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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

externalism

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜrnəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrnəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A focus on outside factors or appearances rather than on internal aspects or qualities.

Example: The philosopher argued that externalism overlooks the importance of internal beliefs and motivations.

externality

IPA: /ˌɛkˈstɜrnəˌlɪti/

KK: /ɛkˈstɜrnəlɪti/

noun

Definition: A situation where a decision or action has effects on others that are not reflected in the costs or benefits of that decision, often seen in economics and environmental issues.

Example: Pollution is often considered an externality because it affects people who are not involved in the production process.

externalization

IPA: /ɪkˌstɜrnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪkˌstɜrnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something external or visible, often referring to expressing thoughts or feelings outwardly.

Example: The externalization of her emotions helped her feel more at peace.

externalize

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜːrnəlaɪz/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrnəlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something external or visible, often by expressing inner thoughts or feelings outwardly.

Example: She decided to externalize her emotions through art instead of keeping them inside.

externally

IPA: /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

KK: /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the outside or surface of something.

Example: The building was externally renovated to improve its appearance.

exteroceptive

IPA: /ɛkˌstɛrəˈsɛptɪv/

KK: /ɛkˌstɛrəˈsɛptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to sensations or responses that come from outside the body, such as touch, sight, or sound.

Example: The exteroceptive senses help us understand our environment by detecting external stimuli.

exteroceptor

IPA: /ɛkˈstɛrəˌsɛptər/

KK: /ɛkˈstɛrəˌsɛptər/

noun

Definition: A type of sense organ that detects and reacts to external stimuli from the environment, such as sound, light, or touch.

Example: The exteroceptor in the ear allows us to hear sounds from our surroundings.

exterritorial

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈtɛrɪˌtɔːrɪəl/

KK: /ɛkstrəˈtɛriəˌtɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a legal jurisdiction that extends beyond the boundaries of a specific territory or country.

Example: The embassy operates under extraterritorial laws, meaning it is not subject to the host country's regulations.

extinction

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of a species, group, or type of organism ceasing to exist or being completely wiped out.

Example: Many species are at risk of extinction due to habitat loss and climate change.

extinctive

IPA: /ɪkˈstɪŋktɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈstɪŋktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of causing something to become extinct or to cease to exist.

Example: The extinctive forces of climate change are threatening many species.

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