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Exam: IELTS

delinquently

IPA: /dɪˈlɪŋkwəntli/

KK: /dɪˈlɪŋkwəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a tendency to commit crimes or behave badly, often referring to young people.

Example: The teenager acted delinquently, causing trouble in the neighborhood.

delirious

IPA: /dɪˈlɪr.i.əs/

KK: /dɪˈlɪrɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Experiencing extreme excitement or happiness, often to the point of being unable to think clearly.

Example: After winning the championship, the team was delirious with joy.

deliriously

IPA: /dɪˈlɪrɪəsli/

KK: /dɪˈlɪrɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a state of extreme excitement or happiness, often to the point of being irrational or confused.

Example: She was deliriously happy when she won the lottery.

deliriousness

IPA: /dɪˈlɪrɪəsnəs/

KK: /dɪˈlɪrɪəsnəs/

noun

Definition: A state of being confused and excited, often due to illness or extreme emotions.

Example: After the long fever, he experienced a sense of deliriousness that made him see things that weren't there.

delirium

IPA: /dɪˈlɪrɪəm/

KK: /dɪˈlɪrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A temporary condition where a person is confused and has trouble thinking clearly, often due to illness or intoxication. It can include symptoms like anxiety, hallucinations, and disordered speech.

Example: After the surgery, he experienced delirium and couldn't recognize his family.

deliverance

IPA: /dɪˈlɪvərəns/

KK: /dɪˈlɪvərəns/

noun

Definition: The act of being rescued or set free from a difficult situation or danger.

Example: The villagers celebrated their deliverance from the flood after the dam was repaired.

delocalize

IPA: /dɪˈloʊkəˌlaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈloʊkəˌlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To move something from its usual location or to make it not tied to a specific place.

Example: The company decided to delocalize its operations to reduce costs.

delta

IPA: /ˈdɛltə/

KK: /ˈdɛltə/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the fourth position in the structure of an organic molecule from a specific group or atom.

Example: In the study of organic chemistry, the delta position is crucial for understanding molecular behavior.

noun

Definition: A landform that is typically shaped like a triangle, formed by the accumulation of sediment at the mouth of a river where it meets a larger body of water.

Example: The delta of the river is a rich area for wildlife and plants.

deltaic

IPA: /ˈdɛltɪk/

KK: /dɛltɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the landform created at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, often characterized by sediment deposits.

Example: The deltaic region is rich in biodiversity and supports various wildlife.

deltoid

IPA: /ˈdɛl.tɔɪd/

KK: /ˈdɛl.tɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a triangular shape or the deltoid muscle in the shoulder.

Example: The deltoid muscle is important for lifting the arm.

noun

Definition: A large triangular muscle that is located on the outer part of the shoulder and helps to lift the arm away from the body.

Example: The deltoid muscle is important for lifting objects overhead.

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