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Topic: Culture

dissimilitude

IPA: /dɪˌsɪmɪˈlɪtjuːd/

KK: /dɪˈsɪmɪlɪˌtud/

noun

Definition: The state of being different or not similar to something else.

Example: The dissimilitude between the two paintings was striking, highlighting their unique styles.

dissolute

IPA: /ˈdɪsəluːt/

KK: /ˈdɪsəˌluːt/

adjective

Definition: Not showing control over one's behavior, especially in relation to pleasures or bad habits.

Example: The dissolute lifestyle of the artist shocked his friends.

dissoluteness

IPA: /dɪˈsɒl.jʊt.nəs/

KK: /dɪˈsɑlətəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of being morally loose or lacking in restraint, often associated with indulgence in sensual pleasures.

Example: His disoluteness led him to make choices that harmed his relationships and reputation.

distaff

IPA: /ˈdɪstæf/

KK: /ˈdɪstæf/

noun

Definition: A tool used in spinning to hold unspun fibers like flax or wool, allowing them to be twisted into thread.

Example: The artisan skillfully used the distaff to prepare the wool for spinning.

distich

IPA: /ˈdɪstɪk/

KK: /ˈdɪstɪk/

noun

Definition: A pair of lines in poetry that often rhyme and form a complete thought or idea.

Example: The poet wrote a beautiful distich that captured the essence of love.

distinct

IPA: /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

KK: /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

adjective

Definition: Easily recognized or clearly different from others; something that stands out or is separate.

Example: The two paintings have distinct styles that make them easy to tell apart.

distinctive

IPA: /dɪˈstɪŋk.tɪv/

KK: /dɪˈstɪŋk.tɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having a quality or feature that makes something different or unique from others.

Example: The artist's distinctive style sets her apart from her peers.

distinctiveness

IPA: /dɪˈstɪŋktɪvnəs/

KK: /dɪˈstɪŋktɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being unique or different from others.

Example: The distinctiveness of her artwork made it stand out in the gallery.

distingue

IPA: /dɪˈstɪŋɡ/

KK: /dɪˈstɪŋɡ/

adjective

Definition: Having a stylish and elegant appearance, often suggesting a sense of superiority or distinction.

Example: She walked into the room with a distingue air, catching everyone's attention.

distinguished

IPA: //dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt//

KK: /dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt/

adjective

Definition: Having a high level of excellence or respect; recognized for achievements or quality.

Example: The distinguished professor received an award for his groundbreaking research.

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