IPA: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪsɪzəm/
KK: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪsɪzəm/
Definition: The study or practice of specialized knowledge that is intended for a small group of people, often related to spiritual or mystical beliefs.
Example: Many ancient cultures had their own forms of esotericism that were passed down through secret teachings.
IPA: /ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/
KK: /ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/
Definition: The act of secretly gathering information about someone or something, often for political or military purposes.
Example: The government increased its efforts in espionage to gather intelligence on foreign threats.
IPA: /ɪˈspaʊzl/
KK: /ɪˈspaʊzl/
Definition: The act of adopting or supporting a particular idea, cause, or belief, often in a formal way.
Example: Her espousal of environmental issues has inspired many to take action.
IPA: /ɪˈspaʊz/
KK: /ɪˈspaʊz/
Definition: To adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life.
Example: Many activists espouse the importance of environmental protection.
IPA: /ɪˈspaɪ/
KK: /ɪˈspaɪ/
Definition: To see or notice something that is not easily visible or is far away.
Example: From the top of the hill, I could espy the distant mountains.
IPA: /ɛˈseɪɪŋ/
KK: /ɛˈseɪɪŋ/
Definition: A trial or attempt to do something, often used in the context of writing or testing ideas.
Example: Her essaying of new ideas in her writing led to a unique style.
Definition: To try or attempt something, often in a formal or literary context.
Example: She is essaying a new approach to solving the problem.
IPA: /ˈɛseɪɪst/
KK: /ˈɛseɪɪst/
Definition: A person who writes essays, which are short pieces of writing on a particular subject.
Example: The essayist shared her thoughts on the importance of education in her latest article.
IPA: /ˌɛseɪˈɪstɪk/
KK: /ɛˈseɪɪstɪk/
Definition: This word describes something that is connected to essays or has qualities similar to those found in essays.
Example: The author's essayistic style makes complex ideas easier to understand.
IPA: /ˈɛsəns/
KK: /ˈɛsəns/
Definition: The basic nature or most important quality of something, often referring to its core characteristics or spirit.
Example: The essence of her argument was that everyone deserves equal rights.
IPA: /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
KK: /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
Definition: Something that is very important and necessary for a particular purpose or situation.
Example: Water is essential for all living things.
Definition: A basic or necessary thing that is very important for a particular purpose or situation.
Example: Water is an essential for all living beings.
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