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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

eccentrically

IPA: /ɪˈsɛntrɪkli/

KK: /ɪˈsɛntrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unusual or different from what is considered normal or expected.

Example: She dressed eccentrically, wearing bright colors and mismatched patterns.

eccentricity

IPA: /ˌɛk.sɛnˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/

KK: /ɪkˈsɛntrɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being unusual or different from what is generally accepted or expected.

Example: Her eccentricity made her stand out in a crowd, as she often wore mismatched clothes and spoke in a unique way.

ecchymosis

IPA: /ˌɛkɪˈmoʊsɪs/

KK: /ˌɛkɪˈmoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where blood leaks from damaged blood vessels into the skin or tissues, causing a purple or blue discoloration.

Example: After the fall, she had a large ecchymosis on her arm that took weeks to heal.

ecchymotic

IPA: /ˌɛkɪˈmoʊtɪk/

KK: /ɛkɪˈmoʊtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a type of bruise where blood leaks into the skin, causing discoloration.

Example: After the fall, she had an ecchymotic mark on her arm that took days to heal.

ecclesia

IPA: /ɪˈkliːziə/

KK: /ɪˈklɛziə/

noun

Definition: A group of people gathered for religious worship or a political assembly in ancient Greece.

Example: The ecclesia met to discuss important matters of the city-state.

ecclesial

IPA: /ɪˈkliːziəl/

KK: /ɪˈklizəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a church or its activities, teachings, or organization.

Example: The ecclesial community gathered for the annual service.

ecclesiastic

IPA: /ɪˈkliːziˌæstɪk/

KK: /ɪˈklizɪˌæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the Christian church or its clergy.

Example: The ecclesiastic authority made a decision regarding the new church policies.

noun

Definition: A member of the clergy or a religious leader, often involved in church activities and services.

Example: The ecclesiastic delivered a powerful sermon during the Sunday service.

ecclesiastical

IPA: /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪkəl/

KK: /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a church or its organization, often used to describe things like church architecture or clothing.

Example: The cathedral is known for its beautiful ecclesiastical design.

ecclesiasticism

IPA: /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪsɪzəm/

KK: /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The principles, practices, and activities related to the church or clergy, often emphasizing strict adherence to religious forms.

Example: His writings reflect a deep understanding of ecclesiasticism and its impact on society.

ecclesiological

IPA: /ɪˌkliːzɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /ɪˌklɛziəˈlɑgɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of the church, its structure, and its role in society.

Example: The conference focused on ecclesiological issues that affect modern worship practices.

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