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Exam: TOEFL

appliance

IPA: /əˈplaɪəns/

KK: /əˈplaɪəns/

noun

Definition: A device or tool that is used for a specific purpose, especially in the home, like a refrigerator or washing machine.

Example: We bought a new appliance to help with cooking.

applicability

IPA: /ˌæplɪkəˈbɪləti/

KK: /æplɪkəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The extent to which something is relevant or suitable for a particular purpose.

Example: The applicability of the new law to small businesses is still being debated.

applicable

IPA: /ˈæplɪkəbl/

KK: /ˈæplɪkəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be used or is relevant in a particular situation.

Example: The rules are only applicable to certain types of contracts.

applicant

IPA: /ˈæplɪkənt/

KK: /ˈæplɪkənt/

noun

Definition: A person who formally requests something, often a job or admission to a program.

Example: The applicant submitted her resume and cover letter to the company.

application

IPA: /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a computer program that is designed for a specific task or purpose.

Example: The application software helps users perform specific tasks on their computers.

noun

Definition: A noun that refers to a request for something, a specific use of something, or a computer program designed for a particular purpose.

Example: She submitted her application for the scholarship last week.

applicatively

IPA: /əˈplɪkətɪvli/

KK: /əˈplɪkətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that applies or is relevant to a particular situation or context.

Example: The rules were applied applicatively to ensure fairness in the competition.

applied

IPA: /əˈplaɪd/

KK: /əˈplaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the practical use of something, especially in a specific field or discipline.

Example: She studied applied mathematics to solve real-world problems.

applier

IPA: /əˈplaɪər/

KK: /əˈplaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that puts something into use or practice.

Example: The applier of the new technology demonstrated its effectiveness in the workshop.

apply

IPA: /əˈplaɪ/

KK: /əˈplaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be relevant or to make a request for something, such as a job or admission.

Example: She decided to apply for a scholarship to help pay for her studies.

transitive verb

Definition: To put something into use or action, often by bringing it into contact with something else.

Example: She decided to apply for a scholarship to help pay for her studies.

appointive

IPA: /əˈpɔɪntɪv/

KK: /əˈpɔɪntɪv/

adjective

Definition: Related to a position or role that is filled by a formal appointment rather than by election or other means.

Example: The committee is responsible for selecting members for appointive positions.

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