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Exam: IELTS

dispute

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːt/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in a discussion or argument about something, often involving differing opinions.

Example: The two parties dispute over the terms of the contract.

noun

Definition: A disagreement or argument between people or groups, often involving conflicting opinions or claims.

Example: The two countries are in a dispute over the border.

transitive verb

Definition: To argue or disagree about something, often questioning its truth or validity.

Example: They decided to dispute the terms of the contract in court.

disputed

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːtɪd/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is argued about or not agreed upon; it is uncertain or controversial.

Example: The results of the election were disputed by several candidates.

verb

Definition: To argue or disagree about something, often in a formal way.

Example: The two countries disputed the ownership of the island.

disputer

IPA: /dɪsˈpjuːtə/

KK: /dɪsˈpjuːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who argues or disagrees about something, often in a formal way.

Example: The disputer presented strong evidence to support his claims during the debate.

disqualify

IPA: /dɪsˈkwɒlɪfaɪ/

KK: /dɪsˈkwɑːlɪfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To declare someone or something not qualified or not eligible for a position, competition, or privilege.

Example: The referee decided to disqualify the player for breaking the rules.

disquiet

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪt/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling uneasy or restless; a state of anxiety or worry.

Example: The disquiet in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the announcement.

noun

Definition: A feeling of worry or unease; a state of anxiety or restlessness.

Example: The disquiet in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the results.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel worried or uneasy.

Example: The news of the storm disquieted the residents of the coastal town.

disquieting

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing feelings of worry or unease.

Example: The news report was disquieting and made everyone feel anxious.

verb

Definition: To cause feelings of worry or unease in someone.

Example: The news of the storm was disquieting to the residents.

disquietingly

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋli/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes worry or unease.

Example: The news was disquietingly vague, leaving everyone uncertain about the future.

disquietly

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪtli/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes worry or unease.

Example: She looked at him disquietly, sensing that something was wrong.

disregard

IPA: /dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/

KK: /dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/

noun

Definition: A lack of attention or consideration for something or someone.

Example: His disregard for the rules led to serious consequences.

transitive verb

Definition: To ignore something or someone, not paying attention to them or treating them with respect.

Example: She chose to disregard the negative comments and focus on her goals.

disregarded

IPA: /dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/

KK: /dɪsˈrɪɡərd/

adjective

Definition: Not paid attention to or ignored; overlooked.

Example: The warnings about the storm were disregarded by many people.

verb

Definition: To ignore something or treat it as unimportant.

Example: She disregarded the warning signs and continued driving.

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