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Topic: Culture

effigial

IPA: /ɛˈfɪdʒiəl/

KK: /ɛfˈɪdʒiəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or resembling an effigy, which is a sculpture or model of a person.

Example: The artist created an effigial representation of the historical figure for the exhibition.

effigy

IPA: /ˈɛfɪdʒi/

KK: /ˈɛfɪdʒi/

noun

Definition: A model or figure that looks like a person, often used to show dislike or hatred towards that person.

Example: The protesters burned an effigy of the politician to express their anger.

egotism

IPA: /ˈiːɡəˌtɪzəm/

KK: /ˈiːɡəˌtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong focus on oneself, often involving bragging or talking too much about one's own achievements and importance.

Example: His egotism made it difficult for others to enjoy the conversation.

egyptian

IPA: /ɪˈdʒɪpʃən/

KK: /ɪˈdʒɪpʃən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the country of Egypt, its people, or its culture.

Example: The Egyptian pyramids are one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

noun

Definition: A person from Egypt or someone who is a native of Egypt.

Example: The Egyptian pyramids are one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

eidolon

IPA: //aɪˈdoʊlən//

KK: /aɪˈdoʊlən/

noun

Definition: A ghostly figure or an image that represents something ideal or perfect, often not real or tangible.

Example: In the story, the hero was haunted by the eidolon of his lost love.

eikon

IPA: /ˈaɪkɒn/

KK: /ˈaɪkɒn/

noun

Definition: A representation or symbol, often used to refer to a religious image or a graphic symbol on a computer.

Example: The eikon on the screen represents the application you need to open.

eisteddfod

IPA: //aɪˈstɛðfɒd//

KK: /aɪˈstɛðfɒd/

noun

Definition: A yearly festival in Wales where poets and musicians compete and showcase their talents.

Example: The eisteddfod attracted many talented singers and poets from across the country.

ekphrasis

IPA: /ɛkˈfræsɪs/

KK: /ɛkˈfræsɪs/

noun

Definition: A detailed description or commentary about a piece of art, often used in literature to convey the visual experience of the artwork.

Example: The poet's ekphrasis brought the painting to life with vivid imagery and emotion.

elaborate

IPA: /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/

KK: /ɪˈlæbəˌreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is detailed and complex, often with many parts or features.

Example: The artist created an elaborate design for the mural.

intransitive verb

Definition: To provide more details or information about something, often making it more complex or intricate.

Example: During the meeting, she was asked to elaborate on her ideas for the project.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or develop something in detail, often by adding more information or explanation.

Example: She needed to elaborate on her ideas during the presentation.

elaborateness

IPA: /ɪˈlæbəˌrɛtnəs/

KK: /ɪˈlæbəˌrɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very detailed and complicated, often involving a lot of careful planning or decoration.

Example: The elaborateness of the wedding decorations impressed all the guests.

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