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Exam: TOEFL

afternoon

IPA: /ˈæf.tə.nʊn/

KK: /ˈæf.tɚ.nun/

noun

Definition: The time of day that comes after noon and lasts until evening, usually when the sun is still up.

Example: We usually have lunch in the afternoon.

aftershock

IPA: /ˈæftərˌʃɒk/

KK: /ˈæftərˌʃɑk/

noun

Definition: A smaller earthquake that happens after a larger one, or a reaction that follows a shocking event.

Example: The town felt several aftershocks following the major earthquake last week.

aftertaste

IPA: /ˈæftərˌteɪst/

KK: /ˈæftərˌteɪst/

noun

Definition: A flavor that stays in your mouth after you have eaten or drunk something, even after the food or drink is gone.

Example: The wine had a pleasant aftertaste that lingered long after the last sip.

afterthought

IPA: /ˈæftərˌθɔt/

KK: /ˈæftərˌθɔt/

noun

Definition: A thought or idea that comes to mind after something has already happened, often seen as an addition or something that was not considered at first.

Example: The suggestion was merely an afterthought, added at the last minute.

afterward

IPA: /ˈæftərwɜrd/

KK: /ˈæftərwərd/

adverb

Definition: At a later time or after something has happened.

Example: We went to dinner, and afterward we watched a movie.

afterwards

IPA: /ˈɑːftərwɜːrdz/

KK: /ˈæftərwərdz/

adverb

Definition: At a time that comes later or after something else has happened.

Example: We went to the movies, and afterwards we had dinner.

afterword

IPA: /ˈæftərwɜrd/

KK: /ˈæftərˌwɝd/

noun

Definition: A short section at the end of a book or document that provides additional information or commentary.

Example: The author included an afterword to discuss the themes explored in the novel.

against

IPA: /əˈɡɛnst/

KK: /əˈɡɛnst/

conjunction

Definition: This word is used to show opposition or resistance to something. It indicates that something is in conflict with or contrary to another thing.

Example: Not available

preposition

Definition: In opposition to something; in a direction that is opposite or contrary to something.

Example: She stood against the wall, waiting for her friend.

agape

IPA: //əˈɡeɪp//

KK: /əˈɡeɪp/

adjective

Definition: Having the mouth wide open, often due to surprise or wonder.

Example: She stood with her mouth agape at the stunning view.

adverb

Definition: In a state of surprise or wonder, often with one's mouth wide open.

Example: She stood agape at the breathtaking view of the mountains.

noun

Definition: A type of love that is selfless and spiritual, often associated with Christian teachings, and is different from romantic or physical love.

Example: The community gathered for an agape meal, sharing their love and support for one another.

agarose

IPA: //əˈɡɑːroʊs//

KK: /əˈɡɑːroʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of carbohydrate that comes from seaweed and is commonly used as a gel in laboratory experiments, especially for separating DNA and proteins.

Example: Researchers often use agarose to separate DNA fragments during gel electrophoresis.

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