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Topic: Politics

abut

IPA: /əˈbʌt/

KK: /əˈbət/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be next to or share a boundary with something else.

Example: The two properties abut each other, sharing a common boundary.

transitive verb

Definition: To be next to something or to touch at one end.

Example: The two properties abut each other, sharing a common boundary.

abutting

IPA: /əˈbʌtɪŋ/

KK: /əˈbʌtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is next to or touching another thing.

Example: The abutting properties share a common fence.

verb

Definition: To be next to or have a common boundary with something else.

Example: The two properties are abutting each other, creating a shared fence line.

accede

IPA: //əkˈsiːd//

KK: /əkˈsiːd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To agree to a request or demand, or to accept a position or role, often after some time or consideration.

Example: After much deliberation, the committee decided to accede to the proposal.

acceder

IPA: /əˈsiːdər/

KK: /əˈsiːdər/

noun

Definition: A person who agrees to or accepts something, especially in a formal way.

Example: The new member of the committee is an acceder who supports the proposed changes.

acceptant

IPA: //əkˈsɛptənt//

KK: /ək'sɛptənt/

adjective

Definition: Willing to receive or agree to something.

Example: She was very acceptant of the changes in the project.

accession

IPA: //əkˈsɛʃən//

KK: /ækˈsɛʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of gaining entry or the right to use something. It can also refer to an increase or addition, especially in terms of property or value.

Example: The accession of new members to the organization has strengthened its influence.

transitive verb

Definition: To add something to a collection or record, especially in a systematic way, such as when a museum includes new items.

Example: The curator is accessioning the newly acquired paintings into the collection.

acclamation

IPA: /əˌklæməˈʃɛn/

KK: /əˌklæməˈʃən/

noun

Definition: A loud and enthusiastic expression of approval or praise, often shown through cheers or applause. It can also refer to a way of voting where people show their support without using a formal ballot.

Example: The proposal was accepted by acclamation, with everyone cheering in agreement.

accommodative

IPA: /əˈkɒmədeɪtɪv/

KK: /əˈkɑːməˌdeɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Willing to help or make adjustments to meet the needs of others.

Example: The hotel staff was very accommodative, ensuring all our needs were met during our stay.

accomplice

IPA: /əˈkɒmplɪs/

KK: /əˈkɑmplɪs/

noun

Definition: A person who helps another in doing something wrong or illegal, especially in a crime.

Example: The police arrested the accomplice who helped the robber escape.

accord

IPA: /əˈkɔrd/

KK: /əˈkɔrd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be in agreement or harmony with someone or something.

Example: The two parties accord on the terms of the contract.

noun

Definition: An agreement or harmony between people or groups, often involving a settlement of differences or conflicting opinions.

Example: The two countries reached an accord to end the conflict peacefully.

transitive verb

Definition: To give or grant something to someone, especially something that is deserved or appropriate. It can also mean to make things agree or be in harmony with each other.

Example: The committee decided to accord the award to the most deserving candidate.

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