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Exam: SAT (English)

except

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpt/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpt/

conjunction

Definition: Used to indicate that something is not included or is an exception to what has been mentioned.

Example: I would go to the party, except I have to work that night.

preposition

Definition: Used to indicate that something is not included or is different from what has been mentioned.

Example: Everyone except John was invited to the party.

transitive verb

Definition: To leave something out or not include it in a group or list.

Example: Everyone was invited to the party except John.

excepting

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛptɪŋ/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛptɪŋ/

conjunction

Definition: Not including; other than.

Example: Everyone was invited to the party, excepting John who had other plans.

preposition

Definition: Used to indicate that something is not included in a statement or situation.

Example: Everyone was invited to the party, excepting John who had other plans.

exceptional

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənl/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Unusually good or outstanding; better than what is normal or average.

Example: Her exceptional talent in music earned her a scholarship.

exceptionally

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəli/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unusual or remarkable, to a degree that is better than what is normal.

Example: She performed exceptionally well in the competition, impressing everyone with her skills.

excerpt

IPA: /ˈɛk.sɜːpt/

KK: /ˈɛkˌsɜrpt/

noun

Definition: A part or section taken from a larger piece of writing, music, or film.

Example: The teacher asked us to read an excerpt from the novel for homework.

transitive verb

Definition: To take a part or passage from a larger piece of writing or work.

Example: The teacher asked us to excerpt a paragraph from the book for our assignment.

excessively

IPA: /ɪkˈsɛsɪvli/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is more than what is necessary or reasonable.

Example: She was excessively worried about the small details of the project.

exclaim

IPA: /ɪkˈskleɪm/

KK: /ɪkˈskleɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To shout or speak suddenly and with strong emotion, often because of surprise or excitement.

Example: She exclaimed in joy when she saw her friend after a long time.

transitive verb

Definition: To say something suddenly and with strong emotion, often because of surprise or excitement.

Example: She exclaimed in joy when she saw her birthday cake.

exclamation

IPA: /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˈskleɪməˌʃən/

noun

Definition: A sudden and strong expression of emotion or feeling, often marked by a loud voice or special punctuation.

Example: She let out an exclamation of surprise when she saw the gift.

exclamatory

IPA: /ɪkˈsklæməˌtɔri/

KK: /ɪkˈsklæməˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or expressing strong emotion or excitement, often used in sentences that show surprise or enthusiasm.

Example: The teacher used an exclamatory tone to express her excitement about the field trip.

existentialism

IPA: /ˌɛɡzɪˈstɛnʃəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪɡˌzɪsˈtɛnʃəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A philosophical movement that focuses on individual existence, freedom, and choice, often exploring the challenges of living in a world without clear meaning or guidance.

Example: Existentialism encourages people to find their own meaning in life despite the uncertainties they face.

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