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Language & Communication — Lesson 39

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affirmation

ˌæfɚˈmeɪʃən

A statement or declaration that something is true or certain, often expressing — he nodded in affirmation of our plan.

She gave him an affirmation of his worth.

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affirmative

əˈfɜːrmətɪv

An affirmative statement or answer expresses agreement, confirmation, or a — he nodded in the affirmative.

She gave an affirmative answer to the question.

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affix

ˈæfɪks

A morpheme that is attached to a word stem to create a new word or word form — in the word 'unhappy,' the prefix 'un-' is an affix.

The suffix '-ness' is an affix that turns adjectives into nouns.

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agreed

əˈɡriːd

. Said or decided something after discussing it with — she agreed to help me.

We agreed to meet at the cafe.

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agreeing

əˈɡriːɪŋ

Having the same opinion or view — we are agreeing on the new plan.

We are agreeing on the new plan.

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agreement

əˈɡriːmənt

A mutual arrangement or understanding between two or more parties about how to — are you in agreement with this proposal?

We finally reached an agreement after hours of discussion.

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agreements

əˈɡriːmənts

Formal decisions or promises made by people, organizations, or countries about — international agreements on climate change are important.

We signed an agreement with the local business.

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agrees

əˈɡriːz

Say that something is true or acceptable — she agrees with my decision.

She agrees with my decision.

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ahem

əˈhɛm

A sound made to attract someone's attention or to express hesitation, clearing — the speaker began with a loud ahem.

Ahem, excuse me, could I have your attention?

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airing

ˈerɪŋ

Exposing something to fresh air to dry or refresh it, or a broadcast on — the TV show had its airing last night.

I gave the blankets an airing on the balcony.

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airmail

ˈɛrmeɪl

Mail that is transported by aircraft, usually faster than surface mail — how much does it cost to send a letter airmail?

I sent the documents by airmail so they would arrive quickly.

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airwaves

ˈɛrweɪvz

The radio waves used for broadcasting radio and television signals — the news spread quickly across the airwaves.

The band performed live on the airwaves for the first time.

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