IPA: /ˌsɪŋ.kəˈpeɪ.tɪd/
KK: /sɪŋˈkoʊpeɪtɪd/
Definition: Describing a rhythm that emphasizes off-beats or weak beats instead of the strong beats, often creating a lively or unexpected feel.
Example: The jazz band played a syncopated rhythm that made everyone want to dance.
Definition: To alter the rhythm of music by emphasizing certain beats and omitting others, creating a lively and unexpected pattern.
Example: The drummer played a syncopated rhythm that made everyone want to dance.
IPA: /ˌsɪŋkəˈpeɪʃən/
KK: /sɪŋkəˈpeɪʃən/
Definition: A musical term that refers to a change in rhythm where a weak beat is emphasized instead of a strong one, creating a surprising or off-beat effect.
Example: The jazz musician used syncopation to make the song more lively and interesting.
IPA: /ˈsɪŋkəpi/
KK: /ˈsɪŋkəpi/
Definition: A temporary loss of consciousness due to a lack of blood flow to the brain, often resulting in fainting or swooning.
Example: After standing up too quickly, she experienced a brief syncope and had to sit down.
IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/
KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/
Definition: The process of combining different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system, often seen in religion or philosophy.
Example: The new religion was a result of syncretism, blending elements from various faiths.
IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/
KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/
Definition: A person who tries to bring together different beliefs, ideas, or groups that usually do not agree with each other.
Example: The syncretist worked hard to find common ground between the two opposing factions.
IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/
KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/
Definition: Describing a combination or blending of different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system.
Example: The syncretistic approach in the project allowed for the integration of various cultural perspectives.
IPA: /sɪnˈsɪtʃiəm/
KK: /sɪnˈsɪt̬iəm/
Definition: A large cell that has multiple nuclei and is formed by the merging of several cells together, often found in certain tissues like muscle.
Example: The syncytium in skeletal muscle allows for coordinated contraction across a large area.
IPA: /sɪnˈdæktɪlɪzəm/
KK: /sɪnˈdæktɪlɪzəm/
Definition: A condition where two or more fingers or toes are joined together.
Example: The doctor explained that syndactylism can be corrected with surgery.
IPA: /sɪnˈdæktɪli/
KK: /sɪnˈdæktɪli/
Definition: A condition where two or more fingers or toes are joined together, often present at birth.
Example: The baby was born with syndactyly, having two of her toes fused together.
IPA: /ˌsɪn.dɛzˈmoʊ.sɪs/
KK: /sɪnˈdɛzmoʊsɪs/
Definition: A type of joint where two bones are connected by a ligament, allowing for limited movement.
Example: The syndesmosis between the tibia and fibula helps stabilize the ankle joint.
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