IPA: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/
KK: /dɛfɪˈnɪʃən/
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.
IPA: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃənl/
KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪʃənl/
Definition: Relating to the meaning or explanation of a word or concept.
Example: The definitional aspects of the term were discussed in the meeting.
IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/
KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/
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.
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli/
KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv.nəs/
KK: /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvnəs/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfleɪt/
KK: /dɪˈfleɪt/
Definition: To lose air or gas, causing a reduction in size or pressure.
Example: The balloon deflated slowly after being pricked by a thorn.
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfleɪʃən/
KK: /dɪˈfleɪʃən/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfleɪʃənəri/
KK: /dɪˈfleɪʃənɛri/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈfleɪtə/
KK: /dɪˈfleɪtər/
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.
IPA: /dɪˈflɛkt/
KK: /dɪˈflɛkt/
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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