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adverse

/ˈædvərs/

ad · verse ˈæd · vərs

English Definition

adj. unfavorable or harmful

中文释义

不利的，有害的

Significado en Español

adverso, desfavorable

한국어 뜻

불리한, 해로운

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

bất lợi, có hại

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

ad-(towards)+vers(turn)→turn towards an unfavorable direction

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Common questions about “adverse”

What does “adverse” mean?

adverse — adj. unfavorable or harmful. In Chinese: 不利的，有害的.

How do you pronounce “adverse”?

adverse is pronounced /ˈædvərs/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ad · verse.

Is “adverse” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. adverse appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “adverse”?

ad-(towards)+vers(turn)→turn towards an unfavorable direction

Progress / 学习进度

35 / 804

4% through this level

Mastered: 0 / 804 (0%)

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