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Topic: Politics

minister

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪstər/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪstər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take care of or help others, especially in a religious or supportive way.

Example: The volunteers ministered to the needs of the community during the crisis.

noun

Definition: A person who holds a high position in government or religion, often responsible for leading a department or performing religious duties.

Example: The minister announced new policies to improve education in the country.

transitive verb

Definition: To give or provide something, especially in a formal or official way.

Example: The priest will minister the sacrament to the congregation during the service.

ministerial

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪəriəl/

KK: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the duties and functions of a government minister or a religious minister.

Example: The ministerial meeting focused on improving public health policies.

ministerially

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪəriəli/

KK: /ˌmɪnɪˈstɪrɪəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a minister or the duties of a minister.

Example: The decisions were made ministerially, reflecting the authority of the government.

ministration

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

KK: /mɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of providing help or service to others, often in a religious or supportive context.

Example: The church's ministration included providing food and shelter to those in need.

ministry

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪstri/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪstri/

noun

Definition: A part of the government that is responsible for a specific area, led by a minister.

Example: The ministry of education announced new policies for schools.

minority

IPA: /mɪˈnɔːrɪti/

KK: /mɪˈnɔrɪti/

noun

Definition: A group of people who have less power or representation compared to other groups in society, often distinguished by race, religion, or other characteristics.

Example: The minority group fought for their rights and representation in the government.

misadvise

IPA: /ˌmɪsədˈvaɪz/

KK: /mɪsədˈvaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To give incorrect advice to someone.

Example: He misadvised her on how to invest her money.

misalignment

IPA: /ˌmɪsəˈlaɪnmənt/

KK: /ˌmɪsəˈlaɪnmənt/

noun

Definition: The condition where things are not properly aligned or positioned correctly.

Example: The misalignment of the wheels caused the car to pull to one side.

misalliance

IPA: /ˌmɪsəˈlaɪəns/

KK: /mɪsəˈlaɪəns/

noun

Definition: A partnership or connection that is considered inappropriate or unsuitable, often referring to a marriage between people who are not well-matched.

Example: Their misalliance caused much gossip in the community.

misallied

IPA: /ˌmɪs.əˈlaɪd/

KK: /mɪsˈæl.aɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where two parties are incorrectly joined or associated with each other.

Example: The misallied groups struggled to work together effectively due to their differing goals.

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