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Exam: TOEFL

definition

IPA: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

KK: /dɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement that explains the meaning of a word, phrase, or term, often found in dictionaries.

Example: The definition of 'happiness' varies from person to person.

definitional

IPA: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃənl/

KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the meaning or explanation of a word or concept.

Example: The definitional aspects of the term were discussed in the meeting.

definitive

IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is considered the most authoritative or complete version of something, often providing a final answer or solution.

Example: The scientist published a definitive study on climate change that settled many debates.

noun

Definition: A word or expression that clearly defines or limits something, often used in grammar.

Example: In English, 'the' is a definitive article that specifies a particular noun.

definitively

IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli/

KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is clear and certain, leaving no doubt about something.

Example: The committee decided definitively on the new policy after much discussion.

definitiveness

IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv.nəs/

KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being clear, certain, and final, leaving no room for doubt or confusion.

Example: The definitiveness of her answer made it clear that she would not change her mind.

deflate

IPA: /dɪˈfleɪt/

KK: /dɪˈfleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lose air or gas, causing a reduction in size or pressure.

Example: The balloon deflated slowly after being pricked by a thorn.

transitive verb

Definition: To let air or gas out of something, causing it to become smaller or less full. It can also mean to reduce the importance or value of something.

Example: He had to deflate the balloon before putting it away.

deflation

IPA: /dɪˈfleɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˈfleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where prices of goods and services decrease over time, often leading to an increase in the value of money.

Example: The country experienced deflation, causing prices to drop significantly.

deflationary

IPA: /dɪˈfleɪʃənəri/

KK: /dɪˈfleɪʃənɛri/

adjective

Definition: Related to a decrease in the general price level of goods and services in an economy.

Example: The government implemented policies to avoid a deflationary spiral.

deflator

IPA: /dɪˈfleɪtə/

KK: /dɪˈfleɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device or factor used to reduce or counteract inflation in economic statistics.

Example: The economist used a deflator to adjust the figures for inflation in the report.

deflect

IPA: /dɪˈflɛkt/

KK: /dɪˈflɛkt/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to change direction or to turn away from its original path.

Example: The shield was able to deflect the arrows shot at him.

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