Power (Noun) Syllable division: pow·er How to pronounce: UK: /paʊər/ US: /ˈpaʊ.ɚ/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Power
#1 Meaning: When you have the ability to influence and control people or events. Example: > She can do what she wants to do because no one has any power over her. > He has the power to charm and talk to
#2 Meaning: the degree to which an individual or group has political power in a country. Example: > Is the president using his power for the good of the country? > How long can the prime minister be in power before a new election?
#3 Meaning: Being strong Example: > He had enough power to lift the car off his foot. > The economic power of some countries decreased over the last two years.
#4 Meaning: Having legal right to do something. Example: > I wish I had the power to change the law so that I can help you. > Only the manager has the power to exchange or refund your goods.
#5 Meaning: The use or generation of electricity Example: > It is wise to check the powerlines of your house at least once a year. > It is frustrating when there is a storm and some places lose power.
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Faith (Noun) Syllable division: faith How to pronounce: US: [ˈfeɪθ] UK: [ˈfeɪθ]
Audio Pronunciation of the word Faith
#1 Meaning: Having confidence in someone's abilities and goodness. Example: > She placed a great deal of faith in her husband. > He lost his faith in his boss.
#2 Meaning: Believing in a specific religion. Example: > They have strong faith in the catholic religion.
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Contaminated (Verb) Syllable division: con·tam·i·nat·ed How to pronounce: UK: /kənˈtæm.ɪ.neɪt/ US: /kənˈtæm.ə.neɪt/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Contaminated.
Meaning: When something is made poisonous/less pure. Example: > They decided to contaminate the food at the king's party. > When ships break down at sea, the ocean water is contaminated with oil, fuel, etc. > Because she did not clean her wound it became contaminated. > We cannot sell the product because it is contaminated and people can get sick. > Swimming in contaminated water can lead to several infections and diseases.
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Sincere (Adjective) Syllable division: sin·cere How to pronounce: UK: /sɪnˈsɪər/ US: /sɪnˈsɪr/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Sincere
Meaning: When a person is honest without pretending. Example: > She is such a sincere person. > He refused to accept his apology because it was not sincere. > They have a sincere interest in buying the car. > If there is anything I learned during the time I spent with her, is that she is a sincere friend. > The book was written with sincerity.
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Trust (Verb) Syllable division: trust How to pronounce: UK: /trʌst/ US: /trʌst/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Trust
#1 Meaning: When you have faith in someone who is decent and honest and believe that they will not harm you. Example: > I know that I can trust her with my life! > Do you think that it is wise to trust him with your car? > You have got to trust your partner for a relationship to work.
#2 Meaning: When you believe in something that is safe and reliable. Example: > In situations like these you are going to have to trust your instincts. > I do not trust travelling by water because I think that it is unsafe. > He trusts that his scuba gear is ready to be used.
#3 Meaning: When a person's property or money is lawfully held or managed by another person or entity (such as a bank) for a defined period of time. Example: > A lot of parents creates trusts for their children when they are born. > Her parent's property and funds will be held in a trust until she turns 21.
