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Topic: Beliefs

beguilement

IPA: /bɪˈɡaɪlmənt/

KK: /bɪˈɡaɪlmənt/

noun

Definition: The state of being deceived or charmed by someone or something, often in a way that is misleading or enchanting.

Example: The beguilement of the magician left the audience in awe.

behaviorally

IPA: /bɪˈheɪvjərəli/

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to how someone acts or behaves.

Example: The children responded behaviorally to the changes in their environment.

behaviorism

IPA: /bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪzəm/

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A branch of psychology that focuses only on observable actions and behaviors, ignoring thoughts and feelings.

Example: Behaviorism emphasizes the importance of studying how people act in response to different situations.

behaviorist

IPA: //bɪˈheɪvjərɪst//

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or specializes in the behavior of humans or animals, often focusing on how they act in different situations.

Example: The behaviorist observed the dog's reactions to various stimuli during the experiment.

behavioristic

IPA: //bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪstɪk//

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a psychological approach that focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental states.

Example: The behavioristic approach emphasizes the importance of environmental factors in shaping behavior.

behaviourism

IPA: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A theory in psychology that studies how people's actions are influenced by their environment, without considering their thoughts or feelings as important.

Example: Behaviourism has played a significant role in the development of psychological research methods.

behaviourist

IPA: //bɪˈheɪvjərɪst//

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the actions and reactions of people or animals, often focusing on how they respond to different situations.

Example: The behaviourist observed the dog's reactions to various stimuli during the experiment.

behest

IPA: /bɪˈhɛst/

KK: /bɪˈhɛst/

noun

Definition: A strong request or command that someone gives to another person, often with authority.

Example: She acted at the behest of her manager to complete the project on time.

behold

IPA: /bɪˈhoʊld/

KK: /bɪˈhoʊld/

intransitive verb

Definition: To see or observe something, often used to draw attention to it.

Example: Behold the beauty of the sunset over the mountains.

transitive verb

Definition: To look at something or someone, often with admiration or wonder.

Example: As we reached the top of the mountain, we beheld a stunning view of the valley below.

beholden

IPA: /bɪˈhoʊldən/

KK: /bɪˈhoʊldən/

adjective

Definition: Having a duty to someone because of a favor or gift received; feeling grateful or indebted to another person.

Example: She felt beholden to her mentor for all the support he had given her during her studies.

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