Ghost (Noun & Verb) Syllable division: ghost How to pronounce: UK: /ɡəʊst/ US: /ɡoʊst/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Ghost
Ghost as a noun #1 Meaning: A dead person's spirit, which some people think appears to living people. Example: > I believed in ghosts as a child. > They think that their house is being haunted by the ghost of the man who was murdered in the living room.
#2 Meaning: A recollection of something or someone unpleasant. Example: > The ghost of her abusive ex-boyfriend still haunts her on weekends.
Ghost as a verb #1 Meaning: When writing something (book, article, etc.) for someone else to publish/use as their own. Example: > Most of the books she published was ghosted for her.
#2 Meaning: When you suddenly end a relationship with someone by "breaking" all forms of communication with that person and avoid them. Example: > We just went on a date last night... I don't understand why he ghosted me?
#3 Meaning: To get somewhere swiftly, effortlessly, and silently. Example: > She sneaked into the building and ghosted through the lobby.
Encourage (Verb) Syllable division: en·cour·age How to pronounce: UK: /ɪnˈkʌr.ɪdʒ/ US: /ɪnˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Encourage
#1 Meaning: To increase the likelihood of someone doing something or something happening. Example: > This website encourages non-native speakers to learn one new word every day! > The school likes to encourage their students to participate in sport.
#2 Meaning: When you speak or act in a way that inspires someone to do something. Example: > My parents have always encouraged me in everything I wanted to do. > Our boss likes to encourage us to keep on working hard.
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Delicious (Adjective) Syllable division: de·li·cious How to pronounce: UK: /dɪˈlɪʃ.əs/ US: /dɪˈlɪʃ.əs/
Audio Pronunciation of the word Delicious
#1 Meaning: When something has an appealing taste or fragrance. Example: > She bakes the most delicious desserts! > The delicious smell of freshly baked bread made me hungry. > He loves the delicious smell of coffee early in the morning.
#2 Meaning: When you find an activity or situation very appealing. Example: > She always has a delicious bit of gossip to tell when we hang out. > He has a delicious sense of humour when it comes to politics.
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