IPA: /əˈsteɪtɪk/
KK: /ə'stætɪk/
Definition: Describing something that lacks a specific direction or is unstable, often used in physics to refer to systems that do not have a consistent orientation.
Example: The astatic system was designed to minimize directional bias in the measurements.
IPA: //ˈæstəˌtaɪn//
KK: /ˈæstəˌtaɪn/
Definition: A highly unstable and radioactive element that is part of the halogen group, similar to iodine, and has a very short half-life.
Example: Astatine is one of the rarest elements on Earth and is used in some types of cancer treatment.
IPA: /ˈæstrəˌleɪb/
KK: /ˈæstrəˌleɪb/
Definition: A historical tool used to measure the position of stars and planets in the sky, helping people understand astronomy and navigation.
Example: The ancient sailors relied on the astrolabe to guide their ships across the ocean.
IPA: /ˌæstrəˈnɔtɪk/
KK: /ˈæstrəˌnɔtɪk/
Definition: Relating to the science and technology of space travel and exploration.
Example: The astronautic achievements of the last decade have expanded our understanding of the universe.
IPA: /ˌæstrəˈnɔtɪkəl/
KK: /ˌæstrəˈnɔtɪkəl/
Example: The astronautical engineering program at the university focuses on spacecraft design.
IPA: /ˌæstrəˈnɒmɪkəl/
KK: /æstrəˈnɑmɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to very large sizes or amounts, often used to describe something that is extremely great or immense.
Example: The costs of the project were astronomical, far exceeding our initial budget.
IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪkəl/
KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the branch of astronomy that deals with the physical properties and behavior of celestial bodies and the universe.
Example: The astrophysical phenomena observed in distant galaxies can provide insights into the origins of the universe.
IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪkli/
KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪkli/
Definition: In a way that relates to the branch of science that deals with the physical properties and phenomena of celestial bodies and the universe.
Example: The stars are studied astrophysically to understand their formation and evolution.
IPA: /əˈtæktɪk/
KK: /əˈtæktɪk/
Definition: Describing a type of polymer or macromolecule where the arrangement of its parts is random and lacks a regular structure.
Example: The atactic polymer has a unique property due to its random arrangement of subunits.
IPA: /ˌætəˈræksiə/
KK: /əˈtær.ə.k.si.ə/
Definition: A state of calmness and peace of mind, free from emotional disturbance or anxiety.
Example: After practicing meditation for several months, she finally achieved a sense of ataraxia.
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