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Exam: TOEFL

riskiness

IPA: /ˈrɪskɪnəs/

KK: /ˈrɪskɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being dangerous or likely to cause harm or loss.

Example: The riskiness of investing in the stock market can be high, especially during economic downturns.

riskless

IPA: /ˈrɪskləs/

KK: /ˈrɪskləs/

adjective

Definition: Without any danger or chance of loss; completely safe.

Example: Investing in government bonds is often considered a riskless option.

risky

IPA: /ˈrɪski/

KK: /ˈrɪski/

adjective

Definition: Involving the possibility of harm, loss, or danger.

Example: Investing in the stock market can be risky if you don't do your research.

risque

IPA: /rɪsˈkeɪ/

KK: /rɪsˈkeɪ/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is suggestive or related to sexual matters, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or indecent.

Example: The movie was considered risqué because of its bold themes and suggestive scenes.

ritual

IPA: /ˈrɪtʃuəl/

KK: /ˈrɪtʃuəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is part of a regular routine or is related to ceremonies and customs.

Example: Every evening, she enjoys her ritual cup of tea before reading.

noun

Definition: A set of actions or ceremonies that are performed in a specific way, often for religious or cultural purposes.

Example: Every year, the community gathers to perform the traditional ritual during the harvest festival.

ritualism

IPA: /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl.ɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈrɪtʃuəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong focus on or commitment to performing rituals, often in a religious or ceremonial context.

Example: The community's ritualism was evident in their elaborate ceremonies and traditions.

ritualistic

IPA: /ˌrɪtʃuˈælɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌrɪtʃuˈælɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or characteristic of a set of actions performed in a specific order, often for religious or ceremonial purposes.

Example: The community held a ritualistic ceremony to celebrate the harvest.

ritualistically

IPA: /ˌrɪtʃuˈælɪstɪkli/

KK: /ˌrɪtʃuˈælɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: Performed in a way that follows a set pattern or tradition, often related to ceremonies or customs.

Example: The community gathered ritualistically to celebrate the annual festival.

ritualization

IPA: /ˌrɪtʃuəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌrɪtʃuəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something into a ritual, giving it special meaning or importance.

Example: The ritualization of daily activities can help create a sense of order and purpose.

ritualize

IPA: /ˈrɪtʃuəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈrɪtʃuəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To perform or participate in a series of actions or ceremonies that are often repeated and have a specific meaning.

Example: Many cultures ritualize their important life events, such as weddings and funerals.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something into a ritual or to perform it in a ritualistic way.

Example: They decided to ritualize their weekly family dinners to create a special tradition.

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