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Topic: Common Errors

sharp

IPA: /ʃɑrp/

KK: /ʃɑrp/

adjective

Definition: Having a thin edge or point that can cut or pierce; also describes something that is clear, distinct, or intense.

Example: The chef used a sharp knife to slice the vegetables.

adverb

Definition: In a way that is clear, distinct, or intense; often used to describe a sudden or strong action.

Example: She spoke sharp, making her point very clear.

intransitive verb

Definition: To play or sing at a higher pitch than intended.

Example: The musician accidentally played the note sharp during the performance.

noun

Definition: A slender sewing needle with a very fine point or a note in music that is raised by a half step.

Example: She used a sharp to sew the fabric together.

transitive verb

Definition: To increase the pitch of a note by a semitone, making it sound higher.

Example: The musician decided to sharp the note to create a more vibrant sound.

sharped

IPA: /ʃɑrpt/

KK: /ʃɑrpt/

adjective

Definition: Having a higher pitch than the standard note, often used in music to indicate a note that is raised by a half step.

Example: The musician played a sharped note to add tension to the melody.

verb

Definition: To make something have a fine edge or point, or to become more intense or clear.

Example: He sharped the knife before cutting the vegetables.

sharpest

IPA: /ˈʃɑːrpɪst/

KK: /ʃɑrpɪst/

adjective

Definition: The highest degree of being able to cut or pierce; the most intense or clear in terms of perception or quality.

Example: This knife is the sharpest one in the kitchen, making it easy to slice through vegetables.

sharply

IPA: /ˈʃɑrpli/

KK: /ˈʃɑrpli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is clear, strong, or sudden; often used to describe a quick change or a clear distinction.

Example: The temperature dropped sharply overnight, surprising everyone.

sheeniest

IPA: /ˈʃiːni/

KK: /ˈʃini/

adjective

Definition: Having a shiny or lustrous appearance; reflecting light in a bright way.

Example: The sheeniest fabric in the store caught everyone's attention.

shinier

IPA: /ˈʃaɪniər/

KK: /ˈʃaɪniər/

adjective

Definition: Having a surface that reflects light; brighter than something else.

Example: The new car is shinier than the old one.

shiniest

IPA: /ˈʃaɪniəst/

KK: /ˈʃaɪniɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most bright or reflective surface, often used to describe something that shines very brightly.

Example: The shiniest car in the showroom caught everyone's attention.

shinily

IPA: /ˈʃaɪnɪli/

KK: /ˈʃaɪnɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that reflects light; brightly or with a smooth surface.

Example: The car gleamed shinily under the sun.

shirk

IPA: /ʃɜːrk/

KK: /ʃɜrk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To avoid doing something that you are supposed to do, especially work or responsibility.

Example: He tends to shirk his responsibilities when things get tough.

noun

Definition: A person who avoids doing their duties or responsibilities.

Example: He is known as a shirk who never completes his tasks on time.

transitive verb

Definition: To avoid doing something that you are supposed to do, especially a duty or responsibility.

Example: He decided to shirk his responsibilities and go out with friends instead.

shoddiest

IPA: /ˈʃɒdi/

KK: /ˈʃɑdi/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is of very poor quality or made in a careless way.

Example: The shoddiest workmanship I have ever seen was on that old building.

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