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Topic: Beliefs

nationalism

IPA: //ˈnæʃ.ən.əl.ɪ.zəm//

KK: /ˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of pride and loyalty towards one's own country, often leading to the desire for independence or self-governance.

Example: Nationalism can unite people in a country, but it can also lead to conflicts with other nations.

nationalist

IPA: /ˈnæʃənəlɪst/

KK: /ˈnæʃənəlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strong sense of pride in and loyalty to one's country, often emphasizing national interests over international considerations.

Example: The nationalist movement aimed to promote the culture and interests of the country.

noun

Definition: A person who strongly supports the interests and culture of their own nation, often in opposition to foreign influence or control.

Example: The nationalist spoke passionately about the importance of preserving the country's traditions.

nationalistic

IPA: //ˌnæʃ.ənˈɪs.tɪk//

KK: /ˈnæʃənəlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or supporting the interests and culture of a particular nation, often to the exclusion of others.

Example: The nationalistic policies of the government aimed to promote local culture and identity.

nativism

IPA: /ˈneɪtɪˌvɪzəm/

KK: /ˈneɪtɪvɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or policy that supports the interests of native inhabitants over immigrants, often emphasizing the importance of preserving native culture and identity.

Example: Nativism has influenced many political debates about immigration in the United States.

nativist

IPA: /ˈneɪtɪvɪst/

KK: /ˈneɪtɪvɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports the idea that certain skills or traits are innate or natural, rather than learned or acquired.

Example: The nativist argued that language ability is something we are born with, not something we learn from our environment.

nativistic

IPA: //neɪˈtɪvɪstɪk//

KK: /ˈneɪtɪvɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the belief that certain skills or abilities are innate and not acquired through experience.

Example: The nativistic approach in psychology emphasizes the role of genetics in shaping behavior.

nativity

IPA: /nəˈtɪvɪti/

KK: /nəˈtɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The event or circumstances surrounding the birth of a person, especially referring to the birth of Jesus Christ, often depicted in art or celebrated during Christmas.

Example: The church displayed a beautiful nativity scene during the holiday season.

naturism

IPA: /ˈnætʃərɪzəm/

KK: /ˈnætʃərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A lifestyle or practice that involves being naked in social settings, often to promote body acceptance and a connection with nature.

Example: Many people who practice naturism believe it helps them feel more comfortable in their own skin.

naturist

IPA: /ˈnætʃərɪst/

KK: /ˈnætʃərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who chooses to live without clothing, often for health benefits or personal beliefs.

Example: The naturist community often gathers at beaches where clothing is optional.

naught

IPA: /nɔt/

KK: /nɔt/

adjective

Definition: Having no value or importance; insignificant or nonexistent.

Example: The naught of his efforts left him feeling disappointed.

noun

Definition: The state of being nothing or the absence of anything; it can also refer to the number zero.

Example: In mathematics, naught is often used to represent the number zero.

pronoun

Definition: The word refers to nothing or zero; it indicates the absence of anything.

Example: All their efforts were for naught, as the project was canceled.

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