IPA: /dɪˈfeɪm/
KK: /dɪˈfeɪm/
Definition: To harm someone's reputation by making false statements about them.
Example: The article aimed to defame the politician by spreading lies about his past.
IPA: /dɪˈfeɪmər/
KK: /dɪˈfeɪmər/
Definition: A person who speaks badly about someone else, damaging their reputation.
Example: The journalist was accused of being a defamer after publishing false information about the celebrity.
IPA: /dɪˈfɛmɪlɚaɪz/
KK: /dɪˈfɛmɪlɚaɪz/
Definition: To make something seem strange or unfamiliar, often to help people see it in a new way.
Example: The artist aimed to defamiliarize everyday objects to encourage viewers to think differently about them.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːzəns/
KK: /dɪˈfiːzəns/
Definition: A legal term referring to a clause or provision in a contract that allows for the cancellation or annulment of the contract under certain conditions.
Example: The contract included a defeasance clause that allowed either party to terminate the agreement if specific conditions were met.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːzəˌbɪlɪti/
KK: /dɪˈfiːzəˌbɪlɪti/
Definition: The condition of being able to be annulled or invalidated; it refers to something that can be undone or revoked under certain circumstances.
Example: The defeasibility of the contract allows either party to withdraw under specific conditions.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːzəbl/
KK: /dɪˈfiːzəbl/
Definition: Able to be canceled or made invalid.
Example: The contract included a defeasible clause that allowed either party to withdraw under certain conditions.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːtɪzəm/
KK: /dɪˈfitɪzəm/
Definition: A way of thinking where a person believes that failure is inevitable and does not try to change the situation.
Example: His defeatism prevented him from taking any action to improve his circumstances.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːtɪst/
KK: /dɪˈfitɪst/
Definition: Relating to a belief that defeat is inevitable or that failure is expected.
Example: His defeatist attitude made it hard for the team to stay motivated during tough times.
Definition: A person who believes that defeat is inevitable or who has a negative attitude towards success.
Example: Despite the challenges, she refused to be a defeatist and continued to strive for her goals.
IPA: /dɪˈfiːtʃər/
KK: /dɪˈfiːtʃər/
Definition: The act of causing something to lose its original form or appearance, often resulting in damage or disfigurement.
Example: The artist's work was criticized for its defeature, which altered the original beauty of the sculpture.
IPA: /dɪˈfɛkʃən/
KK: /dɪˈfɛkʃən/
Definition: A situation where someone leaves a group or organization to join another, often for political reasons.
Example: His defection from the party surprised everyone.
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