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adversary
Definition:
(nou) someone who offers opposition
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈædvəsəri
Examples:
The doctor is the antagonist and diabolical adversary of the novel.
The oblivious adversary is sometimes referred to as the weak adversary.
The second level is misperceptions of the adversary.
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Common mistakes of adversary pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ad-VER-sary" instead of "AD-ver-sary" (/ˈæd.vɚˌsɛr.i/ in US, /ˈæd.və.sə.ri/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Pronouncing "adversary" with a short "a" as in "cat" can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation uses a broad "a" sound as in "bad" (/æ/). Tip: Practice the initial vowel sound by saying "ad" clearly.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some may say "adversary" with too much emphasis on the last syllable, sounding like "adversar-Y." The correct stress pattern is on the first and secondary stress on the third syllable. Tip: Focus on a balanced rhythm.
- Dropping the "d": A common mistake is to omit the "d" sound, pronouncing it as "aversary." This changes the word entirely. The "d" is essential in the correct pronunciation (/d/ is present). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "d" clearly.
- Confusing with "adversarial": Learners sometimes mix "adversary" with "adversarial," leading to mispronunciation. "Adversary" has three syllables, while "adversarial" has four. Tip: Break down each word into syllables to avoid confusion.