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Topic: Grammar

apostrophe

IPA: /əˈpɒstrəfi/

KK: /əˈpɑstrəfi/

noun

Definition: A punctuation mark used to show that letters have been left out of a word, to indicate possession, or to form plurals of letters and numbers.

Example: In the word "it's", the apostrophe shows that the letters 'i' and 's' have been omitted.

apostrophic

IPA: /əˈpɒstrəfɪk/

KK: /əˈpɑstrəfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the use of the apostrophe in grammar or rhetoric.

Example: The apostrophic style in his writing added a unique flair to his poetry.

apostrophise

IPA: /əˈpɒstrəfaɪz/

KK: /əˈpɑstrəˌfaɪz/

verb

Definition: To use an apostrophe in writing, often to indicate possession or the omission of letters.

Example: In English, we often apostrophise words to show that letters have been left out, like in "don't" for "do not."

apostrophize

IPA: /əˈpɒstrəfaɪz/

KK: /əˈpɑstrəˌfaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To speak to someone or something as if they are present, often in a poetic or rhetorical way, even if they are not actually there.

Example: In her poem, she apostrophizes the moon, asking it to shine brighter.

appellative

IPA: /əˈpɛlətɪv/

KK: /əˈpɛlətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a common noun or the act of naming something.

Example: In grammar, an appellative refers to a general name for a class of objects.

noun

Definition: A name or title that describes someone or something.

Example: In linguistics, an appellative is used to refer to a general class of objects or people, rather than a specific individual.

appellatively

IPA: /əˈpɛlətɪvli/

KK: /əˈpɛlətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to naming or designating a class or category of things.

Example: The species was classified appellatively, allowing for easier identification among similar organisms.

applicatively

IPA: /əˈplɪkətɪvli/

KK: /əˈplɪkətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that applies or is relevant to a particular situation or context.

Example: The rules were applied applicatively to ensure fairness in the competition.

appose

IPA: /əˈpoʊz/

KK: /əˈpoʊz/

transitive verb

Definition: To place something next to or in close proximity to something else, often for comparison or contrast.

Example: The artist chose to appose the two colors to create a striking effect.

apposite

IPA: /ˈæp.ə.zɪt/

KK: /ˈæp.ə.zɪt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very suitable or relevant to a particular situation or topic.

Example: Her comments were apposite to the discussion we were having about climate change.

appositely

IPA: /əˈpɒsɪtli/

KK: /əˈpɑːsɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is appropriate or suitable for the situation.

Example: She responded appositely to the question, showing her understanding of the topic.

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