IPA: /ˈɛrənsi/
KK: /ˈɛrənsi/
Definition: The condition of making mistakes or being wrong.
Example: His errancy in judgment led to several poor decisions.
IPA: /ˈɛruv/
KK: /ˈɛruv/
Definition: A special boundary that allows Jewish people to carry items in public areas during the Sabbath, which would otherwise be restricted by religious laws.
Example: The community set up an eruv to make it easier for families to carry their belongings on the Sabbath.
IPA: /ɪˈskeɪpɪzəm/
KK: /ɪˈskeɪpɪzəm/
Definition: The habit of avoiding reality by engaging in fantasy, daydreaming, or entertainment.
Example: Many people turn to books and movies for escapism when they feel overwhelmed by their daily lives.
IPA: /ˌɛskəˈtɒlədʒɪkəl/
KK: /ɛs.kəˈtɑː.lə.dʒɪ.kəl/
Definition: Related to the study of the end of the world or final events in religious beliefs.
Example: Many religious texts discuss eschatological themes about the end times.
IPA: /ˌɛs.kəˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/
KK: /ɛs.kəˈtɑː.lə.dʒi/
Definition: The study or belief about the end of the world and what happens after death, including ideas about the final events in human history and the ultimate fate of humanity.
Example: Many religions have their own views on eschatology and what the end of the world will look like.
IPA: /ɪsˈtʃuː/
KK: /ɪsˈtʃu/
Definition: To deliberately avoid doing something or using something.
Example: She decided to eschew junk food in favor of healthier options.
IPA: /ɪsˈtʃuːəl/
KK: /ɪsˈtʃuːəl/
Definition: The act of deliberately avoiding or staying away from something.
Example: His eschewal of junk food has improved his health significantly.
IPA: /ɪsˈtʃuːər/
KK: /ɪsˈtʃuːər/
Definition: A person who deliberately avoids or shuns something.
Example: He is an eschewer of modern technology, preferring to live simply.
IPA: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪsɪzəm/
KK: /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪsɪzəm/
Definition: The study or practice of specialized knowledge that is intended for a small group of people, often related to spiritual or mystical beliefs.
Example: Many ancient cultures had their own forms of esotericism that were passed down through secret teachings.
IPA: /ɪˈspɛʃəl/
KK: /ɪˈspɛʃəl/
Definition: This word describes something that is particularly important or significant, often more than usual. It can also refer to something that is unique to a person or situation.
Example: She has an especial talent for painting that sets her apart from others.
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