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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

syncretic

IPA: /sɪnˈkrɛtɪk/

KK: /sɪnˈkrɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the combination of different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system.

Example: The artist's work is syncretic, blending styles from various cultures into a unique piece.

syncretism

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The process of combining different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system, often seen in religion or philosophy.

Example: The new religion was a result of syncretism, blending elements from various faiths.

syncretist

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who tries to bring together different beliefs, ideas, or groups that usually do not agree with each other.

Example: The syncretist worked hard to find common ground between the two opposing factions.

syncretistic

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a combination or blending of different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system.

Example: The syncretistic approach in the project allowed for the integration of various cultural perspectives.

syncretize

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtaɪz/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To bring together different ideas, beliefs, or practices into a single system, often with some blending or compromise.

Example: The two religions began to syncretize their rituals to create a more unified practice.

transitive verb

Definition: To bring together different beliefs or ideas into a single system, often blending them in a way that may not fully satisfy all original elements.

Example: The new philosophy aims to syncretize various cultural traditions into a cohesive worldview.

syncytial

IPA: /sɪnˈsɪʃəl/

KK: /sɪnˈsɪʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of tissue formed from the fusion of multiple cells, which share a common cytoplasm and are not separated by cell membranes.

Example: The syncytial structure of the muscle tissue allows for coordinated contractions.

syncytium

IPA: /sɪnˈsɪtʃiəm/

KK: /sɪnˈsɪt̬iəm/

noun

Definition: A large cell that has multiple nuclei and is formed by the merging of several cells together, often found in certain tissues like muscle.

Example: The syncytium in skeletal muscle allows for coordinated contraction across a large area.

syndactylism

IPA: /sɪnˈdæktɪlɪzəm/

KK: /sɪnˈdæktɪlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition where two or more fingers or toes are joined together.

Example: The doctor explained that syndactylism can be corrected with surgery.

syndactyly

IPA: /sɪnˈdæktɪli/

KK: /sɪnˈdæktɪli/

noun

Definition: A condition where two or more fingers or toes are joined together, often present at birth.

Example: The baby was born with syndactyly, having two of her toes fused together.

syndesis

IPA: /sɪnˈdiːsɪs/

KK: /sɪnˈdiːsɪs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being joined or connected together, often used in a biological or anatomical context.

Example: In biology, syndesis refers to the binding of two structures, such as chromosomes, during cell division.

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