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Topic: Culture

subversion

IPA: /səbˈvɜːrʒən/

KK: /səbˈvɜrʒən/

noun

Definition: The act of trying to destroy or weaken a government or system from within, often in secret.

Example: The group was accused of engaging in subversion against the current regime.

subversive

IPA: /səbˈvɜːsɪv/

KK: /səbˈvɜrsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to actions or ideas that aim to challenge or overthrow established systems, especially governments.

Example: The artist's work was considered subversive because it questioned the norms of society.

noun

Definition: A person who seeks to undermine or overthrow an established system or authority, often through rebellious or disruptive actions.

Example: The government was concerned about the activities of subversives who were trying to incite unrest.

subworld

IPA: /ˈsʌbˌwɜrld/

KK: /sʌbˈwɜrld/

noun

Definition: A smaller world that is part of a larger world, often used in contexts like gaming or storytelling.

Example: In the game, players can explore different subworlds, each with its own unique challenges.

succah

IPA: /ˈsʌkə/

KK: /sʌkə/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure or booth used during the Jewish festival of Sukkot, typically made of natural materials and open to the sky.

Example: During Sukkot, families often gather in their succah to eat meals and celebrate together.

succuba

IPA: /ˈsʌkjʊbə/

KK: /sʌkjuːbə/

noun

Definition: A female demon or evil spirit that is believed to seduce men, often appearing in dreams.

Example: In folklore, a succuba is said to visit men at night and tempt them.

succubus

IPA: /ˈsʌkjʊbəs/

KK: /ˈsʌkjʊbəs/

noun

Definition: A female demon that is believed to visit men while they sleep and engage in sexual activity with them.

Example: In folklore, a succubus is said to seduce men in their dreams.

sudarium

IPA: //suˈdɛəriəm//

KK: /sjuˈdɛrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A cloth or handkerchief that is believed to have the image of Christ's face, created when he wiped his face with it during his journey to crucifixion.

Example: The priest displayed the sudarium during the religious ceremony.

sudser

IPA: /ˈsʌd.zər/

KK: /ˈsʌd.zər/

noun

Definition: A type of television show that is a melodrama, usually aired during the day, and often sponsored by companies that sell household products.

Example: She enjoys watching her favorite sudser every afternoon.

suggestive

IPA: /səˈdʒɛstɪv/

KK: /səˈdʒɛstɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of suggesting or hinting at something, often in a way that is indirect or implies something more than what is stated.

Example: The artist's use of color was very suggestive, evoking feelings of nostalgia and longing.

suitableness

IPA: /ˈsuːtəblnəs/

KK: /ˈsutəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation.

Example: The suitableness of the dress for the occasion impressed everyone at the party.

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