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Exam: TOEFL

paris

IPA: //ˈpærɪs//

KK: /ˈpærɪs/

noun

Definition: A character from Greek mythology, known for his role in the events leading to the Trojan War by taking Helen from her husband, Menelaus.

Example: In the story, Paris falls in love with Helen and takes her away, sparking a great conflict.

parity

IPA: /ˈpærɪti/

KK: /ˈpærɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being equal or having the same value, amount, or status, often used in contexts like economics or computer science.

Example: The government aims to achieve parity in agricultural prices to support farmers.

parked

IPA: /pɑrkt/

KK: /pɑrkt/

adjective

Definition: Left in a public location when not being used, typically referring to vehicles.

Example: The car is parked outside the restaurant.

verb

Definition: To have stopped a vehicle and left it in a particular place, usually temporarily.

Example: She parked her car in front of the store.

parking

IPA: /ˈpɑːrkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpɑrkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A place where vehicles can be left temporarily, or the action of putting a vehicle in a specific location.

Example: There is plenty of parking available at the mall.

parkinsonian

IPA: /ˌpɑːrkɪˈsoʊniən/

KK: /ˌpɑrkɪˈsoʊniən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, which affects movement and coordination.

Example: The patient exhibited parkinsonian symptoms such as tremors and stiffness.

parkinsonism

IPA: /ˈpɑːrkɪnɪzəm/

KK: /ˈpɑrkɪnˌsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A medical condition that causes symptoms similar to those of Parkinson's disease, such as tremors and stiffness.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with parkinsonism after showing signs of tremors and slow movement.

parkway

IPA: /ˈpɑːr.kweɪ/

KK: /ˈpɑrkweɪ/

noun

Definition: A wide road that is often surrounded by trees and plants, designed for easy driving and sometimes for scenic views.

Example: We took a leisurely drive along the parkway to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

parlance

IPA: /ˈpɑː.ləns/

KK: /ˈpɑr.ləns/

noun

Definition: A specific way of speaking or using words, often related to a particular field or group.

Example: In legal parlance, the term 'plaintiff' refers to the person who brings a case to court.

parliament

IPA: /ˈpɑːrləmənt/

KK: /ˈpɑːrləmənt/

noun

Definition: A group of people who are elected to make laws and decisions for a country or region.

Example: The parliament passed a new law to improve education.

parliamentarian

IPA: /ˌpɑː.ləˈmɛn.tə.ri.ən/

KK: /ˌpɑːr.ləˈmen.t̬ər.i.ən/

noun

Definition: A person who is a member of a parliament or is knowledgeable about parliamentary rules and procedures.

Example: The parliamentarian helped the committee understand the rules for their meeting.

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