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Topic: Common Errors

bejumble

IPA: /bɪˈdʒʌmbl/

KK: /bɪˈdʒʌmbl/

transitive verb

Definition: To mix things together in a confused or messy way.

Example: She decided to bejumble the letters to create a new word.

below

IPA: /bɪˈloʊ/

KK: /bɪˈloʊ/

adjective

Definition: Located at a lower position or level than something else.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

adverb

Definition: In a lower position or place than something else; beneath.

Example: The temperature dropped below freezing last night.

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to something that is situated at a lower level or position.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

preposition

Definition: In a lower position than something else; underneath or beneath something.

Example: The cat is hiding below the table.

bemuddle

IPA: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

KK: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

verb

Definition: To make someone confused or unclear about something.

Example: The complicated instructions bemuddled the students during the exam.

beneath

IPA: /bɪˈniːθ/

KK: /bɪˈniːθ/

adverb

Definition: In a lower position or place, directly under something else.

Example: The cat hid beneath the table during the storm.

preposition

Definition: In a position that is lower than something else or covered by it.

Example: The cat hid beneath the table during the storm.

bent

IPA: /bɛnt/

KK: /bɛnt/

adjective

Definition: Not straight; curved or twisted from its original shape.

Example: The bent tree branches made it difficult to walk through the forest.

noun

Definition: A natural tendency or inclination towards something, often referring to a person's interests or abilities.

Example: Her bent for music was evident from a young age, as she loved to sing and play instruments.

verb

Definition: To curve or shape something into a different position or form.

Example: He bent the metal rod to fit the design.

beside

IPA: /bɪˈsaɪd/

KK: /bɪˈsaɪd/

adverb

Definition: In a position next to something or someone.

Example: She sat beside her friend during the movie.

preposition

Definition: Next to or at the side of something or someone.

Example: She sat beside her friend during the movie.

besides

IPA: /bɪˈsaɪdz/

KK: /bɪˈsaɪdz/

adverb

Definition: In addition to something that has already been mentioned; also.

Example: I enjoy reading, and besides, I love writing stories.

preposition

Definition: This word is used to indicate that something is in addition to something else or to exclude something from consideration.

Example: Besides studying, she also works part-time at a café.

besmear

IPA: /bɪˈsmɪə/

KK: /bɪˈsmɪr/

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or spread a substance over a surface, often in a messy or uneven way.

Example: She decided to besmear the cake with frosting before serving it.

best

IPA: /bɛst/

KK: /bɛst/

noun

Definition: The person or thing that is the highest quality or most excellent among others.

Example: She always tries to be the best in her class.

verb

Definition: To defeat or outsmart someone in a competition or challenge.

Example: She managed to best her opponent in the final match.

better

IPA: /ˈbɛtər/

KK: /ˈbɛtər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To improve or to be in a more favorable condition than before.

Example: After practicing every day, she felt she was getting better at playing the piano.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is superior in quality or excellence compared to others.

Example: He is considered a better in his field due to his extensive experience.

transitive verb

Definition: To improve something or to make it better than it was before.

Example: She worked hard to better her skills in painting.

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