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Topic: University

alumna

IPA: /əˈlʌmnə/

KK: /əˈlʌmnə/

noun

Definition: A woman who has graduated from or previously attended a school, college, or university.

Example: She is an alumna of Harvard University.

alumnus

IPA: /əˈlʌmnəs/

KK: /əˈlʌmnəs/

noun

Definition: A man who has completed his studies at a school, college, or university, or someone who has previously attended a particular educational institution.

Example: He is an alumnus of Harvard University.

applicant

IPA: /ˈæplɪkənt/

KK: /ˈæplɪkənt/

noun

Definition: A person who formally requests something, often a job or admission to a program.

Example: The applicant submitted her resume and cover letter to the company.

apply

IPA: /əˈplaɪ/

KK: /əˈplaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be relevant or to make a request for something, such as a job or admission.

Example: She decided to apply for a scholarship to help pay for her studies.

transitive verb

Definition: To put something into use or action, often by bringing it into contact with something else.

Example: She decided to apply for a scholarship to help pay for her studies.

apprenticeship

IPA: /əˈprɛntɪsˌʃɪp/

KK: /əˈprɛntɪsˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: A period during which a person learns a skill or trade by working for someone who is experienced in that field.

Example: She completed her apprenticeship as a carpenter before starting her own business.

aptitudinal

IPA: /ˌæp.tɪˈtjuː.dɪ.nəl/

KK: /æpˈtɪtʃʊdɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a person's natural ability or talent for something.

Example: Her aptitudinal skills in mathematics helped her excel in the competition.

architect

IPA: /ˈɑːrkɪtɛkt/

KK: /ˈɑrkɪtɛkt/

noun

Definition: A person who designs buildings and oversees their construction.

Example: The architect presented her plans for the new library to the city council.

aspirant

IPA: /ˈæspɪrənt/

KK: /ˈæspəˌrænt/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is trying to achieve a particular goal or position, often in a competitive environment.

Example: The aspirant politician worked hard to gain the support of the community.

noun

Definition: A person who has a strong desire to achieve something, especially a high position or success.

Example: She is an aspirant to the role of manager in the company.

assessment

IPA: /əˈsɛs.mənt/

KK: /əˈsɛs.mənt/

noun

Definition: A process of evaluating or judging something, often to determine its value or quality.

Example: The teacher gave an assessment to measure the students' understanding of the material.

assignment

IPA: /əˈsaɪnmənt/

KK: /əˈsaɪnmənt/

noun

Definition: A task or piece of work that someone is given to do, often as part of their job or studies.

Example: The teacher gave us an assignment to complete over the weekend.

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