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Topic: Art

antiquer

IPA: /ˈæn.tɪ.kər/

KK: /æn'tɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person who makes new furniture look old or who collects old items that are valuable because of their age.

Example: The antiquer found a beautiful vase from the 18th century at the flea market.

antistrophe

IPA: /ˌæn.tɪˈstrəʊ.fi/

KK: /ænti'strofi/

noun

Definition: A section of a choral ode in ancient Greek drama that is sung while the chorus moves in the opposite direction from the strophe, or a similar part in poetry that follows a specific stanza form.

Example: In the performance, the chorus beautifully executed the antistrophe, enhancing the emotional impact of the scene.

antistyle

IPA: /ˈæntiˌstaɪl/

KK: /ˈæntiˌstaɪl/

noun

Definition: A way of dressing or presenting oneself that goes against the common or popular styles.

Example: The artist's antistyle was evident in her unconventional clothing choices that defied trends.

apercu

IPA: /ˈæpərˌsu/

KK: /æpərˈsu/

noun

Definition: A short summary or overview of something, often giving a quick impression or insight.

Example: The report provided an apercu of the main findings from the research.

aphorism

IPA: /ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈæfərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A short and clever saying that expresses a general truth or principle.

Example: The aphorism 'Actions speak louder than words' reminds us that what we do is more important than what we say.

aphorist

IPA: /ˈæfərɪst/

KK: /ˈæfərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who creates short, clever statements that express a general truth or principle.

Example: The aphorist shared his thoughts on life through witty and insightful sayings.

aphoristic

IPA: /ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/

KK: /æfɔˈrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to short, clever sayings that express a general truth or principle.

Example: His writing is known for its aphoristic style, often conveying deep insights in just a few words.

apologue

IPA: /ˈæpəˌloʊg/

KK: /ˈæpəˌloʊg/

noun

Definition: A story that teaches a lesson or moral, often featuring animals or objects as characters.

Example: The tortoise and the hare is a classic apologue that teaches the value of perseverance.

apothegm

IPA: /əˈpɒθɪɡɛm/

KK: /əˈpɑːθɪɡɛm/

noun

Definition: A short and clever saying that gives advice or expresses a general truth.

Example: The teacher shared an apothegm that encouraged students to always strive for excellence.

apothegmatic

IPA: /ˌæpəˈθɛɡmətɪk/

KK: /əˈpɑːθəɡmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a concise and instructive saying or maxim; often expressing a general truth in a brief and memorable way.

Example: The speaker's apothegmatic remarks left a lasting impression on the audience.

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