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Topic: Culture

foreigner

IPA: /ˈfɔːrɪnər/

KK: /ˈfɔrɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who comes from a different country or place, often not belonging to the local community.

Example: The conference was attended by many foreigners from around the world.

foreignism

IPA: /ˈfɔːrɪnɪzəm/

KK: /ˈfɔrɪnˌɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A word, phrase, or custom that comes from another country or culture.

Example: The use of foreignism in literature can enrich the text by introducing new perspectives.

foreignness

IPA: /ˈfɔːrɪn.nəs/

KK: /ˈfɔrɪnˌnɛs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being foreign or different from one's own culture or country.

Example: The foreignness of the new cuisine intrigued the local diners.

foremost

IPA: /ˈfɔːrmoʊst/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌmoʊst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is the most important or highest in rank, position, or time compared to others.

Example: She is the foremost expert in her field, known for her groundbreaking research.

adverb

Definition: In the most important or leading position; primarily or chiefly.

Example: She is foremost among the candidates for the job.

foreteller

IPA: /fɔːrˈtɛlər/

KK: /fɔːrˈtɛlər/

noun

Definition: A person who predicts or tells about future events.

Example: The foreteller warned us about the coming storm.

forgoer

IPA: /fɔːrˈɡoʊər/

KK: /fɔrˈɡoʊər/

noun

Definition: A person who decides not to do or have something, often for a specific reason or purpose.

Example: As a forgoer, she chose to skip dessert to maintain her diet.

formal

IPA: /ˈfɔːr.məl/

KK: /ˈfɔrml/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strict or official way of doing things, often following established rules or conventions.

Example: She wore a formal dress to the wedding.

noun

Definition: An event or item that follows strict rules or traditions, often associated with elegance or official occasions.

Example: She wore a beautiful gown to the formal held at the city hall.

formalist

IPA: /ˈfɔːrməlɪst/

KK: /ˈfɔrməlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strict adherence to established rules or forms, often in art or literature.

Example: The artist's formalist approach emphasized structure and technique over emotional expression.

noun

Definition: A person who supports or follows strict rules and formal structures, often in art, literature, or behavior.

Example: The formalist approach to art emphasizes the importance of form and structure over content.

formalistic

IPA: /ˌfɔːrməˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˈfɔrməˌlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or concerned with the form or structure of something rather than its content or meaning.

Example: The artist's formalistic approach focused on the shapes and colors rather than the subject matter.

formality

IPA: /fɔːrˈmælɪti/

KK: /fɔrˈmælɪti/

noun

Definition: A rule or custom that is followed, often just for the sake of being proper or polite, rather than for any real purpose.

Example: The meeting was filled with unnecessary formalities that made it feel very stiff.

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