /ˈæfəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a friendly and pleasant way, making it easy for others to talk or interact.

Example: She greeted everyone affably at the party.

affair

IPA: /əˈfɛə/

KK: /əˈfɛr/

noun

Definition: A situation or event that causes public interest or controversy, often involving personal relationships or social gatherings.

Example: Their affair lasted for several months before they decided to end it.

affaire

IPA: /əˈfɛr/

KK: /əˈfɛr/

noun

Definition: A secret or illegal romantic relationship between two people.

Example: Their affair lasted for several years before it was discovered.

affect

IPA: /əˈfɛkt/

KK: /əˈfɛkt/

noun

Definition: A feeling or emotion that can be seen through facial expressions or body language.

Example: The therapist noted the patient's flat affect during the session.

transitive verb

Definition: To have an influence on someone or something, often causing a change in feelings, thoughts, or conditions.

Example: The new policy will affect many employees in the company.

affectability

IPA: /əˌfɛk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /əˈfɛktəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being able to be influenced or changed by something.

Example: Her affectability made her sensitive to the emotions of others.

affectable

IPA: /əˈfɛktəbl/

KK: /əˈfɛktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being influenced or changed by something.

Example: The patient was in an affectable state, responding to the treatment.

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