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Topic: Culture

parados

IPA: //ˈpærədɒs//

KK: /pæˈrɑːdoʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of song performed by a Greek chorus when entering a theater, or a structure built to shield an area from attacks.

Example: The parados marked the entrance of the chorus, filling the theater with their harmonious voices.

paradox

IPA: /ˈpærədɒks/

KK: /ˈpærədɑks/

noun

Definition: A statement or situation that seems contradictory or impossible but may actually be true or valid.

Example: The idea that you can save money by spending it is a classic paradox.

paradoxical

IPA: /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

KK: /ˌpærəˈdɑksɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that seems contradictory or goes against common sense, but may actually be true or valid.

Example: It is paradoxical that the more we learn, the more we realize how much we don't know.

paradoxicality

IPA: /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəlɪti/

KK: /ˌpærəˈdɑksɪkəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of having contradictory or opposing elements that seem impossible but may actually coexist.

Example: The paradoxicality of the situation left everyone confused about what to believe.

paradoxically

IPA: /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkli/

KK: /ˌpærəˈdɑksɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that seems contradictory or illogical, but may actually be true or valid.

Example: Paradoxically, the more we learn, the more we realize how much we don't know.

paradoxicalness

IPA: /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəlnəs/

KK: /ˌpærəˈdɑksɪkəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of having contradictory or opposing qualities that seem impossible but can exist together.

Example: The paradoxicalness of the situation left everyone confused about what to believe.

paragon

IPA: /ˈpærəɡən/

KK: /ˈpærəˌɡɒn/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or trait.

Example: She is a paragon of kindness and generosity.

transitive verb

Definition: To compare something to a model of excellence or perfection.

Example: She was considered a paragon of virtue in her community.

parajournalism

IPA: /ˌpærəˈdʒɜrnəlɪzəm/

KK: /pɛrəˈdʒɜrnəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A type of journalism that emphasizes personal opinions and creative storytelling rather than just reporting facts.

Example: The article was a clear example of parajournalism, blending the author's opinions with the news.

parament

IPA: /ˈpærəmənt/

KK: /ˈpærəmənt/

noun

Definition: A decorative cloth or garment used in religious ceremonies, often hung or worn by clergy.

Example: The church was adorned with beautiful paraments for the special service.

paranormal

IPA: /ˌpærəˈnɔːr.məl/

KK: /ˌpærəˈnɔrml/

adjective

Definition: Relating to events or phenomena that cannot be explained by natural laws or scientific understanding.

Example: Many people believe in paranormal activities, such as ghosts and UFO sightings.

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