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Exam: TOEFL

compere

IPA: /kəmˈpɛr/

KK: /kəmˈpɛr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To act as the host or master of ceremonies at an event, introducing speakers or performers.

Example: She will compere the charity gala this weekend.

noun

Definition: A person who introduces and hosts a show or event, often in entertainment settings like television or variety shows.

Example: The compere kept the audience engaged with jokes and stories between acts.

transitive verb

Definition: To act as the host or master of ceremonies at an event, guiding the proceedings and introducing speakers or performers.

Example: She was chosen to compere the annual charity gala, ensuring everything ran smoothly.

compete

IPA: /kəmˈpiːt/

KK: /kəmˈpit/

intransitive verb

Definition: To try to win or be better than others in a contest or competition.

Example: Many athletes compete in the Olympics to showcase their skills.

competence

IPA: /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

KK: /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

noun

Definition: The ability or skill to do something effectively or efficiently, often in a specific area or field.

Example: Her competence in mathematics helped her excel in engineering.

competency

IPA: /kəmˈpɛtənsi/

KK: /kəmˈpɛtənsi/

noun

Definition: The ability to do something successfully or efficiently; having the necessary skills or knowledge to perform a task.

Example: Her competency in project management helped the team meet their deadlines.

competent

IPA: /ˈkɒmpɪtənt/

KK: /ˈkɒmpɪtənt/

adjective

Definition: Having the necessary skills, knowledge, or ability to do something successfully.

Example: She is a competent manager who leads her team effectively.

competently

IPA: /kəmˈpɛtəntli/

KK: /kəmˈpɛtəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows skill or ability to do something well.

Example: She completed the project competently, meeting all the requirements.

competing

IPA: /kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/

KK: /kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Being in a situation where people or groups are trying to win or achieve something against each other.

Example: The competing teams showed great skill during the tournament.

verb

Definition: To take part in a contest or competition against others to win or achieve something.

Example: The athletes are competing for the gold medal in the championship.

competition

IPA: /kəmˈpɛtɪʃən/

KK: /kəmˈpɛtɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A contest or event where people or groups try to win or achieve something, often by demonstrating their skills or abilities.

Example: The annual science fair is a great competition for students to showcase their projects.

competitive

IPA: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/

KK: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong desire to win or be better than others, often in a context where people or teams are trying to achieve the same goal.

Example: She is very competitive and always strives to be the best in her class.

competitively

IPA: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪvli/

KK: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves competition or rivalry.

Example: The teams played competitively to win the championship.

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