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Exam: SAT (English)

elated

IPA: /ɪˈleɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪˈleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very happy and excited, often because of a success or good news.

Example: She was elated after receiving the job offer she had been hoping for.

elation

IPA: /ɪˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of happiness and excitement, often accompanied by pride.

Example: She felt a sense of elation after winning the award.

elect

IPA: /ɪˈlɛkt/

KK: /ɪˈlɛkt/

adjective

Definition: Chosen or selected for a specific purpose or role, often before officially taking on that role.

Example: The governor-elect will take office next month after the inauguration ceremony.

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a choice or selection, often in a formal way such as voting.

Example: In the election, citizens will elect their new leaders.

noun

Definition: A special group of people who are chosen or selected for a particular purpose, often with a sense of privilege or favor.

Example: The elect are often seen as having a unique responsibility in society.

transitive verb

Definition: To choose someone for a position or to make a decision about something, often by voting or preference.

Example: The committee will elect a new chairperson next week.

electability

IPA: /ɪˌlɛk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a candidate to win an election or be chosen by voters.

Example: The candidate's electability was a major factor in the party's decision to support him.

electable

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktəbl/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Suitable or likely to be chosen for a position, especially in politics.

Example: The party is looking for an electable candidate to run in the upcoming election.

election

IPA: /ɪˈlɛkʃən/

KK: /ɪˈlɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: A process in which people vote to choose someone for a position or to decide on an issue.

Example: The election will take place next month, and everyone is encouraged to vote.

electioneering

IPA: /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪərɪŋ/

KK: /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪrɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of actively promoting or campaigning for a political candidate or party during an election.

Example: The electioneering efforts of the volunteers helped the candidate gain more support in the community.

verb

Definition: To actively promote or campaign for a candidate or political party during an election.

Example: The volunteers spent the weekend electioneering for their favorite candidate.

elective

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktɪv/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a choice or selection, often allowing people to decide or vote on something. It can also refer to something that is optional rather than required.

Example: Students can choose an elective course to study in addition to their required classes.

noun

Definition: A course or subject that students can choose to take, rather than being required to take it.

Example: I decided to take an elective in photography this semester.

elenchus

IPA: /ɪˈlɛn.kəs/

KK: /ɪˈlɛn.kəs/

noun

Definition: A method of questioning used to refute an argument or to expose contradictions in someone's beliefs.

Example: The philosopher used elenchus to challenge the assumptions of his opponent.

elenctic

IPA: /ɪˈlɛŋktɪk/

KK: /ɪˈlɛŋktɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a method of argument that aims to refute or disprove a statement or idea.

Example: The elenctic approach in philosophy helps to challenge and clarify beliefs.

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