Exam: TOEFL

Definition: Relating to a parliament, which is a group of representatives who make laws and decisions for a country.

Example: The parliamentary system allows for a government that is accountable to the elected representatives.

Definition: In a way that is full of danger or risk; perilously.

Example: The hikers found themselves in a parlous situation when the storm hit unexpectedly.

Definition: Limited in range or scope; often focused on local or narrow interests rather than broader or more global perspectives.

Example: His parochial views prevented him from understanding the larger issues at play.

Definition: The quality of being narrow-minded or limited in scope, often focusing only on local or trivial matters rather than broader issues.

Example: His parochialism prevented him from understanding the global implications of the local policy.

Definition: In a way that is limited to a small area or local interest, often lacking broader perspective.

Example: The committee approached the issue parochially, focusing only on local concerns without considering the wider implications.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a humorous imitation of something, often used to mock or comment on the original.

Example: The film was a parodic take on classic horror movies, making fun of their clichés.

Definition: A person who creates humorous imitations of someone or something, often to make fun of it.

Example: The parodist made everyone laugh with his funny impressions of famous celebrities.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a humorous imitation of something, often used to mock or comment on the original.

Example: The film was a parodistic take on classic horror movies, making fun of their clichés.

Definition: A type of work that imitates the style of another work or author, often in a humorous or mocking way.

Example: The comedian's latest skit was a hilarious parody of popular reality shows.

Definition: To create a humorous or exaggerated imitation of something, often to criticize or comment on it.

Example: The comedian decided to parody the famous movie to make people laugh.

Definition: A legal term referring to the conditional release of a prisoner before their full sentence is completed, usually under supervision and with specific rules to follow.

Example: After serving half of his sentence, he was granted parole and had to check in with his parole officer regularly.

Definition: To allow a prisoner to leave prison before their full sentence is completed, under certain conditions.

Example: The judge decided to parole the inmate after he served three years of his sentence.