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Exam: TOEFL

tropopause

IPA: /ˈtrəʊpəˌpɔːz/

KK: /trəˈpəʊpɔːs/

noun

Definition: The boundary layer in the atmosphere that separates the troposphere from the stratosphere, with its height changing based on location, being lower at the poles and higher at the equator.

Example: The weather patterns are influenced by the conditions at the tropopause.

troposphere

IPA: /ˈtroʊpəˌsfɪr/

KK: /ˈtroʊpəˌsfɪr/

noun

Definition: The lowest layer of the atmosphere where most weather happens, extending from the ground up to the start of the next layer above it.

Example: The clouds in the troposphere are responsible for rain and storms.

tropospheric

IPA: /trəʊˈpɒs.fɪk/

KK: /troʊˈpɒsɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the lowest layer of the Earth's atmosphere, where weather occurs and where most clouds are found.

Example: The tropospheric conditions were perfect for a thunderstorm to develop.

trouble

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəl/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To worry or be concerned about something; to make an effort or take care in a situation.

Example: She troubles over her exams, wanting to do well.

noun

Definition: A situation or condition that causes distress, difficulty, or problems.

Example: She was in trouble for being late to class.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel worry, discomfort, or inconvenience.

Example: I don't want to trouble you with my problems.

troubled

IPA: /ˈtrʌb.əld/

KK: /ˈtrʌbld/

adjective

Definition: Feeling anxious or worried, often due to problems or difficulties.

Example: She felt troubled by the news of her friend's illness.

verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel worried or anxious.

Example: The news of the accident troubled her deeply.

troublemaking

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌmeɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌmeɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of causing problems or disturbances, often by behaving in a disruptive manner.

Example: His troublemaking led to several arguments among the group.

troublesome

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌm/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌm/

adjective

Definition: Causing problems or worry; something that is difficult to deal with.

Example: The troublesome child kept interrupting the class.

troublesomely

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌmli/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌmli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes problems or difficulties.

Example: The project was progressing troublesomely, with many unexpected issues arising.

troublesomeness

IPA: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌmnəs/

KK: /ˈtrʌbəlˌsʌm.nəs/

noun

Definition: The state of causing problems or difficulties.

Example: The troublesomeness of the project made it hard to complete on time.

troubling

IPA: /ˈtrʌblɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtrʌblɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing worry or distress; something that makes you feel uneasy or concerned.

Example: The news about the missing children is very troubling for the community.

verb

Definition: To cause worry or distress to someone.

Example: The news of the storm was troubling for the residents.

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