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Topic: Politics

versus

IPA: /ˈvɜːrsəs/

KK: /ˈvɜrsəs/

preposition

Definition: This word is used to indicate a contrast or opposition between two things, often in a legal or competitive context.

Example: In the championship game, the home team will play versus their biggest rivals.

veto

IPA: /ˈviːtoʊ/

KK: /ˈviːtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A formal rejection or prohibition of a proposed action, often by a person in authority.

Example: The president used his veto to block the new law from being enacted.

transitive verb

Definition: To officially reject or stop something, especially a decision or proposal, from being accepted or approved.

Example: The president decided to veto the new law that was passed by Congress.

vetoer

IPA: /ˈviːtoʊər/

KK: /ˈviːtoʊər/

noun

Definition: A person who has the authority to reject or refuse approval for something, such as a law or decision.

Example: The vetoer decided to reject the proposed legislation due to concerns about its impact.

vetted

IPA: /ˈvɛtɪd/

KK: /vɛtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been carefully examined or checked for quality or accuracy, often after a thorough investigation.

Example: The candidates for the job were all vetted to ensure they met the necessary qualifications.

verb

Definition: To have examined or checked something carefully to ensure it is acceptable or suitable.

Example: The committee vetted all the candidates before making a decision.

viable

IPA: /ˈvaɪəbl/

KK: /ˈvaɪəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to live, grow, or succeed in a particular environment or situation.

Example: The team developed a viable solution to the problem that could be implemented quickly.

viably

IPA: /ˈvaɪəblɪ/

KK: /ˈvaɪəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is capable of working successfully or being effective.

Example: The project can be completed viably within the budget.

vicariate

IPA: /vɪˈkɛəriət/

KK: /vɪˈkɛrɪət/

noun

Definition: The position or role of a vicar, which is a representative or deputy of a bishop in the church.

Example: The vicariate oversees several parishes in the region.

vice

IPA: /vaɪs/

KK: /vaɪs/

noun

Definition: A serious moral failing or a bad habit that is considered wrong or immoral.

Example: Greed is often seen as a vice that can lead to negative consequences.

preposition

Definition: This word is used to indicate that something is being done instead of something else or as a substitute.

Example: He chose to work vice taking a vacation this year.

vicegerency

IPA: //vaɪsˈdʒɜːrənsi//

KK: /vaɪsˈdʒɜrənsi/

noun

Definition: The role or authority of a person who acts on behalf of a ruler or leader, often in a governmental capacity.

Example: The vicegerency of the region was held by a trusted advisor to the king.

vicegerent

IPA: //vaɪsˈdʒɪərənt//

KK: /vaɪsˈdʒɪərənt/

noun

Definition: A person who is given the authority to act on behalf of a ruler or leader, often in an administrative role.

Example: The vicegerent managed the kingdom's affairs while the king was away.

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