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Topic: Common Errors

describable

IPA: /dɪˈskraɪbəl/

KK: /dɪˈskraɪbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be explained or represented in words.

Example: The painting is so beautiful that it is hard to find words to make it describable.

describe

IPA: /dɪˈskraɪb/

KK: /dɪˈskraɪb/

transitive verb

Definition: To give details about something in words, explaining what it is like or how it looks.

Example: She described the beautiful sunset in great detail.

description

IPA: /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/

KK: /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement that explains or gives details about something, helping to create a clear picture in the mind.

Example: The teacher asked the students to write a description of their favorite place.

descriptive

IPA: /dɪˈskrɪp.tɪv/

KK: /dɪˈskrɪptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of describing something, often providing details or characteristics about it.

Example: The teacher gave a descriptive explanation of the painting, highlighting its colors and shapes.

descriptively

IPA: /dɪˈskrɪptɪvli/

KK: /dɪˈskrɪptɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that describes something clearly and in detail.

Example: The author wrote descriptively, painting vivid pictures with her words.

despite

IPA: /dɪˈspaɪt/

KK: /dɪˈspaɪt/

noun

Definition: A feeling of contempt or malice towards someone or something, often resulting in a disregard for their feelings or well-being.

Example: He acted out of despite, refusing to acknowledge her efforts.

preposition

Definition: In spite of something; used to show that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it.

Example: She went for a walk despite the rain.

verb

Definition: Noting a contrast or exception to something; in spite of.

Example: Despite the rain, we went for a walk.

desultory

IPA: /dɪˈzʌltəri/

KK: /dɪˈzʌltəri/

adjective

Definition: Lacking a clear plan or purpose; random and disconnected in thought or action.

Example: His desultory remarks during the meeting made it hard to follow the main topic.

detail

IPA: /ˈdiːteɪl/

KK: /ˈdiːteɪl/

noun

Definition: A small part or piece of something, often considered separately from the whole. It can refer to minor aspects or specific features of an object, work, or situation.

Example: The artist focused on every detail of the painting to make it perfect.

transitive verb

Definition: To describe or explain something in a very thorough and specific way, often including all the small parts or features.

Example: The architect detailed the plans for the new building carefully.

deterge

IPA: /dɪˈtɜrdʒ/

KK: /dɪˈtɜrdʒ/

transitive verb

Definition: To clean or wash something, especially a wound, by removing dirt or impurities.

Example: The nurse will deterge the wound before applying a bandage.

differ

IPA: /ˈdɪfər/

KK: /ˈdɪfər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be not the same as something else in nature, quality, or opinion.

Example: The two paintings differ in style and color.

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