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Exam: TOEFL

understandable

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

KK: /ʌndərˈstændəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be comprehended or grasped easily; clear enough for someone to follow or make sense of.

Example: The teacher explained the topic in an understandable way so that all the students could follow along.

understandably

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstændəbli/

KK: /ʌndərˈstændəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is easy to understand or reasonable given the circumstances.

Example: She was understandably upset after hearing the bad news.

understanding

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

KK: /ʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to comprehend or show sympathy and compassion towards others.

Example: She is known for her understanding nature, always willing to help those in need.

noun

Definition: The ability to comprehend or grasp the meaning of something, often involving empathy or agreement between people.

Example: Their understanding of the situation helped them resolve the conflict peacefully.

understandingly

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋli/

KK: /ʌndərˈstændɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows comprehension or sympathy; done with awareness of someone's feelings or situation.

Example: She listened understandingly to his problems, offering support and advice.

understate

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈsteɪt/

KK: /ʌndərˈsteɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To express something in a way that makes it seem less important or serious than it really is.

Example: He tends to understate his achievements, making them seem less impressive than they actually are.

transitive verb

Definition: To say something in a way that makes it seem less important or serious than it really is.

Example: He tends to understate his achievements during interviews.

understated

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

KK: /ʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Showing a simple and subtle style without being flashy or overly elaborate.

Example: The artist's work is known for its understated elegance and simplicity.

understatedly

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪdli/

KK: /ʌndərˈsteɪtɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is subtle and not overly showy or elaborate.

Example: She dressed understatedly for the event, choosing simple colors and minimal accessories.

understatement

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈsteɪtmənt/

KK: /ʌndərˈsteɪtmənt/

noun

Definition: A statement that makes something seem less important or serious than it really is.

Example: His comment about the disaster was an understatement; it was much worse than he described.

understood

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstʊd/

KK: /ʌndərˈstʊd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is accepted or agreed upon without being stated directly; it can also refer to something that is fully grasped or comprehended.

Example: The understood rules of the game made it easy for everyone to play.

verb

Definition: To grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something.

Example: She finally understood the complex math problem after the teacher explained it.

understrength

IPA: //ˌʌndərˈstrɛŋkθ//

KK: /ʌndərˈstrɛŋkθ/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough members or strength, often used to describe a group or unit that is smaller than needed.

Example: The team was understrength due to several injuries, making it difficult to compete effectively.

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