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anticlimax

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈklaɪmæks/

KK: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪmæks/

noun

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.

anticline

IPA: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪn/

KK: /ˈæntɪˌklaɪn/

noun

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.

anticlotting

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈklɒtɪŋ/

KK: /æntiˈklɑtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that helps to stop blood clots from forming.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anticlotting medication to prevent any complications during surgery.

anticoagulant

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈkoʊəɡjʊlənt/

KK: /æntiˈkoʊəɡjələnt/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to prevent blood from clotting.

Example: The doctor prescribed an anticoagulant to help prevent blood clots.

noun

Definition: A substance that stops blood from clotting.

Example: Doctors often prescribe anticoagulants to prevent blood clots in patients.

anticodon

IPA: /ˈæntɪˌkoʊdɒn/

KK: /ˈæntɪˌkoʊdɒn/

noun

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.

anticolonial

IPA: /ˌæntɪˈkoʊniəl/

KK: /æntiˈkoʊniəl/

adjective

Definition: Opposed to or resisting colonial rule and influence.

Example: The country's leaders adopted an anticolonial stance to fight against foreign domination.

anticolonialism

IPA: /ˌæntiˈkoʊləˌnɪzəm/

KK: /ˌæntiˈkoʊləˌnɪzəm/

noun

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.

anticommunism

IPA: /ˌæntiˈkɒmjʊnɪzəm/

KK: /æntiˈkɑːmjʊnɪzəm/

noun

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.

anticommunist

IPA: /ˌæntiˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

KK: /ˌæntiˈkɑːmjʊnɪst/

adjective

Definition: Opposed to the beliefs and principles of communism.

Example: The anticommunist movement gained momentum during the Cold War.

noun

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.

anticompetitive

IPA: /ˌænti.kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/

KK: /ˌæntiˈkɒmpəˌtɪtɪv/

adjective

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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