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Exam: TOEFL

deserve

IPA: /dɪˈzɜːrv/

KK: /dɪˈzɜrv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be worthy of something, usually something good or positive, based on one's actions or qualities.

Example: She worked hard and truly deserves the award.

transitive verb

Definition: To be worthy of something, often because of one's actions or qualities.

Example: She deserves a reward for her hard work.

deserved

IPA: /dɪˈzɜːrvd/

KK: /dɪˈzɜrvd/

adjective

Definition: Earned or merited; something that is rightfully due to someone based on their actions or qualities.

Example: She received the award for her hard work, as it was truly deserved.

deservedly

IPA: /dɪˈzɜːrvɪdli/

KK: /dɪˈzɜrvɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is deserved or earned, often referring to something that is rightfully given or received.

Example: She won the award deservedly, as she worked very hard for it.

deservedness

IPA: /dɪˈzɜːrvd.nəs/

KK: /dɪˈzɜrvd.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being worthy of something, especially in terms of receiving a reward or recognition for one's actions or character.

Example: Her hard work and dedication led to her deservedness of the award.

deserving

IPA: /dɪˈzɜː.vɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈzɜrvɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Worthy of receiving something good, such as praise or help.

Example: She is deserving of recognition for her hard work.

noun

Definition: The quality of being worthy of something, often in terms of receiving a reward or recognition.

Example: Her hard work and dedication showed that she was deserving of the award.

desiccant

IPA: /ˈdɛsɪkənt/

KK: /ˈdɛsɪkənt/

noun

Definition: A material that absorbs moisture from the air to keep things dry.

Example: The package included a desiccant to prevent moisture damage to the electronics.

desiccate

IPA: //ˈdɛsɪkeɪt//

KK: /ˈdɛsɪˌkeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Lacking energy or vitality; dry and lifeless.

Example: The desiccate landscape seemed to drain all hope from the travelers.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become dry or lose moisture.

Example: The flowers began to desiccate in the hot sun.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove moisture from something, making it completely dry.

Example: The sun can desiccate the soil if there is no rain for a long time.

desiccated

IPA: /ˈdɛsɪˌkeɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈdɛsɪˌkeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having had moisture removed; dried out.

Example: The desiccated fruit was perfect for making trail mix.

verb

Definition: To remove moisture from something, making it dry.

Example: The fruits were desiccated to preserve them for a longer time.

desiccation

IPA: /ˌdɛsɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɛsɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing moisture from something, often resulting in it becoming dry or dehydrated.

Example: The desiccation of the fruit made it last longer without spoiling.

desideratum

IPA: /dɪˌzɪdəˈrɑːtəm/

KK: /dɪˌzɪdəˈrɑːtəm/

noun

Definition: A thing that is desired or wanted, often considered essential or necessary.

Example: The new policy aims to address the main desideratum of improving employee satisfaction.

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