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Topic: Common Errors

makeable

IPA: /ˈmeɪkəbl/

KK: /ˈmeɪkəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be created or produced.

Example: The project is considered makeable within the given timeframe.

maladroitly

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈdrɔɪt.li/

KK: /mælədˈrɔɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is clumsy or awkward, often resulting in mistakes or difficulties.

Example: He handled the situation maladroitly, making it worse instead of better.

maladroitness

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈdrɔɪt.nəs/

KK: /mælədˈrɔɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being clumsy or awkward in movement or handling things.

Example: His maladroitness in social situations often made him feel uncomfortable at parties.

malapert

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈpɜːrt/

KK: /mæləˈpɜrt/

adjective

Definition: Showing a boldness that is disrespectful or rude; being cheeky or brash in behavior or speech.

Example: His malapert remarks during the meeting shocked everyone present.

noun

Definition: A person who is disrespectful and bold in a way that is often considered rude or cheeky.

Example: The malapert child spoke to the teacher without any respect.

malapportioned

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈpɔːr.ʃənd/

KK: /mæləˈpɔrʧənd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where the distribution of representatives is unfair or not suitable for a legislative body.

Example: The malapportioned districts led to unequal representation in the election.

malaprop

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈprɒp/

KK: /mæləˈprɑp/

adjective

Definition: Describing a mistake in which a word is used incorrectly in place of a similar-sounding word, often with humorous effect.

Example: His malaprop remarks during the meeting made everyone laugh.

noun

Definition: A mistake made when a person uses a word that sounds similar to the correct word but means something different, often causing a humorous effect.

Example: His use of the word 'pineapple' instead of 'pinnacle' was a classic malaprop.

malapropism

IPA: /ˌmæl.əˈprɒp.ɪ.zəm/

KK: /mæləˈprɑpɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A funny mistake made when someone uses a word that sounds similar to the one they meant, but is completely wrong in the context.

Example: His malapropism during the speech made everyone laugh when he said he wanted to be a "pineapple" instead of a "pioneer."

manageable

IPA: /ˈmænɪdʒəbl/

KK: /ˈmænɪdʒəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be easily controlled or dealt with.

Example: The project is large, but it's still manageable with a good team.

many

IPA: /ˈmɛni/

KK: /ˈmɛni/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a large number of people or things, but not specifying exactly how many.

Example: There are many options to choose from when planning a vacation.

noun

Definition: A large number of people or things, often used to refer to a group that is not specified.

Example: Many people enjoy going to the beach during summer.

pronoun

Definition: A large number of people or things.

Example: Many people enjoy going to the beach during summer.

marginally

IPA: /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəli/

KK: /ˈmɑrdʒɪnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is only slightly or barely enough; not significantly.

Example: The changes to the policy will marginally improve the situation.

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