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Topic: Beliefs

jeremiad

IPA: /ˌdʒɛrəˈmaɪəd/

KK: /ˈdʒɛrəˌmaɪəd/

noun

Definition: A type of speech or writing that expresses deep sadness or complaints about something, often predicting bad outcomes.

Example: The politician's jeremiad warned of the dangers facing the community if changes were not made.

jihad

IPA: //dʒɪˈhɑːd//

KK: /dʒɪˈhɑd/

noun

Definition: A term used in Islam that refers to a struggle or effort, often in a religious context, which can include both personal spiritual struggles and broader efforts, such as a holy war.

Example: Many people misunderstand the concept of jihad, thinking it only refers to war, while it also includes personal spiritual struggles.

jihadi

IPA: /dʒɪˈhɑːdi/

KK: /dʒɪˈhɑːdi/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or supporting a struggle or effort, often in a religious context, particularly in Islam.

Example: The group was known for its jihadi ideology, promoting a specific interpretation of religious warfare.

noun

Definition: A person who participates in a holy war or struggle, often associated with Islamic extremism.

Example: The jihadi was arrested for planning an attack.

jihadist

IPA: //dʒɪˈhɑːdɪst//

KK: /dʒɪˈhɑːdɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a movement in Islam that advocates for a struggle or fight against enemies of the faith, often associated with militant actions.

Example: The jihadist ideology has influenced various groups around the world.

noun

Definition: A person who engages in a struggle or fight for a cause, often used in the context of a religious or political movement, particularly in Islam.

Example: The jihadist group claimed responsibility for the attack.

jilt

IPA: /dʒɪlt/

KK: /dʒɪlt/

noun

Definition: A person who suddenly ends a romantic relationship with someone, often in a careless or unkind way.

Example: She was known as a jilt, having left many suitors heartbroken.

transitive verb

Definition: To suddenly end a romantic relationship with someone in a way that is unkind or without warning.

Example: She decided to jilt him right before the wedding, leaving him heartbroken.

jingo

IPA: /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊ/

KK: /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a strong and aggressive support for one's country, often to the point of being overly patriotic or hostile towards other nations.

Example: His jingo attitude made it difficult for him to see the value in other cultures.

noun

Definition: A person who shows excessive patriotism, often in a way that is aggressive or warlike.

Example: The jingo in the crowd shouted for military action without considering the consequences.

jingoish

IPA: //ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊɪʃ//

KK: /dʒɪŋɡoʊɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to extreme patriotism, often characterized by aggressive or warlike foreign policy.

Example: His jingoish attitude made it difficult for him to consider other countries' perspectives.

jingoism

IPA: /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊˌɪzəm/

KK: /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊˌɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong and aggressive form of patriotism that often promotes the idea of military action and a hostile attitude towards other countries.

Example: The politician's jingoism was evident in his speeches, where he called for military intervention in foreign conflicts.

jingoist

IPA: /ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪst/

KK: /ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strong and aggressive support for one's country, often favoring military action and a hostile attitude towards other nations.

Example: The jingoist rhetoric in the speech stirred up national pride but also raised concerns about potential conflicts.

jingoistic

IPA: //dʒɪŋɡoʊˈɪstɪk//

KK: /dʒɪŋɡoʊˈɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having an extreme or excessive pride in one's country, often leading to aggressive or warlike attitudes towards other nations.

Example: The politician's jingoistic remarks stirred up strong feelings among the crowd.

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