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Topic: Beliefs

heretic

IPA: /ˈhɛrɪtɪk/

KK: /ˈhɛrɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to beliefs or opinions that go against established or accepted doctrines, especially in religion.

Example: The heretic was excommunicated for his unconventional beliefs.

noun

Definition: A person who has beliefs or opinions that go against the accepted teachings of a religion, especially in Christianity.

Example: The church labeled him a heretic for his unconventional views on faith.

heretical

IPA: /həˈrɛtɪkəl/

KK: /həˈrɛtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing ideas or beliefs that go against accepted or traditional views, especially in religion or philosophy.

Example: The scientist's heretical theories challenged the long-held beliefs of the academic community.

heretically

IPA: /həˈrɛtɪkli/

KK: /hɛˈrɛtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that goes against established beliefs or doctrines, especially in a religious context.

Example: The scholar spoke heretically about the traditional views of the church.

hermetism

IPA: /hɜːˈmɛtɪzəm/

KK: /hɜrˈmɛtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A set of philosophical and mystical teachings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, often involving alchemy and the pursuit of hidden knowledge.

Example: Many scholars study hermetism to understand ancient mystical traditions.

heroism

IPA: /ˈhɪə.rə.ɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈhɪəroʊɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The qualities or actions of a person who shows great courage and bravery, especially in difficult situations.

Example: The firefighter's heroism was evident when he rescued the family from the burning building.

heterodox

IPA: /ˈhɛtəroʊdɒks/

KK: /ˈhɛtəroʊdɑks/

adjective

Definition: Having beliefs or opinions that are different from what is generally accepted or traditional.

Example: His heterodox views on education sparked a lot of debate among the teachers.

heterodoxy

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒdɒksi/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒdɒksi/

noun

Definition: A belief or opinion that differs from the accepted or traditional views, especially in religion or philosophy.

Example: His views on the subject were considered heterodoxy by the mainstream scholars.

heterogamy

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒɡəmi/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒɡəmi/

noun

Definition: The condition in which two different types of gametes, or reproductive cells, come together to create offspring, often differing in size and structure.

Example: Heterogamy is important in many species for promoting genetic diversity.

heterophile

IPA: /ˈhɛtərəˌfaɪl/

KK: /hɛtərəˌfaɪl/

adjective

Definition: Describing the ability to react with substances from different species, often in an immunological context.

Example: The heterophile response is crucial in understanding how different species interact at the immune level.

heterosexism

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈsɛksɪzəm/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈsɛksɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or attitude that assumes heterosexuality is the only normal sexual orientation, often leading to discrimination against those who are not heterosexual.

Example: Heterosexism can create an unwelcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals.

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