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Exam: IELTS

deleteriously

IPA: /dɪˈliːtəˌrɪəsli/

KK: /dɪˈlɛtərɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes harm or damage.

Example: The chemicals were released into the water, deleteriously affecting the local wildlife.

deleteriousness

IPA: /ˌdɛlɪˈtɪəriəsnəs/

KK: /dɪˌliːtəˈriəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of causing harm or damage.

Example: The deleteriousness of pollution is a major concern for environmentalists.

deletion

IPA: /dɪˈliːʃən/

KK: /dɪˈliːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of removing something, especially a word or part of text, from a document or a genetic sequence.

Example: The deletion of unnecessary words improved the clarity of the report.

deliberate

IPA: /dɪˈlɪbərɪt/

KK: /dɪˈlɪbərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Done intentionally and with careful thought; not done by accident or in a hurry.

Example: She made a deliberate choice to change her career path.

intransitive verb

Definition: To think about something carefully and consider all options before making a decision.

Example: They need to deliberate before deciding on the best course of action.

transitive verb

Definition: To think about something carefully and in detail, often before making a decision.

Example: The committee will deliberate on the proposal before making a final decision.

deliberately

IPA: /dɪˈlɪbərətli/

KK: /dɪˈlɪbərətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is planned or intended, rather than done by chance.

Example: She deliberately chose to study late at night to avoid distractions.

deliberateness

IPA: /dɪˈlɪbərɪtnəs/

KK: /dɪˈlɪbərɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being intentional and careful in making decisions or actions.

Example: Her deliberateness in planning the event ensured that everything went smoothly.

deliberation

IPA: /dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of discussing and thinking carefully about something before making a decision.

Example: After much deliberation, the committee finally reached a conclusion.

deliberative

IPA: /dɪˈlɪbərətɪv/

KK: /dɪˈlɪbərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of carefully considering or discussing something before making a decision.

Example: The committee held a deliberative meeting to discuss the proposed changes to the policy.

deliberatively

IPA: /dɪˈlɪbərətɪvli/

KK: /dɪˈlɪbərətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is careful and considered, often involving thought and discussion before making a decision.

Example: She deliberatively weighed the pros and cons before making her choice.

delicacy

IPA: /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

KK: /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

noun

Definition: A quality of being delicate, which can refer to fine details, sensitivity, or a special type of food that is considered rare or luxurious.

Example: The chef prepared a delicacy that was enjoyed by all the guests at the banquet.

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