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Topic: Culture

indecorum

IPA: /ˌɪn.dɪˈkoʊ.rəm/

KK: /ɪnˈdɛkərəm/

noun

Definition: A situation or behavior that is inappropriate or not proper, often showing a lack of good manners or taste.

Example: His indecorum at the formal dinner shocked everyone present.

indelicacy

IPA: /ˌɪnˈdɛlɪkəsi/

KK: /ɪnˈdɛlɪkəsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being rude or lacking sensitivity in behavior or speech.

Example: His indelicacy during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.

indelicate

IPA: /ˌɪnˈdɛlɪkɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈdɛlɪkɪt/

adjective

Definition: Not showing sensitivity or consideration for the feelings of others; lacking tact or good taste.

Example: His indelicate remarks made everyone uncomfortable at the dinner party.

indigen

IPA: /ɪnˈdɪdʒən/

KK: /ɪnˈdɪdʒən/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is native to a particular place or region.

Example: The indigen of the area have a rich cultural heritage.

indigene

IPA: /ɪnˈdɪdʒɪn/

KK: /ɪnˈdɪdʒiːn/

noun

Definition: A person who is a member of the original inhabitants of a place, especially in relation to their cultural and social identity.

Example: The government is working to protect the rights of the indigene in the region.

indigenization

IPA: /ɪnˌdɪdʒənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪnˌdɪdʒənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adapting something to fit the local culture or context, often involving the use of local resources and practices instead of relying on outside influences.

Example: The indigenization of education systems can help preserve local languages and traditions.

individualism

IPA: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm/

KK: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief that emphasizes the importance of each person and their rights over the group or society.

Example: Individualism encourages people to think for themselves and make their own choices.

individualist

IPA: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪst/

KK: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who values independence and self-reliance, often prioritizing their own beliefs and actions over those of a group.

Example: As an individualist, she always made her own decisions without following the crowd.

individualistic

IPA: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒʊəˌlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Focused on personal independence and self-reliance, often valuing individual rights and personal expression over group or societal norms.

Example: Her individualistic approach to art sets her apart from other artists.

individuality

IPA: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪti/

KK: /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being unique or different from others, often referring to the characteristics that make a person or thing distinct.

Example: Her individuality shone through in her artwork, making it truly one of a kind.

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