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Topic: Beliefs

synaesthesia

IPA: /ˌsɪn.əˈθiː.zi.ə/

KK: /sɪnəˈθiːzə/

noun

Definition: A condition where one sense is simultaneously perceived as if by one or more additional senses, such as seeing colors when hearing music.

Example: She experiences synaesthesia, so when she hears a piano, she sees bright colors.

synagog

IPA: /sɪˈnæɡɒɡ/

KK: /sɪˈnæɡɔɡ/

noun

Definition: A place of worship for Jewish people, where they gather for prayer, study, and community activities.

Example: The community gathered at the synagog for the holiday celebration.

synagogal

IPA: /sɪˈnæɡəɡəl/

KK: /sɪˈnæɡəɡəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a synagogue, which is a place of worship for Jewish people.

Example: The synagogal services are an important part of the Jewish faith.

synagogue

IPA: /sɪˈnæɡoʊɡ/

KK: /sɪˈnæɡoʊɡ/

noun

Definition: A place where Jewish people gather to worship, pray, and study their religion.

Example: Every Saturday, the community gathers at the synagogue for prayers and services.

syncretism

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The process of combining different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system, often seen in religion or philosophy.

Example: The new religion was a result of syncretism, blending elements from various faiths.

syncretist

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who tries to bring together different beliefs, ideas, or groups that usually do not agree with each other.

Example: The syncretist worked hard to find common ground between the two opposing factions.

syncretistic

IPA: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/

KK: /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a combination or blending of different beliefs, ideas, or practices into a single system.

Example: The syncretistic approach in the project allowed for the integration of various cultural perspectives.

syndicalism

IPA: /ˈsɪndɪkəlɪzəm/

KK: /sɪnˈdɪkəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A political and economic movement that supports the control of industries and government by labor unions, often through direct actions like strikes.

Example: Syndicalism promotes the idea that workers should manage their own industries and have a say in government decisions.

syndicalist

IPA: /ˈsɪndɪkəlɪst/

KK: /ˈsɪndɪkəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or believes in the ideas of syndicalism, which is a political and economic system that advocates for workers' control of the means of production through direct action and trade unions.

Example: The syndicalist movement gained popularity among workers seeking more control over their labor conditions.

synod

IPA: /ˈsɪnəd/

KK: /ˈsɪnəd/

noun

Definition: A meeting or assembly of church leaders to discuss important matters and make decisions.

Example: The synod gathered to address issues affecting the community.

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