IPA: /ˌæntɪˈklaɪmæks/
KK: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪmæks/
Definition: A situation or event that is much less exciting or important than what was expected, often following something more impressive.
Example: The movie built up to an exciting climax, but the ending felt like an anticlimax.
IPA: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪn/
KK: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪn/
Definition: A geological formation where layers of rock bend upward, creating a peak with slopes that go down on both sides.
Example: The anticline formed a natural barrier that influenced the local landscape.
IPA: /ˌæntɪˈklɒtɪŋ/
KK: /æntiˈklɑtɪŋ/
Definition: Describing something that helps to stop blood clots from forming.
Example: The doctor prescribed an anticlotting medication to prevent any complications during surgery.
IPA: /ˌæntɪˈkoʊəɡjʊlənt/
KK: /æntiˈkoʊəɡjələnt/
Definition: Having the ability to prevent blood from clotting.
Example: The doctor prescribed an anticoagulant to help prevent blood clots.
Definition: A substance that stops blood from clotting.
Example: Doctors often prescribe anticoagulants to prevent blood clots in patients.
IPA: /ˈæntɪˌkoʊdɒn/
KK: /ˈæntɪˌkoʊdɒn/
Definition: A group of three nucleotides in transfer RNA that pairs with a matching sequence in messenger RNA to help build proteins.
Example: The anticodon on the tRNA matched the codon on the mRNA during translation.
IPA: /ˌæntɪˈkoʊniəl/
KK: /æntiˈkoʊniəl/
Definition: Opposed to or resisting colonial rule and influence.
Example: The country's leaders adopted an anticolonial stance to fight against foreign domination.
IPA: /ˌæntiˈkoʊləˌnɪzəm/
KK: /ˌæntiˈkoʊləˌnɪzəm/
Definition: A movement or ideology that fights against the control and domination of one country over another, particularly in the context of historical colonial rule.
Example: The rise of anticolonialism in the 20th century led to many countries gaining independence from colonial powers.
IPA: /ˌæntiˈkɒmjʊnɪzəm/
KK: /æntiˈkɑːmjʊnɪzəm/
Definition: The belief or ideology that opposes communism and supports capitalist principles.
Example: During the Cold War, many countries adopted anticommunism as a central part of their foreign policy.
IPA: /ˌæntiˈkɒmjʊnɪst/
KK: /ˌæntiˈkɑːmjʊnɪst/
Definition: Opposed to the beliefs and principles of communism.
Example: The anticommunist movement gained momentum during the Cold War.
Definition: A person who is against the ideas and practices of communism.
Example: During the Cold War, many people identified as anticommunists to oppose the spread of communist ideology.
IPA: /ˌænti.kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/
KK: /ˌæntiˈkɒmpəˌtɪtɪv/
Definition: Describing actions or practices that prevent or reduce competition between businesses.
Example: The new law aims to eliminate anticompetitive practices in the market.
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