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Topic: Directions

southwestward

IPA: //ˌsaʊθˈwɛrd//

KK: /sɑʊθˈwɛtərd/

adjective

Definition: In the direction that is between south and west.

Example: The storm is moving southwestward, bringing heavy rain to the area.

adverb

Definition: In the direction of the southwest.

Example: The storm is moving southwestward across the state.

noun

Definition: A direction or area that is towards the southwest.

Example: The hikers headed southwestward to reach the mountain.

southwestwards

IPA: //saʊθˈwɛrdz//

KK: /sɑʊθˈwɛtərdz/

adjective

Definition: In the direction that is between south and west.

Example: The storm is moving southwestwards, away from the coast.

step

IPA: /stɛp/

KK: /stɛp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move by lifting and placing one foot in front of the other, often in a specific way or direction.

Example: She decided to step into the new role with confidence.

noun

Definition: A movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place, or a single stage in a process or series of actions.

Example: She took a step forward to greet her friend.

transitive verb

Definition: To place or set down a foot in a specific position, often used in the context of moving or measuring distance.

Example: She stepped onto the stage to give her speech.

stop

IPA: /stɒp/

KK: /stɑp/

adjective

Definition: Not able to continue or move forward; used to indicate a point where something ends or is halted.

Example: The stop sign told the driver to come to a complete halt.

intransitive verb

Definition: To come to a halt or to cease doing something.

Example: The car stopped suddenly in the middle of the road.

noun

Definition: A place where someone or something comes to a halt, such as a bus stop or a designated area for stopping.

Example: The bus will make a stop at the next corner.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to no longer happen or to bring something to an end.

Example: She decided to stop the car at the red light.

straight

IPA: /streɪt/

KK: /streɪt/

adjective

Definition: Not curved or bent; extending in one direction without any turns or angles.

Example: The road ahead is straight, making it easy to drive.

adverb

Definition: In a direct line or manner without any curves or bends.

Example: He walked straight to the store without stopping.

noun

Definition: A person who is heterosexual or conforms to conventional societal norms.

Example: He identifies as a straight man and is attracted to women.

toward

IPA: /tɔrd/

KK: /tɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Having a positive or favorable tendency towards something; likely to lead to a good result.

Example: The weather is looking toward a sunny day tomorrow.

preposition

Definition: In the direction of something or someone; also used to indicate a goal or purpose.

Example: She walked toward the park to enjoy the sunny weather.

towards

IPA: /tɔːrdz/

KK: /tɔrdz/

preposition

Definition: In the direction of something or someone; moving closer to a place or person.

Example: She walked towards the park to enjoy the sunny day.

turn

IPA: /tɜrn/

KK: /tɜrn/

noun

Definition: A chance to do something or a change in direction or position.

Example: It's your turn to speak now.

transitive verb

Definition: To change the position or direction of something by rotating it or moving it around a point.

Example: She turned the knob to open the door.

way

IPA: /weɪ/

KK: /we/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'way' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a noun or adverb.

Example: Not applicable as 'way' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a noun or adverb.

adverb

Definition: To a great extent or degree; very much.

Example: The movie was way better than I expected.

noun

Definition: A method or manner of doing something, or a path or route to a destination.

Example: There are many ways to solve this puzzle.

wend

IPA: /wɛnd/

KK: /wɛnd/

noun

Definition: A person belonging to a Slavic ethnic group that primarily resides in eastern Germany.

Example: The wend is known for its rich cultural traditions and history.

verb

Definition: To go or travel in a specified direction, often used in a poetic or literary context.

Example: They decided to wend their way through the forest to reach the hidden lake.

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