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Exam: TOEFL

pragmatism

IPA: /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A way of thinking that focuses on practical solutions and real-world results rather than theories or ideals.

Example: Her pragmatism helped the team find effective solutions to their problems.

pragmatist

IPA: /ˈpræɡmətɪst/

KK: /ˈpræɡmətɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who focuses on practical results and solutions rather than abstract ideas or theories.

Example: As a pragmatist, she always looks for the most effective way to solve problems.

praise

IPA: /preɪz/

KK: /preɪz/

noun

Definition: An expression of approval or admiration for someone or something.

Example: The teacher gave her praise to the students for their hard work.

transitive verb

Definition: To express approval or admiration for someone or something, often by saying nice things about them.

Example: The teacher praised the student for her excellent work on the project.

praiseworthily

IPA: /ˈpreɪzˌwɜːrðɪli/

KK: /ˈpreɪzˌwɜrðɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that deserves praise or admiration.

Example: She completed the project praiseworthily, impressing everyone with her dedication.

praiseworthy

IPA: /ˈpreɪzˌwɜːrði/

KK: /ˈpreɪzˌwɜrði/

adjective

Definition: Deserving admiration or approval for good qualities or actions.

Example: Her efforts to help the community were truly praiseworthy.

prandial

IPA: /ˈprændiəl/

KK: /ˈprændiəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to or associated with a meal.

Example: We enjoyed a prandial discussion over dinner.

praseodymium

IPA: //præziˈoʊdɪmiəm//

KK: /præziˈoʊdɪmiəm/

noun

Definition: A soft, silvery metal that is part of the rare-earth elements. It is used to color glass and ceramics and is found in nature with other rare earths.

Example: Praseodymium is often used in the production of high-strength alloys.

prate

IPA: /preɪt/

KK: /preɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To talk a lot in a silly or meaningless way.

Example: She tends to prate about her day without stopping for breath.

noun

Definition: Meaningless or silly talk that does not have any real value.

Example: The meeting was filled with prate, making it hard to focus on the important issues.

transitive verb

Definition: To talk a lot in a silly or aimless way.

Example: She tends to prate about her day without really saying anything important.

pratique

IPA: /præˈtiːk/

KK: /prəˈtik/

noun

Definition: A permission given to a ship to enter a port after meeting health regulations or quarantine requirements.

Example: The ship received pratique before docking at the harbor.

praxis

IPA: /ˈpræksɪs/

KK: /ˈpræksɪs/

noun

Definition: A usual way of doing something, especially in a particular field or area of study. It often refers to the practical application of theories or skills in real situations.

Example: In education, the theory is important, but so is the praxis of teaching effectively in the classroom.

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