categorical - Master This Word
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categorical Word Meanings
- absolute or unqualified
- related to categories
- expressing something clearly and unequivocally
categorical Example Sentences
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categorical Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˌkæt.ɪˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl/
US
/ˌkæt.əˈɡɔr.ɪ.kəl/
categorical Word Etymology
Root decomposition: 'category' (from Greek 'katēgoria') + suffix '-ical'. Historical origin: Greek → Latin 'categoricus' → Old French → English. Memory image: Imagine a clear and distinct filing cabinet where each drawer represents a specific category, helping you remember that categorical means clearly defined and separate.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'categorical'?
A.A statement that is unclear
B.Absolute and unconditional
C.A type of categorization
D.A vague expression
Step 2: Usage
Choose the sentence that uses 'categorical' correctly.
A.The categorical tree in the forest was beautiful during the fall.
B.His apology was categorical, leaving no room for doubt about his intentions.
C.She made a categorical prediction about the weather tomorrow.
D.His apology was categorical by nature.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'categorical'?
A.Unconditional
B.Conditional
C.Ambiguous
D.Tentative
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'categorical'?
A.Indeterminate
B.Absolute
C.Certain
D.Clear
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where someone might make a categorical statement?
A.The speaker left no uncertainty about the policy changes.
B.He was very decisive about his plans for the weekend.
C.She will definitely attend the meeting, without any doubts.
D.The guidelines provided were not very clear in some areas.
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