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Topic: Beliefs

penitence

IPA: /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

KK: /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

noun

Definition: The state of feeling sorry for something wrong that you have done and wanting to make it right.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he felt a deep sense of penitence and sought forgiveness.

penitent

IPA: /ˈpɛnɪtənt/

KK: /ˈpɛnɪtənt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing regret for wrongdoing or sin.

Example: After realizing his mistake, he felt penitent and sought forgiveness.

noun

Definition: A person who feels sorry for their wrong actions and seeks forgiveness or makes amends.

Example: The penitent approached the priest to confess their mistakes and seek guidance.

penitential

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

KK: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of showing sorrow or regret for wrongdoing, often in a religious context.

Example: The priest offered a penitential prayer during the service to encourage the congregation to reflect on their actions.

noun

Definition: A book or collection of guidelines used in a religious context that relates to the act of expressing sorrow for sins and seeking forgiveness.

Example: The priest referred to the penitential to guide the congregation on the sacrament of penance.

penitentially

IPA: /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəli/

KK: /pɛnɪˈtɛnʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows regret or sorrow for wrongdoing.

Example: He spoke penitentially, expressing his deep remorse for his actions.

penitently

IPA: /ˈpɛnɪtəntli/

KK: /ˈpɛnɪtəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows regret or sorrow for having done something wrong.

Example: He spoke penitently, admitting his mistakes and asking for forgiveness.

pentacle

IPA: /ˈpɛn.tə.kəl/

KK: /ˈpɛntəˌkəl/

noun

Definition: A five-pointed star that is often considered to have magical or mystical meaning, created by connecting five points in a specific way.

Example: The witch drew a pentacle on the ground during the ritual.

pentagram

IPA: /ˈpɛn.tə.ɡræm/

KK: /ˈpɛntəˌgræm/

noun

Definition: A five-pointed star shape created by connecting five straight lines, often associated with magic and mysticism.

Example: The witch drew a pentagram on the ground as part of her ritual.

perceivable

IPA: /pərˈsiːvəbl/

KK: /pərˈsiːvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be seen, heard, or understood; something that can be noticed or detected.

Example: The changes in temperature were barely perceivable to the naked eye.

perceive

IPA: /pərˈsiːv/

KK: /pɚˈsiv/

transitive verb

Definition: To become aware of something through the senses or to understand it in a particular way.

Example: She can perceive subtle changes in her surroundings.

perceived

IPA: /pərˈsiːvd/

KK: /pərˈsivd/

adjective

Definition: As understood or recognized by someone.

Example: The perceived value of the artwork increased after the artist became famous.

verb

Definition: To become aware of something through the senses or to understand something in a particular way.

Example: She perceived a change in his attitude after the meeting.

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