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Topic: Beliefs

permissive

IPA: /pərˈmɪsɪv/

KK: /pərˈmɪsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Willing to allow or accept behavior, often in a way that is tolerant or lenient.

Example: The permissive teacher allowed her students to choose their own projects.

permissively

IPA: /pərˈmɪsɪvli/

KK: /pərˈmɪsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that allows or permits something to happen; not strict or controlling.

Example: The teacher allowed the students to work on their projects permissively, giving them the freedom to choose their own topics.

permissiveness

IPA: /pərˈmɪsɪvnəs/

KK: /pərˈmɪsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being willing to allow things to happen without strict rules or control.

Example: The school's permissiveness towards students' behavior led to a more relaxed atmosphere.

perpetually

IPA: /pəˈpɛtʃuəli/

KK: /pɚˈpɛtʃuəli/

adverb

Definition: Continuously or without interruption; happening all the time.

Example: The sun seems to shine perpetually in this region.

perpetuate

IPA: /pərˈpɛtʃueɪt/

KK: /pərˈpɛtʃuˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something continue for a long time or forever.

Example: The new law aims to perpetuate the rights of all citizens.

perpetuation

IPA: /pərˈpɛtʃuˌeɪʃən/

KK: /pərˈpɛtʃuˌeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of making something continue to exist or happen for a long time.

Example: The perpetuation of traditions is important for cultural identity.

perplexity

IPA: /pərˈplɛksɪti/

KK: /pərˈplɛksɪti/

noun

Definition: A state of confusion or uncertainty, often due to something being complicated or difficult to understand.

Example: She looked at the math problem with a sense of perplexity, unsure of how to solve it.

persecution

IPA: //ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃən//

KK: /pɚˈsɪkjuːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly because of their race, religion, or beliefs.

Example: Many people fled their countries to escape persecution for their beliefs.

persecutory

IPA: //ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːtəri//

KK: /ˈpɜrsɪkjʊtəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly, often repeatedly, especially because of their beliefs or identity.

Example: The persecutory behavior of the group led to widespread fear among the community.

perseverance

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪərəns/

KK: /pɚˈsɛvərəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something even when it is difficult or when you face challenges.

Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

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