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Topic: Grammar

absolutive

IPA: /æbˈsɒlʊtɪv/

KK: /æb'sɑːlʊtɪv/

adjective

Definition: This term describes a grammatical case used in certain languages, where it indicates the subject of an intransitive verb or the object of a transitive verb.

Example: In ergative languages, the absolutive case is used for the subject of intransitive verbs and the object of transitive verbs.

noun

Definition: A grammatical term referring to a form of a noun or pronoun that typically indicates the subject of an intransitive verb or the object of a transitive verb in certain languages.

Example: In some languages, the absolutive is used to indicate the subject of an intransitive verb or the object of a transitive verb.

absonant

IPA: //æbˈsɒnənt//

KK: /æb'sɑnənt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is not in harmony or agreement with something else. It refers to ideas or things that are opposite or conflicting.

Example: The absonant tones in the music created a sense of unease.

acatalectic

IPA: /ˌeɪ.kəˈtæl.ɛk.tɪk/

KK: /ˌeɪ.kəˈtæl.ɛk.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes a type of verse that has a complete and regular pattern, meaning it includes all the expected syllables in its final part.

Example: The poem was acatalectic, showcasing a perfect rhythm throughout its lines.

accentuation

IPA: /ˌæksɛnˈtjuːeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌæksɛnˈtuːeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of emphasizing or highlighting something, often by changing the way it is spoken or presented.

Example: The accentuation of certain words can change the meaning of a sentence.

acceptably

IPA: /əkˈsɛptəbli/

KK: /ək'sɛptəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is satisfactory or good enough for a particular purpose.

Example: The project was completed acceptably, meeting all the required standards.

acceptedly

IPA: /əˈsɛptɪdli/

KK: /əkˈsɛptɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is generally recognized or agreed upon; in a manner that is accepted by most people.

Example: The proposal was acceptedly approved by the committee after much discussion.

accidence

IPA: /ˈækɪdəns/

KK: /ˈækɪdəns/

noun

Definition: A part of language study that focuses on how words change form to express different grammatical features, such as tense, case, or number.

Example: In English, accidence is an important aspect of understanding how words change form to convey different meanings.

accordantly

IPA: /əˈkɔːrdəntli/

KK: /əˈkɔrdəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is in agreement or accordance with something; following the rules or standards set by something.

Example: The project was completed accordantly with the guidelines provided by the committee.

according

IPA: /əˈkɔrdɪŋ/

KK: /əˈkɔrdɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: In a way that shows agreement or harmony with something.

Example: Not available

adverb

Definition: In a way that is based on or follows something else, often used to show that something is done in agreement with a particular fact or situation.

Example: According to the report, sales have increased this quarter.

verb

Definition: To be in agreement or harmony with something; to act in a way that is consistent with a particular standard or principle.

Example: According to the report, sales have increased this quarter.

accordingly

IPA: /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/

KK: /əˈkɔrdɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is appropriate or suitable based on the situation or information given.

Example: She studied hard for the exam, and accordingly, she passed with flying colors.

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