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Exam: TOEFL

elemental

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəl/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of something; essential or primary.

Example: The elemental forces of nature can be both beautiful and destructive.

noun

Definition: A being or spirit associated with one of the four elements (earth, water, air, fire) in certain mystical or occult traditions.

Example: In the story, the wizard summoned an elemental to help him control the forces of nature.

elementally

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəli/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəli/

adverb

Definition: In a basic or fundamental way; relating to the essential nature of something.

Example: The concept was explained elementally, making it easy for everyone to understand.

elementarily

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛn.tə.rɪ.li/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛnˌtɛrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a simple or basic manner, often relating to fundamental principles or concepts.

Example: The teacher explained the concept elementarily so that all the students could understand it.

elementary

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛn.tə.ri/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈmɛnˌtɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the most basic or simple parts of something, often used in the context of education or fundamental concepts.

Example: The teacher explained the elementary concepts of math to the young students.

elephantiasis

IPA: /ˌɛlɪfənˈtaɪəsɪs/

KK: /ˌɛlɪfənˈtaɪəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by severe swelling and thickening of the skin and underlying tissues, often affecting the legs and genitals, usually caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system due to parasitic infection.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with elephantiasis after experiencing extreme swelling in his legs.

elevate

IPA: /ˈɛlɪˌveɪt/

KK: /ˈɛlɪˌveɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To raise something to a higher position or level, either physically or in terms of status or quality.

Example: The teacher aimed to elevate her students' understanding of the subject.

elevated

IPA: /ˈɛlɪˌveɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈɛlɪˌveɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Raised to a higher position or level; can refer to feelings, styles, amounts, or physical locations.

Example: The elevated train provided a great view of the city.

noun

Definition: A raised structure or system, often used for transportation, that is built above the ground level.

Example: The city plans to build an elevated to improve public transport.

elevation

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The height of a place or position above a certain level, especially above sea level.

Example: The elevation of the mountain is over 3,000 meters.

elevator

IPA: /ˈɛlɪˌveɪtə/

KK: /ˈɛləˌveɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to move people or goods up and down between different floors of a building.

Example: We took the elevator to the tenth floor of the hotel.

elicit

IPA: /ɪˈlɪsɪt/

KK: /ɪˈlɪsɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To bring out or draw forth something, such as a response or information, often through questioning or discussion.

Example: The teacher tried to elicit a response from the students during the discussion.

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