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Topic: University

sophomore

IPA: /ˈsɒfəmɔːr/

KK: /ˈsɑfəmɔr/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to the second year of study in a school or college, often used to describe students in that year.

Example: As a sophomore, she started to take more advanced classes in her major.

noun

Definition: A student who is in their second year of study at a college or high school in the United States.

Example: As a sophomore, she started to focus more on her major subjects.

sophomoric

IPA: /səˈfɒmərɪk/

KK: /sɑːˈfɑːmərɪk/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of maturity and good judgment, often characterized by overconfidence and superficial knowledge.

Example: His sophomoric remarks during the discussion revealed his inexperience.

sorority

IPA: /səˈrɔːrɪti/

KK: /səˈrɔrɪti/

noun

Definition: A social group for women students at a college or university, often identified by Greek letters, that focuses on friendship and community.

Example: She joined a sorority to meet new friends and participate in campus activities.

sourcebook

IPA: /ˈsɔːrsbʊk/

KK: /ˈsɔrsˌbʊk/

noun

Definition: A book that provides information or references for academic or research purposes, often containing primary documents or records.

Example: The professor recommended a sourcebook for students to use in their research projects.

specialisation

IPA: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of focusing on a specific area of study or work, often leading to expertise in that area.

Example: Her specialisation in marine biology has allowed her to work on important conservation projects.

specialise

IPA: //ˈspɛʃəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To focus on a particular area of study or work, becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialise in marine biology during her studies.

specialism

IPA: /ˈspɛʃ.ə.lɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A specific area of study or work that someone focuses on, often requiring special knowledge or skills.

Example: Her specialism in marine biology has led her to work on important conservation projects.

specialist

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a specific area or field, often in medicine or a particular profession.

Example: The specialist was able to diagnose the rare disease quickly.

specialization

IPA: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of focusing on a specific area of study or work, often leading to expertise in that field.

Example: Her specialization in marine biology has allowed her to work on important conservation projects.

specialize

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of work, study, or activity, often becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialize in marine biology during her studies.

transitive verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of study or work, often becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialize in marine biology during her studies.

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