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Exam: TOEFL

brief

IPA: /brif/

KK: /brif/

adjective

Definition: Something that is short in time, length, or extent.

Example: The meeting was brief, lasting only ten minutes.

noun

Definition: A short document or statement that summarizes important information or details about a specific topic or case.

Example: The lawyer prepared a brief to present the key facts of the case to the judge.

transitive verb

Definition: To give someone information or instructions about something, often in a short and clear way.

Example: The manager briefed the team on the new project guidelines.

briefer

IPA: /ˈbrifər/

KK: /ˈbrifər/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is shorter in duration or length compared to something else.

Example: The presentation was briefer than the last one, making it easier to follow.

noun

Definition: A person who gives a short summary or explanation of important information.

Example: The briefer explained the key points of the project to the team.

briefest

IPA: /ˈbrifɪst/

KK: /brifɪst/

adjective

Definition: The shortest in duration or length; the least amount of time or space taken.

Example: She gave the briefest explanation of the project before moving on to the next topic.

briefly

IPA: /ˈbrifli/

KK: /ˈbrifli/

adverb

Definition: In a short amount of time or using few words.

Example: She explained the project briefly during the meeting.

briefness

IPA: /ˈbrifnəs/

KK: /brifnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being short in duration or extent.

Example: The briefness of the meeting allowed everyone to return to their work quickly.

brigade

IPA: /brɪˈɡeɪd/

KK: /brɪˈɡeɪd/

noun

Definition: A group of people organized for a specific task or purpose, often used in a military context to refer to a unit of soldiers.

Example: The fire brigade quickly arrived to put out the flames.

transitive verb

Definition: To organize or group people or things into a brigade, which is a military unit.

Example: The general decided to brigade the soldiers for the upcoming mission.

brigadier

IPA: //ˌbrɪɡɪˈdɪər//

KK: /brɪgəˈdɪr/

noun

Definition: A military officer who ranks just below a major general and is responsible for commanding a brigade.

Example: The brigadier led his troops into battle with great courage.

brigandage

IPA: //brɪˈɡændɪdʒ//

KK: /brɪˈɡændɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The way of living or behavior associated with a bandit or robber, often involving acts of theft and violence.

Example: The villagers lived in fear of brigandage, as bandits frequently raided their homes.

bright

IPA: /braɪt/

KK: /braɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a lot of light; shining or vivid in color; also means intelligent or clever.

Example: The bright sun made the day feel warm and cheerful.

noun

Definition: A vivid or strong color that stands out and is easily seen.

Example: The artist chose a bright for the painting to make it more lively.

brighten

IPA: //ˈbraɪtən//

KK: /ˈbraɪtən/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more light or cheerful in appearance or mood.

Example: The new paint will brighten the room significantly.

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