IPA: /pərˈnɪkɪti/
KK: /pərˈnɪkɪti/
Definition: Someone who is very particular about details and often hard to please.
Example: My pernickety friend always insists on having everything just right.
IPA: /pəˈpɛtʃuəli/
KK: /pɚˈpɛtʃuəli/
Definition: Continuously or without interruption; happening all the time.
Example: The sun seems to shine perpetually in this region.
IPA: /pəˈplɛkst/
KK: /pɚˈplɛkst/
Definition: Feeling confused or unable to understand something clearly.
Example: She looked perplexed when she saw the complicated math problem.
IPA: /pərˈplɛksɪdli/
KK: /pərˈplɛksɪdli/
Definition: In a way that shows confusion or puzzlement.
Example: She looked at him perplexedly when he asked such a strange question.
IPA: /pərˈplɛksɪŋ/
KK: /pərˈplɛksɪŋ/
Definition: Something that is confusing or difficult to understand.
Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture were perplexing, leaving many people frustrated.
Definition: To confuse or make someone feel puzzled about something.
Example: The complex math problem was perplexing to the students.
IPA: /pərˈplɛksɪti/
KK: /pərˈplɛksɪti/
Definition: A state of confusion or uncertainty, often due to something being complicated or difficult to understand.
Example: She looked at the math problem with a sense of perplexity, unsure of how to solve it.
IPA: //ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːtəri//
KK: /ˈpɜrsɪkjʊtəri/
Definition: Relating to the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly, often repeatedly, especially because of their beliefs or identity.
Example: The persecutory behavior of the group led to widespread fear among the community.
IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪərəns/
KK: /pɚˈsɛvərəns/
Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something even when it is difficult or when you face challenges.
Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.
IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛreɪt/
KK: /pɜrˈsɛvərˌeɪt/
Definition: To continue doing something persistently, especially in a way that may seem excessive or unnecessary.
Example: Despite the challenges, she chose to perseverate on her goals and never gave up.
IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛrətɪv/
KK: /pɚˈsɛvəˌreɪtɪv/
Definition: Relating to the act of continuing to do something despite difficulties or obstacles.
Example: His perseverative behavior in solving the puzzle impressed everyone.
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