IPA: /ˌhaɪpərˈkrɪtɪsɪzəm/
KK: /haɪpərˈkrɪtɪsɪzəm/
Definition: Excessive or harsh criticism that is often unfair or overly severe.
Example: The author's work faced hypercriticism from reviewers who seemed to focus only on its flaws.
IPA: //ˌhaɪpərɪˈfɪʃənt//
KK: /haɪpərɪˈfɪʃənt/
Definition: Very effective and productive, achieving maximum results with minimal waste or effort.
Example: The new software is hyperefficient, allowing the team to complete tasks in half the usual time.
IPA: /haɪˈpɪr.i.ə.mɪə/
KK: /haɪˈpɪr.i.ə.mɪə/
Definition: An increase in blood flow to a specific area of the body, often causing redness and swelling.
Example: The doctor explained that hyperemia can occur after exercise due to increased blood flow to the muscles.
IPA: /haɪˈpɛrɪmɪk/
KK: /haɪˈpɪrɪmɪk/
Definition: Relating to a condition where there is an increased amount of blood in a particular area of the body.
Example: The doctor noted that the patient's skin was hyperemic after the injury.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈrɛsθɪʒə/
KK: /haɪpərɛsˈθiːʒə/
Definition: A condition where a person has an increased sensitivity to sensory stimuli, such as touch or sound.
Example: After the accident, she experienced hyperesthesia, making even light touches feel painful.
IPA: //ˌhaɪpərɪkˈskrɛʃən//
KK: /haɪpərɪkˈskriːʃən/
Definition: The condition of producing more waste substances from the body than normal.
Example: The doctor explained that hyperexcretion can lead to dehydration if not managed properly.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpərɪkˈstɛnd/
KK: /haɪpərɪk'stɛnd/
Definition: To stretch a joint or body part beyond its usual limit, which can lead to injury.
Example: He accidentally hyperextended his knee while playing basketball.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpərɪkˈstɛndɪd/
KK: /haɪpərɪkˈstɛndɪd/
Definition: Describing a position or movement where a joint is extended beyond its normal range of motion, often leading to injury.
Example: He suffered a hyperextended knee during the game.
Definition: To stretch a joint or limb beyond its normal range of motion, often resulting in injury.
Example: He hyperextended his knee while playing basketball.
IPA: /ˌhaɪpərɪkˈstɛnʃən/
KK: /haɪpərɪkˈstɛnʃən/
Definition: The act of extending a joint in the body beyond its normal limit, which can lead to injury.
Example: The athlete suffered a hyperextension of his knee during the game.
IPA: //haɪˈpɜːrɡəmi//
KK: /haɪˈpɜrɡəmi/
Definition: The act of marrying someone from a higher social class or status than oneself.
Example: She practiced hypergamy by marrying a wealthy businessman.
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