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Topic: Science

discrepant

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɛpənt/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɛpənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is different or not in agreement with something else.

Example: The two reports were discrepant, leading to confusion about the actual facts.

discrete

IPA: /dɪˈskrit/

KK: /dɪˈskrit/

adjective

Definition: Made up of separate and distinct parts that are not connected to each other.

Example: The data was collected in discrete categories to make analysis easier.

discretely

IPA: /dɪsˈkriːtli/

KK: /dɪsˈkriːtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is separate or distinct from others; individually or independently.

Example: The two projects were handled discretely to avoid any confusion.

discreteness

IPA: /dɪsˈkriːtnəs/

KK: /dɪsˈkriːtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being separate or distinct from others.

Example: The discreteness of the data points made it easier to analyze the results.

discriminable

IPA: /dɪˈskrɪmɪnəbl/

KK: /dɪˈskrɪmɪnəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be recognized or distinguished from something else.

Example: The two colors are discriminable from each other even in low light.

discriminant

IPA: //dɪsˈkrɪmɪnənt//

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪnənt/

noun

Definition: A mathematical term that helps to determine the nature of the roots of a polynomial equation, often used to distinguish between different types of solutions.

Example: In algebra, the discriminant of a quadratic equation can tell you whether the solutions are real or complex.

discriminative

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪnətɪv/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪnətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to recognize or show differences between things.

Example: The discriminative nature of the test allowed it to identify subtle variations in the samples.

disease

IPA: /dɪˈziːz/

KK: /dɪˈziz/

noun

Definition: A harmful condition that affects the normal functioning of a part of the body or an organism, often caused by infections, genetic issues, or environmental factors, and usually shown by specific signs or symptoms.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a rare disease that required immediate treatment.

diseased

IPA: /dɪˈziːzd/

KK: /dɪˈzizd/

adjective

Definition: Having a disease or illness; not healthy or in good condition.

Example: The doctor examined the diseased plants to determine the cause of their poor health.

disembogue

IPA: /dɪsɛmˈboʊɡ/

KK: /dɪsɛmˈboʊg/

intransitive verb

Definition: To flow out or empty, especially referring to water coming from a channel into a larger body of water.

Example: The river disembogues into the ocean, carrying with it all the sediment from the land.

transitive verb

Definition: To flow out or discharge, especially water from a river or stream into a larger body of water.

Example: The river will disembogue into the ocean after a long journey.

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