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Exam: TOEFL

chaperonage

IPA: /ˈʃæpəroʊnɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈʃæpəroʊnɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The act of providing supervision or protection, especially for young people, while they are in social situations.

Example: The school organized a chaperonage for the students during the field trip to ensure their safety.

chaperone

IPA: //ˈʃæp.ə.roʊn//

KK: /ˈʃæpəroʊn/

noun

Definition: An older person who goes with younger people to make sure they behave properly, especially at social events.

Example: The teacher acted as a chaperone for the students during their field trip.

verb

Definition: To accompany and supervise someone, especially a young person, to ensure their safety and proper behavior.

Example: She was asked to chaperone the school trip to the museum.

chaplaincy

IPA: /ˈtʃæplənsi/

KK: /ˈtʃæplənsi/

noun

Definition: The position or role of a chaplain, who is a religious leader providing support and guidance, often in institutions like hospitals, schools, or the military.

Example: He was appointed to the chaplaincy at the local hospital to provide spiritual care to patients and staff.

chapter

IPA: /ˈtʃæp.tər/

KK: /ˈtʃæptər/

noun

Definition: A section of a book or document that is usually numbered or titled, helping to organize the content into parts.

Example: I just finished reading the first chapter of the novel.

character

IPA: /ˈkærɪktər/

KK: /ˈkærɪktər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the qualities or traits that define a person or their behavior, especially in a dramatic or artistic context.

Example: The character actor brought the role to life with his unique portrayal of the protagonist.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that has distinct qualities or traits, often used to describe someone in a story or a symbol in writing.

Example: The main character in the novel faced many challenges throughout the story.

transitive verb

Definition: To describe or represent someone or something in a particular way, often through writing or art.

Example: The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless throughout the novel.

characterful

IPA: /ˈkærɪktəfəl/

KK: /ˈkærɪktərfəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong and distinctive character that makes something memorable or interesting.

Example: The characterful design of the building made it stand out in the neighborhood.

characterise

IPA: /ˈkærɪktəraɪz/

KK: /ˈkærɪktəraɪz/

verb

Definition: To describe the distinctive qualities or features of someone or something.

Example: The author characterises the main character as brave and determined.

characteristic

IPA: /ˌkærɪkˈtɛrɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌkɛrɪktəˈrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is typical or distinctive of a person or thing.

Example: Her kindness is a characteristic quality that everyone admires.

noun

Definition: A feature or quality that helps to identify or describe someone or something.

Example: Honesty is a characteristic that many people admire.

characterize

IPA: /ˈkærɪktəˌraɪz/

KK: /ˈkærɪktəˌraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To describe the special qualities or features of someone or something, making them different from others.

Example: The author characterizes the main character as brave and determined throughout the story.

charade

IPA: /ʃəˈreɪd/

KK: /ʃəˈreɪd/

noun

Definition: A game where players act out a word or phrase without speaking, while others try to guess what it is. It can also refer to a situation that is not genuine or is a pretense.

Example: During the party, we played charades and had a lot of fun guessing each other's actions.

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