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Topic: Culture

apophasis

IPA: /əˈpɒfəsɪs/

KK: /əˈpɒfəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A rhetorical device where a speaker brings up a subject by stating that they will not mention it, often to highlight the subject indirectly.

Example: In his speech, the politician used apophasis to suggest the scandal without directly addressing it.

apophthegm

IPA: /ˈæpəˌθɛm/

KK: /əˈpɑːfθɛm/

noun

Definition: A short, witty saying or a concise statement that expresses a general truth or principle.

Example: The teacher shared an apophthegm that encouraged students to think critically about their choices.

apothegm

IPA: /əˈpɒθɪɡɛm/

KK: /əˈpɑːθɪɡɛm/

noun

Definition: A short and clever saying that gives advice or expresses a general truth.

Example: The teacher shared an apothegm that encouraged students to always strive for excellence.

apothegmatic

IPA: /ˌæpəˈθɛɡmətɪk/

KK: /əˈpɑːθəɡmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a concise and instructive saying or maxim; often expressing a general truth in a brief and memorable way.

Example: The speaker's apothegmatic remarks left a lasting impression on the audience.

apotheosis

IPA: /əˌpɑːθiˈoʊsɪs/

KK: /əˌpɑːθiˈoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A state of being elevated to a divine status or being regarded as a perfect example of something.

Example: The artist's latest work is considered the apotheosis of modern sculpture.

apotropaic

IPA: /ˌæpəˈtroʊpeɪɪk/

KK: /əˌpɒtrəˈpeɪɪk/

adjective

Definition: Intended to protect against evil or bad luck.

Example: The ancient Greeks often used apotropaic symbols to keep misfortune away.

apparition

IPA: /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

KK: /æpəˈrɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A ghostly figure or a vision that appears suddenly, often unexpectedly.

Example: The old house was said to be haunted by an apparition that frightened visitors.

appearance

IPA: /əˈpɪərəns/

KK: /əˈpɪr.əns/

noun

Definition: The way someone or something looks to others; the outward look or aspect of a person or thing.

Example: Her appearance at the event surprised everyone.

appellation

IPA: /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A name or title given to someone or something, often used to identify or describe them.

Example: The wine's appellation indicates its origin and quality.

appendant

IPA: /əˈpɛndənt/

KK: /əˈpɛndənt/

adjective

Definition: Related to or accompanying something else; often used to describe something that is added or attached.

Example: The appendant rights to the property include access to the nearby lake.

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