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Topic: Culture

neoclassical

IPA: /ˌniːəˈklæsɪkəl/

KK: /niːəˈklæsɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of art, architecture, or literature that is inspired by the classical styles of ancient Greece and Rome, particularly popular in the 18th century.

Example: The museum features a stunning neoclassical building that draws inspiration from ancient Roman architecture.

neoclassicism

IPA: //ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪsɪzəm//

KK: /niːoʊˈklæsɪsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A style or movement in art, literature, and music that draws inspiration from the classical ideals of ancient Greece and Rome, emphasizing order, symmetry, and simplicity.

Example: Neoclassicism influenced many artists and writers in the 18th century, leading to a renewed interest in classical themes and styles.

neoclassicist

IPA: //ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪsɪst//

KK: /ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪsɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or practices the style of art and architecture that draws inspiration from the classical art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome.

Example: The neoclassicist admired the works of ancient sculptors and sought to emulate their techniques.

neocolonial

IPA: /ˌniːoʊˈkɒləniəl/

KK: /niːoʊˈkɒləniəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a new form of colonialism where a country exerts control over another country, often economically or politically, without direct military intervention.

Example: Many critics argue that certain international trade agreements are examples of neocolonial practices.

neocolonialism

IPA: /ˌniːəʊkəˈləʊnɪəlɪzəm/

KK: /nɪˌoʊkəˈloʊnɪəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A practice where a powerful country uses economic and political methods to control or influence weaker countries, often after the end of formal colonial rule.

Example: Many critics argue that neocolonialism continues to affect the development of poorer nations.

neocolonialist

IPA: /ˌniːoʊˈkɒləˌnɪlɪst/

KK: /niːoʊˈkɒləˌnɪlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a modern form of colonialism where a country exerts control over another country through economic or political means rather than direct military force.

Example: Many critics argue that certain foreign policies are neocolonialist in nature, as they impose economic control over developing nations.

noun

Definition: A person or entity that practices neocolonialism, which is a form of indirect control or influence over a country, often through economic or political means, rather than direct military occupation.

Example: Many critics argue that large corporations are acting as neocolonialists in developing countries.

neolithic

IPA: /niˈoʊlɪθɪk/

KK: /niˈoʊlɪθɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the last part of the Stone Age when people started farming and making polished stone tools.

Example: The neolithic period saw the development of agriculture and permanent settlements.

neologic

IPA: /nɪˈɒlɪk/

KK: /niˈɑlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the creation or use of new words or expressions.

Example: The author's neologic style made the book feel fresh and innovative.

neologism

IPA: /nɪˈɒlədʒɪzəm/

KK: /niˈɑlədʒɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A newly created word or expression that is not yet widely used or accepted.

Example: The term 'selfie' is a popular neologism that describes a self-taken photograph.

neologistic

IPA: /niːˈɒlədʒɪstɪk/

KK: /niːˈɒlədʒɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to new words or expressions that have recently been created or introduced into a language.

Example: The author's neologistic style made the book feel fresh and innovative.

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