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belligerence

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

noun

Definition: A tendency to be hostile or aggressive, often associated with a willingness to engage in conflict or war.

Example: The country's belligerence made negotiations difficult and strained international relations.

belligerency

IPA: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ə.rən.si/

KK: /bəlˈɪdʒərənsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of being involved in a war or conflict, often characterized by aggressive behavior or hostility.

Example: The belligerency of the two nations led to a prolonged conflict that affected many lives.

belligerent

IPA: //bəˈlɪdʒərənt//

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərənt/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to be aggressive or ready to fight; showing hostility or combativeness.

Example: The belligerent dog barked loudly at anyone who approached its territory.

noun

Definition: A person or group that is aggressive or hostile, especially one involved in conflict or war.

Example: The belligerent nations refused to negotiate a peace treaty.

belligerently

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows aggression or a willingness to fight.

Example: He spoke belligerently during the argument, making the situation more tense.

belong

IPA: /bɪˈlɔŋ/

KK: /bɪˈlɔŋ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be a member of a group or to be part of something; to be in the right place or situation.

Example: I feel like I truly belong in this community.

belongingness

IPA: /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋnəs/

KK: /bɪˈlɔŋɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The feeling or state of being accepted as part of a group or community.

Example: She felt a strong sense of belongingness when she joined the club.

beloved

IPA: //bɪˈlʌv.ɪd//

KK: /bɪˈlʌvɪd/

adjective

Definition: Someone or something that is loved very much.

Example: She is my beloved friend who always supports me.

below

IPA: /bɪˈloʊ/

KK: /bɪˈloʊ/

adjective

Definition: Located at a lower position or level than something else.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

adverb

Definition: In a lower position or place than something else; beneath.

Example: The temperature dropped below freezing last night.

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to something that is situated at a lower level or position.

Example: The temperature is below freezing today.

preposition

Definition: In a lower position than something else; underneath or beneath something.

Example: The cat is hiding below the table.

bemoan

IPA: /bɪˈmoʊn/

KK: /bɪˈmoʊn/

transitive verb

Definition: To express sadness or disappointment about something.

Example: She bemoaned the loss of her favorite book.

bemuddle

IPA: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

KK: /bɪˈmʌdəl/

verb

Definition: To make someone confused or unclear about something.

Example: The complicated instructions bemuddled the students during the exam.

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