IPA: /ˈspiːʃəsnəs/
KK: /ˈspē-shəs-nəs/
Definition: The quality of seeming to be true or correct but actually being false or misleading.
Example: The speciousness of his argument was evident to everyone in the debate.
IPA: /ˈspɛktər/
KK: /ˈspɛktər/
Definition: A ghost or spirit that appears to people, often causing fear or unease.
Example: The old house was said to be haunted by a specter that roamed the halls at night.
IPA: /ˈspɛk.tər/
Definition: A ghost or spirit, often seen as a haunting presence.
Example: The old house was said to be haunted by a spectre that frightened the villagers.
IPA: /ˌspɛkjʊˈleɪʃən/
KK: /spɛkjuˈleɪʃən/
Definition: The act of forming ideas or theories about something without firm evidence; often involves guessing or making assumptions.
Example: The stock market is often influenced by speculation about future economic conditions.
IPA: /ˈspaɪn.ləs/
KK: /ˈspɪnˌlaɪs/
Definition: Describing someone who lacks courage or determination; not strong or assertive.
Example: He was too spineless to stand up for what he believed in.
IPA: /ˈspaɪn.ləs.li/
KK: /ˈspɪn.ləs.li/
Definition: In a way that shows a lack of courage or determination; acting without firmness or strength of character.
Example: He spinelessly agreed to their demands without putting up any resistance.
IPA: /ˈspaɪn.ləs.nəs/
KK: /ˈspaɪnˌlɛs.nəs/
Definition: The condition of lacking courage or determination; being afraid to take action or stand up for oneself.
Example: His spinelessness in the face of criticism disappointed his friends.
IPA: /ˈspɪn.stər.hʊd/
KK: /ˈspɪn.stɚ.hʊd/
Definition: The state or condition of being an unmarried woman, especially one who is older and has not married.
Example: She embraced her spinsterhood and focused on her career and personal interests.
IPA: /spaɪəd/
KK: /spaɪrd/
Definition: Describing something that has a tall, pointed structure, often seen on buildings or towers.
Example: The church was known for its spired roof that reached high into the sky.
IPA: /ˈspɪrɪt/
KK: /ˈspɪrɪt/
Definition: A non-physical being or essence that can inhabit a place or object, often associated with emotions or moods.
Example: The spirit of the festival filled the air with joy and excitement.
Definition: To carry something away secretly or to give someone energy and determination.
Example: The thief spirited the jewels away before anyone noticed.
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