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Exam: TOEFL

roughly

IPA: /ˈrʌfli/

KK: /ˈrʌfli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not exact or precise, but is close to the correct amount or description.

Example: The project will take roughly three weeks to complete.

roundabout

IPA: //ˈraʊndəˌbaʊt//

KK: /ˈraʊndəˌbaʊt/

adjective

Definition: Not direct; taking a longer or more complicated route to reach a conclusion or destination.

Example: The explanation was quite roundabout, making it hard to understand the main point.

noun

Definition: A circular intersection where traffic flows around a central island, allowing vehicles to enter and exit from different directions.

Example: The roundabout helped reduce traffic congestion in the city.

rounding

IPA: /ˈraʊndɪŋ/

KK: /ˈraʊndɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of making a number simpler by increasing or decreasing it to the nearest whole number or specified decimal place.

Example: In math class, we learned about rounding numbers to make calculations easier.

verb

Definition: To make something round or to change a number to the nearest whole number or specified decimal place.

Example: She is rounding the edges of the table to make it safer for children.

roundly

IPA: /ˈraʊndli/

KK: /ˈraʊndli/

adverb

Definition: In a complete or thorough manner; done with full force or vigor.

Example: The coach roundly praised the team's performance after the victory.

roundtrip

IPA: /ˈraʊndˌtrɪp/

KK: /ˈraʊndˌtrɪp/

noun

Definition: A journey that goes from one location to another and then returns to the starting point, often using the same path.

Example: I booked a roundtrip ticket for my vacation to New York.

rouse

IPA: /raʊz/

KK: /raʊz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To wake up or become active after being asleep or inactive.

Example: The loud noise helped to rouse him from his deep sleep.

noun

Definition: The act of waking someone up or causing them to become active or alert.

Example: The loud noise was enough to rouse everyone from their sleep.

transitive verb

Definition: To wake someone up or to make someone feel more active or excited.

Example: The loud noise was enough to rouse him from his sleep.

rousing

IPA: /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing strong feelings of excitement or enthusiasm; lively and energetic.

Example: The rousing speech inspired everyone in the audience.

rousingly

IPA: /ˈraʊzɪŋli/

KK: /ˈraʊzɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that inspires excitement or enthusiasm.

Example: The speaker delivered his speech rousingly, energizing the entire audience.

route

IPA: /ruːt/

KK: /rut/

noun

Definition: A way or path that people or vehicles take to travel from one place to another.

Example: We took a scenic route to the beach.

transitive verb

Definition: To send something along a particular path or direction, often used in the context of directing traffic or information.

Example: The company will route the packages through the fastest delivery service.

routed

IPA: /ˈruːtɪd/

KK: /ˈruːtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been assigned a specific path or direction, often used in contexts like transportation or communication.

Example: The routed delivery trucks followed the designated paths to reach their destinations efficiently.

verb

Definition: To direct or send something along a particular path or route.

Example: The technician routed the cables through the walls to keep them hidden.

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