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Exam: IELTS

destroyer

IPA: /dɪˈstrɔɪ.ər/

KK: /dɪˈstrɔɪər/

noun

Definition: A type of fast warship designed for combat, equipped with weapons like guns and missiles, or a person or thing that causes destruction.

Example: The navy deployed a destroyer to protect the fleet from enemy submarines.

destruct

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌkt/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break apart or be destroyed by itself, often in a sudden or violent way.

Example: The old building began to destruct after years of neglect.

noun

Definition: The act of intentionally causing something to be destroyed, often used in the context of vehicles or devices that are no longer safe or functional.

Example: The destruct of the faulty rocket was necessary to ensure safety.

transitive verb

Definition: To intentionally destroy something, especially after it has been launched, like a rocket or missile.

Example: The engineers had to destruct the rocket to prevent it from causing damage.

destructibility

IPA: /dɪˌstrʌk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /dɪˌstrʌk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being able to be destroyed or damaged.

Example: The destructibility of the building materials was a major concern for the engineers.

destructible

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌktəbl/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be broken or easily destroyed.

Example: The destructible toys should be kept away from small children.

destruction

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌkʃən/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌkʃən/

noun

Definition: The act or process of causing something to be completely ruined or eliminated.

Example: The hurricane caused widespread destruction in the coastal towns.

destructionist

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or promotes the idea of destroying something, often referring to social systems or institutions.

Example: The destructionist argued that the current system needed to be completely overhauled.

destructive

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Causing harm or damage to something, often leading to destruction or ruin.

Example: The hurricane had a destructive impact on the coastal towns.

destructively

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvli/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes damage or destruction.

Example: The storm destructively altered the landscape, leaving behind fallen trees and debris.

destructiveness

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvnəs/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of causing great damage or harm.

Example: The destructiveness of the storm left the town in ruins.

destructivity

IPA: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvɪti/

KK: /dɪˈstrʌktɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or ability to cause destruction or damage.

Example: The destructivity of the earthquake was evident in the widespread damage it caused.

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