Exam: IELTS

Definition: A person or thing that causes something to break down or disappear, especially in a chemical context.

Example: The chemist used a special dissolver to mix the substances together.

Definition: A situation where there is a lack of harmony or agreement, often resulting in conflict or tension.

Example: The dissonance between their opinions made it difficult to reach a consensus.

Definition: Describing sounds that are harsh, unpleasant, or not in harmony with each other.

Example: The dissonant chords created an unsettling atmosphere in the music.

Definition: In a way that is harsh or unpleasant to hear, often involving a lack of harmony or agreement.

Example: The music played dissonantly, creating an unsettling atmosphere in the room.

Definition: To convince someone not to do something by advising or persuading them against it.

Example: She tried to dissuade him from taking the dangerous route.

Definition: A person who advises someone not to do something or tries to convince them against a particular action.

Example: The dissuader warned her about the risks of investing in that company.

Definition: The act of convincing someone not to do something or to change their mind about a decision.

Example: His dissuasion from taking the risky job helped her make a better choice.

Definition: Having the effect of persuading someone not to do something; intended to discourage or prevent an action.

Example: The teacher gave a dissuasive speech to discourage students from cheating on exams.

Definition: In a way that tries to convince someone not to do something.

Example: She spoke dissuasively, hoping to change his mind about the risky plan.

Definition: A word that has two syllables.

Example: The word 'happy' is a disyllable because it has two syllables: hap-py.