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Topic: Common Errors

catachrestic

IPA: //ˌkætəˈkrɛstɪk//

KK: /kætəˈkrɛstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the misuse of a word or phrase, often in a way that creates a new meaning or expression.

Example: The poet's catachrestic use of language added a unique twist to his work.

catachrestical

IPA: /ˌkætəˈkrɛstɪkəl/

KK: /kætəˈkrɛstɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that uses a word in a way that is not correct or is a misuse of language.

Example: The author's catachrestical use of terms made the text difficult to understand.

catch

IPA: /kætʃ/

KK: /kætʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become held or fastened, or to act in a way that involves grabbing or holding something.

Example: The ball will catch if you throw it high enough.

noun

Definition: A tricky condition or drawback that is not immediately obvious, or a quantity of something that has been caught, like fish.

Example: The catch of the day was impressive, but there was a catch in the deal that we didn't notice at first.

transitive verb

Definition: To take hold of something that is thrown or moving, or to become aware of something suddenly.

Example: I tried to catch the ball before it hit the ground.

catchall

IPA: /ˈkætʃɔːl/

KK: /ˈkæʧɔl/

noun

Definition: A container or category that holds a variety of different items or situations, often used for miscellaneous things.

Example: The drawer in the kitchen is a catchall for all sorts of utensils and gadgets.

catchily

IPA: /ˈkætʃɪli/

KK: /ˈkæʧɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is easy to remember or attracts attention, often used to describe music or phrases that are appealing.

Example: The song was written catchily, making it popular among listeners.

categorically

IPA: /ˌkætəˈɡɔrɪkli/

KK: /kætəˈɡɔrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a clear and definite way, without any doubt or ambiguity.

Example: She categorically denied the accusations against her.

categorize

IPA: /ˈkætəɡəˌraɪz/

KK: /ˈkætəɡəˌraɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To place something into a specific group or class based on shared characteristics or qualities.

Example: Teachers often categorize students based on their learning styles.

cease

IPA: /siːs/

KK: /si:s/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come to an end or stop doing something.

Example: The rain will cease by tomorrow morning.

noun

Definition: A stopping or ending of something, often used to describe a pause in activity.

Example: The workers took a brief cease to rest before continuing their tasks.

transitive verb

Definition: To stop doing something or to bring something to an end.

Example: The company decided to cease operations due to financial difficulties.

ceasing

IPA: /ˈsiːsɪŋ/

KK: /siːsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of stopping or bringing something to an end.

Example: The ceasing of hostilities was welcomed by everyone.

verb

Definition: To stop doing something or to come to an end.

Example: The noise finally ceased after a few minutes.

cee

IPA: /siː/

KK: /si/

noun

Definition: A letter in the English alphabet that is the third one, often used in writing and spelling.

Example: The word 'cat' starts with the letter cee.

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