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horologic

IPA: /həˈrɒlədʒɪk/

KK: /hɔˈrɑlədʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study or measurement of time and the art of making clocks and watches.

Example: The horologic design of the watch showcases intricate craftsmanship and precision.

horological

IPA: /həˈrɒlədʒɪkəl/

KK: /hɔˈrɑlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study and measurement of time, especially in relation to clocks and watches.

Example: The horological museum showcased a variety of antique timepieces.

horologist

IPA: /həˈrɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /həˈrɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is skilled in making or repairing clocks and watches.

Example: The horologist carefully adjusted the intricate gears of the antique clock.

horology

IPA: /həˈrɒlədʒi/

KK: /həˈrɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study and craft of making and measuring timepieces, such as clocks and watches.

Example: He has a deep interest in horology and often repairs antique clocks.

horrendous

IPA: /həˈrɛndəs/

KK: /hɔˈrɛndəs/

adjective

Definition: Extremely bad or shocking; causing horror or disgust.

Example: The movie was so horrendous that I couldn't finish watching it.

horrendously

IPA: /həˈrɛndəsli/

KK: /hɔːˈrɛndəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extremely bad or unpleasant.

Example: The movie was horrendously boring, and I couldn't stay awake.

horrific

IPA: /həˈrɪfɪk/

KK: /hɔˈrɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Causing fear or shock; very frightening.

Example: The movie was so horrific that I couldn't sleep afterwards.

horrifically

IPA: /həˈrɪfɪkli/

KK: /hɔːˈrɪfɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes horror or shock; extremely unpleasant or frightening.

Example: The movie was horrifically scary, making everyone jump in their seats.

horrify

IPA: /ˈhɔːrɪfaɪ/

KK: /hɔːrɪfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone feel very scared or shocked.

Example: The horror movie was so frightening that it horrified the audience.

horrifying

IPA: /həˈrɪfaɪɪŋ/

KK: /hɔːrɪfaɪɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing a strong feeling of fear or shock.

Example: The movie was so horrifying that I couldn't sleep afterwards.

verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel extreme fear or shock.

Example: The movie was so horrifying that I couldn't sleep afterwards.

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