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irradiance

IPA: /ɪˈreɪdiəns/

KK: /ɪˈreɪdiəns/

noun

Definition: The amount of light or radiation that hits a specific area, often measured in watts per square meter or square centimeter.

Example: The irradiance on the solar panel was measured to optimize its energy output.

irradiate

IPA: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪt/

KK: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To emit or send out rays of light or energy.

Example: The sun seems to irradiate warmth and light during the summer.

transitive verb

Definition: To expose something to radiation or to shine light on it, often to kill bacteria or enhance growth.

Example: Farmers often irradiate their produce to ensure it is safe for consumption.

irradiated

IPA: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been exposed to radiation, often resulting in the emission of rays or energy.

Example: The irradiated food was safe to eat after the treatment.

irradiation

IPA: /ɪˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of exposing something to radiation, often used in medical treatments or to preserve food.

Example: The irradiation of the food helped to kill harmful bacteria and extend its shelf life.

irrational

IPA: /ɪˈræʃənl/

KK: /ɪˈræʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Not based on reason or logic; lacking sound judgment or clear thinking.

Example: His decision to quit his job without a backup plan was quite irrational.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that acts in a way that is not based on reason or logic.

Example: His decision to quit his job without a backup plan was seen as an irrational move.

irrationalism

IPA: /ɪˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief system that values feelings, instincts, or nonrational forces over logical reasoning.

Example: Many people criticize irrationalism for ignoring scientific evidence in favor of personal beliefs.

irrationalist

IPA: /ɪˈræʃənəlɪst/

KK: /ɪˈræʃənəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who holds beliefs or ideas that are not based on reason or logic, often rejecting rational thought.

Example: The irrationalist refused to accept scientific evidence, believing instead in unfounded theories.

irrationality

IPA: /ɪˌræʃ.əˈnæl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /ɪˌræʃ.əˈnæl.ɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of not being reasonable or logical; acting without clear thinking or understanding.

Example: His decision was based on pure irrationality rather than facts.

irrationally

IPA: /ɪˈræʃənəli/

KK: /ɪˈræʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that does not make sense or is not based on reason.

Example: He irrationally decided to quit his job without having another one lined up.

irreclaimable

IPA: /ɪrɪˈkleɪməbl/

KK: /ɪrɪˈkleɪməbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be recovered or restored to a previous state.

Example: The factory was left in an irreclaimable condition after the fire.

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