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Exam: TOEFL

probative

IPA: /ˈproʊbətɪv/

KK: /ˈproʊbətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Providing evidence or information that helps to prove something in a legal or logical context.

Example: The lawyer presented probative evidence to support her case in court.

probatory

IPA: /prəˈboʊtəri/

KK: /prəˈboʊtəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to testing or proving something; often used in the context of a trial period.

Example: The company offered a probatory period for new employees to assess their fit for the role.

probe

IPA: /proʊb/

KK: /proʊb/

intransitive verb

Definition: To carry out an investigation or examination to find out more information about something.

Example: The scientists will probe into the effects of climate change on marine life.

noun

Definition: A thin and flexible tool used in medicine to explore wounds or body cavities, or a device sent into space to gather information about distant places.

Example: The doctor used a probe to examine the patient's injury more closely.

transitive verb

Definition: To investigate or explore something thoroughly, often by asking questions or examining details closely.

Example: The scientist decided to probe deeper into the mysterious phenomenon.

prober

IPA: /ˈproʊbər/

KK: /ˈproʊbər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that investigates or examines something closely.

Example: The prober used advanced tools to analyze the data.

probing

IPA: /ˈproʊbɪŋ/

KK: /ˈproʊbɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that investigates or explores in depth.

Example: The probing questions helped uncover the truth behind the issue.

noun

Definition: The act of searching or examining something carefully to find out more information.

Example: The scientist's probing into the unknown led to many new discoveries.

verb

Definition: To explore or examine something thoroughly, often by asking questions or using instruments.

Example: The scientist is probing the depths of the ocean to discover new species.

probiotic

IPA: /ˌproʊˈbaɪ.ɒtɪk/

KK: /proʊˈbaɪɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a type of dietary supplement that includes live bacteria, which are believed to provide health benefits, especially for the digestive system.

Example: Many people take probiotic supplements to improve their gut health.

noun

Definition: A type of food or supplement that contains live bacteria, which are good for health and help improve digestion.

Example: Many people take a probiotic to support their gut health.

probity

IPA: /ˈproʊbɪti/

KK: /ˈproʊbɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of having strong moral principles and being honest.

Example: Her probity in business dealings earned her the respect of her colleagues.

problem

IPA: /ˈprɒbləm/

KK: /ˈprɑbləm/

adjective

Definition: A word used to describe something that is difficult to manage or causes trouble.

Example: The teacher had to handle a problem student in class.

noun

Definition: A situation or question that is difficult to deal with or solve.

Example: She faced a problem when her car broke down on the way to work.

problematic

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/

KK: /ˈprɑːbləmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that causes difficulties or is hard to deal with.

Example: The project faced several problematic issues that delayed its completion.

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

problematical

IPA: /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪkəl/

KK: /prɑːbləˈmætɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is uncertain or causes doubt; it can be unclear or questionable.

Example: The solution to the problem was considered problematical by many experts.

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