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Topic: Common Errors

stultify

IPA: /ˈstʌltɪfaɪ/

KK: /ˈstʌltəˌfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone or something seem foolish or ineffective, often by proving them wrong or showing their mistakes.

Example: The constant criticism from his peers began to stultify his confidence and creativity.

stum

IPA: /stʌm/

KK: /stʌm/

noun

Definition: Unfermented or partially fermented grape juice, often used in winemaking.

Example: The winemaker decided to use stum to enhance the flavor of the final product.

transitive verb

Definition: To ferment a type of wine by adding a specific substance known as stum.

Example: The winemaker decided to stum the batch to enhance its flavor.

stumble

IPA: /ˈstʌm.bəl/

KK: /ˈstʌmbl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To trip or lose balance while walking or running, often resulting in a fall or near fall.

Example: She stumbled over a rock while hiking on the trail.

noun

Definition: An error or mistake made while doing something, often resulting in a fall or misstep.

Example: He made a stumble while trying to walk on the uneven ground.

transitive verb

Definition: To trip or lose balance while walking or running, often causing a fall or near fall.

Example: He stumbled over a rock while hiking.

stumblingly

IPA: /ˈstʌmblɪŋli/

KK: /ˈstʌmblɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unsteady or awkward, often due to difficulty in movement or speech.

Example: He walked stumblingly down the path, trying to regain his balance.

stumpily

IPA: /ˈstʌmpɪli/

KK: /ˈstʌmpɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is short and thick, resembling a stump.

Example: The tree was cut down, leaving a stumpily shaped base behind.

stupider

IPA: /ˈstjuːpɪdər/

KK: /ˈstjuːpɪdər/

adjective

Definition: Having a lower level of intelligence or understanding than someone or something else.

Example: He made a stupider choice than his friend did.

sturdily

IPA: /ˈstɜːrdɪli/

KK: /ˈstɜr.dɪ.li/

adverb

Definition: In a strong and solid way, able to withstand pressure or force.

Example: The table was built sturdily, so it could hold heavy objects without wobbling.

subaverage

IPA: //sʌbˈævərɪdʒ//

KK: /sʌbˈævərɪdʒ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is lower than the average level or standard.

Example: His performance in the test was subaverage compared to his classmates.

subentry

IPA: /sʌbˈɛntri/

KK: /sʌbˈɛntri/

noun

Definition: A specific item or entry that is part of a larger list or main entry, often found in catalogs or reference works.

Example: The subentry for 'apple' includes different varieties like 'Granny Smith' and 'Fuji'.

subgrouping

IPA: //sʌbˈɡruːpɪŋ//

KK: /sʌbˈɡruːpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A smaller group that is part of a larger group, often used to categorize or organize members based on specific characteristics or criteria.

Example: The research team divided the participants into several subgroupings based on their age and interests.

verb

Definition: To divide something into smaller groups that share common characteristics.

Example: The researchers are subgrouping the participants based on their age and health conditions.

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