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Exam: TOEFL

orthodox

IPA: /ˈɔːrθədɒks/

KK: /ˈɔrθəˌdɑks/

adjective

Definition: Following traditional beliefs or practices, especially in religion or philosophy.

Example: Many people prefer an orthodox approach to education that emphasizes established methods.

noun

Definition: A person who follows the traditional beliefs and practices of a particular religion, especially in the context of the Eastern Orthodox church.

Example: She is an orthodox who attends church services every Sunday.

orthodoxly

IPA: /ɔːrˈθɒdɒkli/

KK: /ɔrˈθɑdɒksli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that follows traditional beliefs or practices; in a conventional manner.

Example: The community celebrated the holiday orthodoxly, adhering to all the traditional customs.

orthodoxy

IPA: /ˌɔrθəˈdɑksi/

KK: /ɔrˈθədɑksi/

noun

Definition: A set of beliefs or practices that are considered traditional or accepted, especially in religion or philosophy.

Example: Many people follow the orthodoxy of their faith without questioning it.

orthoepic

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈɛpɪk/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊɛpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the correct pronunciation of words.

Example: The teacher emphasized the orthoepic rules of the language during the lesson.

orthoepy

IPA: /ˈɔːrθoʊəpi/

KK: /ɔrˈθoʊəpi/

noun

Definition: The study or practice of how words are pronounced in a language.

Example: In linguistics, orthoepy is important for understanding how words should be spoken correctly.

orthographic

IPA: /ɔːrˈθɒɡrəfɪk/

KK: /ɔrˈθɒgrəfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the correct way of spelling words or the system of writing a language.

Example: The teacher emphasized the importance of orthographic skills in writing.

orthographical

IPA: /ˌɔːrθəˈɡræfɪkəl/

KK: /ɔrˈθɒgrəfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the correct way of spelling words in a language.

Example: The teacher emphasized the importance of orthographical accuracy in writing.

orthography

IPA: /ɔːrˈθɒɡrəfi/

KK: /ɔrˈθɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The system or method of writing a language correctly, including the rules for spelling and punctuation.

Example: Learning the orthography of a new language can be challenging but essential for effective communication.

orthomolecular

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈmoʊlɪkjʊlər/

KK: /ɔrθoʊˈmɒlɪkjʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a theory that suggests mental illnesses can be treated by correcting chemical imbalances in the body with proper nutrients like vitamins and minerals.

Example: The doctor recommended an orthomolecular approach to improve her mental health.

orthomyxovirus

IPA: /ˌɔːrθoʊˈmɪksəˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /ɔrˌθoʊmaɪkˈvoʊrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that has RNA as its genetic material and is known for causing influenza and other respiratory illnesses.

Example: The orthomyxovirus is responsible for seasonal flu outbreaks.

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