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Exam: TOEFL

operative

IPA: /ˈɒpərətɪv/

KK: /ˈɑːpərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having an effect or influence; functioning or working effectively; important in a particular context.

Example: The operative factors in the decision-making process were carefully analyzed.

noun

Definition: A person who works in a specific job or role, often in a secretive or skilled capacity, such as a spy or a skilled laborer.

Example: The operative gathered information discreetly to help the agency.

operatively

IPA: /ˈɒp.ər.ət.ɪv.li/

KK: /ˈɑːpərətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is effective or functional, often used in contexts related to operations or procedures.

Example: The team worked operatively to complete the project on time.

operon

IPA: /ˈoʊpərɒn/

KK: /ˈoʊpərɒn/

noun

Definition: A section of DNA that contains a group of genes that work together to control the production of proteins, including a promoter and an operator.

Example: The operon is essential for regulating gene expression in bacteria.

ophthalmia

IPA: /ɒfˈθælmiə/

KK: /ɑfˈθælmɪə/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by inflammation of the eye, particularly affecting the conjunctiva or the eyeball.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with ophthalmia after she complained of redness and irritation in her eyes.

ophthalmic

IPA: /ɒfˈθælmɪk/

KK: /ɑfˈθælmɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the eye or its functions.

Example: The doctor prescribed ophthalmic drops to help with my eye irritation.

ophthalmologic

IPA: /ˌɒfθæl.məˈlɒdʒ.ɪk/

KK: /ɑfˌθælməˈlɒdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.

Example: The ophthalmologic examination revealed that she had a minor eye condition.

ophthalmologist

IPA: /ˌɒfθælˈmɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /ɔfˈθælməˌlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A doctor who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and vision problems.

Example: After experiencing vision issues, I made an appointment with an ophthalmologist.

ophthalmology

IPA: /ˌɒfθælˈmɒlədʒi/

KK: /ɑfˌθælməˈlədʒi/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of the eye and its diseases.

Example: She decided to specialize in ophthalmology to help people with vision problems.

ophthalmoscope

IPA: //ˌɒfθəlˈmoʊskoʊp//

KK: /ˈɔfθəlˌmɒskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A tool used by doctors to look inside the eye, especially to see the retina and other parts.

Example: The doctor used an ophthalmoscope to check my eyesight during the examination.

ophthalmoscopic

IPA: /ˌɒfθəlˈmɒskəʊpɪk/

KK: /ɔfˌθæl.məˈskɒp.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a medical instrument used to examine the inside of the eye.

Example: The doctor used an ophthalmoscopic examination to check for any issues with my vision.

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