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Topic: Culture

kitsch

IPA: /kɪtʃ/

KK: /kɪtʃ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is considered to be in poor taste because of its overly sentimental or gaudy nature, often appealing to popular or lowbrow culture.

Example: The restaurant's decor was so kitsch that it felt like stepping into a cartoon.

noun

Definition: A style or quality that is considered to be in poor taste because of its overly sentimental or superficial nature, often appealing to popular or lowbrow tastes.

Example: The garden was filled with kitsch decorations, like plastic flamingos and brightly colored gnomes.

kitschier

IPA: /ˈkɪtʃi/

KK: /ˈkɪtʃi/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is considered to be in poor taste, often because of its overly sentimental or gaudy nature, and is more so than something else.

Example: The decorations at the party were even kitschier than I expected, with bright colors and cheesy designs everywhere.

kitschiest

IPA: /ˈkɪtʃi/

KK: /ˈkɪtʃi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is considered to be in poor taste, often because it is overly sentimental or gaudy, and is usually appreciated in a humorous or ironic way.

Example: The decorations at the party were the kitschiest I've ever seen, with bright colors and cheesy designs everywhere.

kitschy

IPA: /ˈkɪtʃi/

KK: /ˈkɪtʃi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is considered to be in poor taste because of its overly sentimental or gaudy nature, often appealing to popular or lowbrow culture.

Example: The restaurant's decor was so kitschy that it felt like a theme park attraction.

kiva

IPA: /ˈkiːvə/

KK: /ˈkiːvə/

noun

Definition: A ceremonial structure that is often round and partially underground, used by Pueblo people for rituals and meetings.

Example: The community gathered in the kiva to perform their traditional ceremonies.

klavern

IPA: //ˈkleɪvərn//

KK: /ˈkleɪvərn/

noun

Definition: A local group or unit associated with the Ku Klux Klan, often involved in organizing activities and meetings.

Example: The klavern held a meeting to discuss their upcoming events.

klepht

IPA: /klɛft/

KK: /klɛft/

noun

Definition: A person from Greece or Albania who is a member of a group of bandits or guerrilla fighters, especially during the time when Greece was under Turkish rule.

Example: The klephts were known for their bravery and resistance against foreign rule.

klezmer

IPA: /ˈklɛzmər/

KK: /ˈklɛzmər/

noun

Definition: A type of traditional Jewish music often played at celebrations, especially weddings, by small bands of musicians.

Example: The klezmer band played lively tunes that got everyone dancing at the wedding.

knavery

IPA: //ˈneɪvəri//

KK: /ˈneɪvəri/

noun

Definition: A type of dishonest or tricky behavior, often involving deceit or mischief.

Example: The politician was accused of knavery for his underhanded tactics during the campaign.

knavish

IPA: /ˈneɪvɪʃ/

KK: /ˈnævɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Having the qualities of a dishonest or deceitful person; playful in a mischievous way.

Example: The knavish trickster managed to fool everyone at the party.

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