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Topic: Beliefs

persuasion

IPA: /pərˈsweɪʒən/

KK: /pərˈsweɪʒən/

noun

Definition: The act of convincing someone to do or believe something, or a particular belief or opinion that someone holds.

Example: Her persuasion was so strong that everyone agreed to her plan.

persuasive

IPA: /pərˈsweɪsɪv/

KK: /pɚˈsweɪsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to convince someone to do or believe something.

Example: The speaker gave a persuasive presentation that convinced everyone to support the project.

persuasively

IPA: /pərˈsweɪzɪvli/

KK: /pɚˈsweɪzɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is meant to convince someone to believe or do something.

Example: She spoke persuasively during the debate, winning over many listeners.

persuasiveness

IPA: /pərˈsweɪsɪvnəs/

KK: /pɚˈsweɪsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The ability to convince someone to believe or do something.

Example: Her persuasiveness helped her win the debate.

pertinacious

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Being very determined and unwilling to change your mind or give up on something.

Example: Despite many challenges, her pertinacious spirit helped her achieve her goals.

pertinacity

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈnæsɪti/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəˌsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very determined and persistent in holding onto something or pursuing a goal.

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

perverse

IPA: /pəˈvɜːs/

KK: /pɚˈvɜrs/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to behave in a way that is unreasonable or contrary to what is expected; often stubbornly wrong or difficult.

Example: His perverse sense of humor often offended others.

perversely

IPA: /pərˈvɜrsli/

KK: /pɚˈvɜrslɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is contrary to what is expected or desired, often in a stubborn or unreasonable manner.

Example: He perversely chose to ignore the advice given to him.

perverseness

IPA: /pərˈvɜːrsnəs/

KK: /pərˈvɜrsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being stubborn or contrary, often in a way that is unreasonable or harmful.

Example: His perverseness made it difficult for the team to reach a consensus on the project.

perversion

IPA: /pərˈvɜrʒən/

KK: /pɚˈvɜrʒən/

noun

Definition: A practice or behavior that is considered abnormal or morally wrong, often related to sexuality.

Example: Some people view certain sexual preferences as a perversion, while others see them as normal.

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