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Exam: TOEFL

fulminating

IPA: //ˈfʌlmɪneɪtɪŋ//

KK: /ˈfʌlmɪneɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is sudden, severe, and often explosive in nature, or expressing strong criticism or threats.

Example: The fulminating storm caused widespread damage across the city.

verb

Definition: To express strong criticism or protest, often in a loud or angry way.

Example: The professor was fulminating against the new policy during the lecture.

fulsomely

IPA: /ˈfʊlsəmi/

KK: /ˈfʊlsəmlɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is excessive or overly flattering, often to the point of being insincere or untrustworthy.

Example: He praised her fulsomely, making it hard to believe his compliments were genuine.

fumarase

IPA: //fjuːˈmɛr.eɪz//

KK: /fjuˈmɛrˌeɪz/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps in a specific chemical reaction in the Krebs cycle, converting fumarate into malate by adding water.

Example: Fumarase plays a crucial role in cellular respiration by facilitating the conversion of fumarate to malate.

fumarolic

IPA: /fjuˈmɛrəlɪk/

KK: /fjuˈmɛrəlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a natural opening in the earth's crust that emits steam and gases, often found in volcanic areas.

Example: The fumarolic activity in the region indicates the presence of volcanic heat beneath the surface.

fumble

IPA: /ˈfʌm.bəl/

KK: /ˈfʌmbl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To handle something clumsily or drop it, often due to nervousness or uncertainty.

Example: He tends to fumble when he gets nervous during presentations.

noun

Definition: An instance of dropping or mishandling something, especially a ball in sports.

Example: The quarterback's fumble cost the team a chance to score.

transitive verb

Definition: To handle something clumsily or drop it, especially when trying to catch or hold it.

Example: He fumbled the ball during the game, allowing the other team to score.

fumbling

IPA: /ˈfʌmblɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfʌmblɪŋ/

noun

Definition: An act of handling something clumsily or awkwardly, often resulting in mistakes or confusion.

Example: His fumbling with the keys made him late to the meeting.

verb

Definition: To handle something clumsily or awkwardly, often resulting in dropping or mishandling it.

Example: He was fumbling with his keys as he tried to unlock the door.

fumblingly

IPA: /ˈfʌmblɪŋli/

KK: /ˈfʌmblɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows clumsiness or awkwardness, often when trying to do something carefully.

Example: He fumblingly tried to fix the broken toy, but only made it worse.

fume

IPA: /fjuːm/

KK: /fjum/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give off smoke or gas, often in a way that indicates anger or annoyance.

Example: He began to fume when he heard the unfair decision.

noun

Definition: A strong smell or vapor that can be irritating or harmful, often produced by burning or chemical reactions.

Example: The fume from the chemicals made it hard to breathe in the lab.

transitive verb

Definition: To release or emit smoke or gas, often in a way that is strong or unpleasant.

Example: The factory began to fume as the machines started up.

fumigant

IPA: /ˈfjuːmɪɡənt/

KK: /ˈfjuːmɪɡənt/

noun

Definition: A chemical substance that is used in gas form to kill pests or disinfect areas.

Example: The farmer used a fumigant to protect his crops from insects.

fumigate

IPA: /ˈfjuːmɪɡeɪt/

KK: /ˈfjuːmɪɡeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To use smoke or chemical fumes to kill pests or germs in a space.

Example: The pest control company will fumigate the house to eliminate the termites.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat an area with smoke or fumes to kill pests or to clean it.

Example: The pest control company will fumigate the house to eliminate the termites.

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