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apocalypse

IPA: /əˈpɒkəˌlɪps/

KK: /əˈpɑkəˌlɪps/

noun

Definition: A term used to describe a catastrophic event that leads to the end of the world or a significant transformation, often associated with destruction and revelation.

Example: Many people fear that climate change could lead to an apocalypse if we do not take action soon.

apocalyptic

IPA: /əˈpɒklɪptɪk/

KK: /əˈpɑːkəˌlɪptɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that relates to a catastrophic event or a complete destruction, often with a sense of prophecy or revelation.

Example: The movie depicted an apocalyptic world where humanity struggled to survive after a global disaster.

apocalyptically

IPA: /əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪkli/

KK: /əˌpɑː.kəˈlɪp.tɪ.kli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that suggests a future disaster or great destruction.

Example: The world was changing apocalyptically, with signs of chaos everywhere.

apocalypticism

IPA: /əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪsɪm/

KK: /əˌpɑːkəˈlɪptɪsɪm/

noun

Definition: A belief or doctrine that predicts the end of the world, often involving a final battle between good and evil and the establishment of a new order.

Example: Many religious groups hold apocalypticism as a central part of their beliefs about the future.

apocalyptist

IPA: /əˈpɒk.ə.lɪp.tɪst/

KK: /əˈpɑː.kə.lɪp.tɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who interprets or writes about the end of the world or a major catastrophe, often in a religious or prophetic context.

Example: The apocalyptist shared his visions of the future during the seminar.

apocrine

IPA: /əˈpɒkraɪn/

KK: /əˈpɒkraɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of gland that releases a part of its cell along with the substances it produces.

Example: The apocrine glands are responsible for producing sweat that has a distinct odor.

apocrypha

IPA: /əˈpɒkrɪfə/

KK: /əˈpɒkrɪfə/

noun

Definition: Certain writings that some Christians accept as part of the Holy Scriptures, while others do not; these texts are often considered to have uncertain authorship or authority.

Example: The apocrypha includes books that are not found in the standard Bible used by many denominations.

apocryphally

IPA: /əˈpɒkrɪfəli/

KK: /əˈpɒkrɪfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to stories or texts that are not officially accepted as genuine or true.

Example: The tale was told apocryphally, leaving many to question its authenticity.

apoenzyme

IPA: //ˈeɪ.poʊ.ɛn.zaɪm//

KK: /ˈæpoʊˌɛnzaɪm/

noun

Definition: A type of protein that, when combined with a coenzyme, becomes part of an active enzyme that can catalyze reactions.

Example: The apoenzyme needs a coenzyme to become active and perform its function in the cell.

apogean

IPA: /əˈpoʊdʒiən/

KK: /əˈpoʊdʒiən/

adjective

Definition: Related to the highest point in the orbit of a celestial body, especially the point farthest from the Earth.

Example: The satellite reached its apogean position before beginning its descent.

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