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Exam: IELTS

devastatingly

IPA: /ˈdɛvəsteɪtɪŋli/

KK: /dɛvəˈsteɪtɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes great damage or destruction.

Example: The storm devastated the town, and the aftermath was devastatingly clear.

devastation

IPA: /ˌdɛvəˈsteɪʃən/

KK: /ˌdɛvəˈsteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of causing great destruction or damage to something, often leaving it in ruins.

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

devastator

IPA: /ˈdɛvəsteɪtə/

KK: /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that causes great destruction or damage.

Example: The hurricane was a true devastator, leaving the town in ruins.

develop

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləp/

KK: /dɪˈvɛl.əp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To grow or change gradually over time, often becoming more advanced or complex.

Example: The project will develop over the next few months as we gather more information.

transitive verb

Definition: To help something grow or improve over time, or to create something new from an idea or plan.

Example: The company plans to develop a new software application next year.

developable

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpəbl/

KK: /dɪˈvɛləpəbl/

adjective

Definition: Suitable for being developed, often in the context of land or projects that can be constructed upon.

Example: The city has many developable areas that are perfect for new housing projects.

developed

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpt/

KK: /dɪˈvɛl.əpt/

adjective

Definition: Having advanced industrial capabilities, technology, and a high standard of living.

Example: The developed countries have better healthcare and education systems.

developer

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpər/

KK: /dɪˈvɛləpər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that creates or improves software, applications, or real estate projects.

Example: The software developer worked late to finish the new app before the deadline.

developing

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Referring to countries or regions that are in the process of improving their industrial and economic capabilities.

Example: Many organizations provide aid to developing countries to help them grow economically.

development

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/

KK: /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/

noun

Definition: The process of growing, improving, or advancing something, often involving changes or new ideas.

Example: The development of new technologies has greatly improved communication.

developmental

IPA: /dɪˈvɛləpməntəl/

KK: /dɪˈvɛləpməntəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the process of growth or progress in a particular area, often related to skills, economy, or personal development.

Example: The developmental stages of a child are crucial for their future learning.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

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