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Topic: Art

eclecticism

IPA: /ɪˈklɛktɪˌsɪzəm/

KK: /ɪˈklɛktɪˌsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A way of thinking or doing things that combines different ideas, styles, or methods from various sources.

Example: Her eclecticism in art allows her to blend styles from different cultures and time periods.

eclogue

IPA: /ˈɛklɒɡ/

KK: /ˈɛklɒɡ/

noun

Definition: A type of poem that features a conversation between shepherds, often focusing on rural life and nature.

Example: The poet wrote an eclogue that beautifully captured the simplicity of pastoral life.

ecphrasis

IPA: /ɛkˈfræsɪs/

KK: /ɛkˈfræsɪs/

noun

Definition: A detailed description or interpretation of a work of art, often used in literature to convey the visual experience of the artwork.

Example: The poet's ecphrasis brought the painting to life with vivid imagery and emotion.

edifier

IPA: /ˈɛdɪfaɪər/

KK: /ˈɛdɪfaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who improves or uplifts others, often through teaching or moral guidance.

Example: The teacher was an edifier, inspiring her students to reach their full potential.

edited

IPA: /ˈɛdɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈɛdɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having been changed or modified from its original form by someone.

Example: The edited version of the article was much clearer and easier to understand.

verb

Definition: To have made changes or corrections to a text or document.

Example: She edited the article before it was published.

editing

IPA: /ˈɛdɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɛdɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of making changes to written content to improve it or correct errors.

Example: The editing of the manuscript took several weeks to complete.

verb

Definition: The action of making changes to written text to improve it or correct mistakes.

Example: She is editing her essay to make it clearer and more concise.

edition

IPA: /ɪˈdɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˈdɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A version of a publication that has been printed or released, often with changes or updates, or a specific copy of a newspaper or magazine.

Example: I bought the latest edition of the magazine to read about the new trends.

editorial

IPA: /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːrɪəl/

KK: /ˌɛdɪˈtɔrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the work of an editor or the process of editing, often expressing opinions or viewpoints.

Example: The newspaper published an editorial piece discussing the importance of environmental conservation.

noun

Definition: An article or commentary in a publication that expresses the opinions of the editors or publishers.

Example: The editorial in today's newspaper discusses the importance of voting.

efface

IPA: /ɪˈfeɪs/

KK: /ɪˈfeɪs/

transitive verb

Definition: To erase or remove something completely, making it no longer visible or noticeable.

Example: The artist decided to efface the mistakes on the canvas before presenting it.

effigial

IPA: /ɛˈfɪdʒiəl/

KK: /ɛfˈɪdʒiəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or resembling an effigy, which is a sculpture or model of a person.

Example: The artist created an effigial representation of the historical figure for the exhibition.

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