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Topic: Emotions

hangdog

IPA: /ˈhæŋˌdɔɡ/

KK: /hæŋˌdɔg/

adjective

Definition: Feeling sad or guilty, often with a downcast expression.

Example: He had a hangdog look after forgetting his friend's birthday.

noun

Definition: A person who is sneaky, dishonest, or morally bad.

Example: He was known as a hangdog, always trying to cheat others.

hanker

IPA: /ˈhæŋkər/

KK: /ˈhæŋkər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To have a strong and often persistent desire for something.

Example: She began to hanker for a change in her life after years of routine.

hankering

IPA: /ˈhæŋkərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhæŋkərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A strong and persistent desire for something, often something that is difficult to obtain.

Example: She had a hankering for adventure and wanted to travel the world.

verb

Definition: To have a strong desire or longing for something.

Example: She had a hankering for chocolate cake after dinner.

hapless

IPA: /ˈhæpləs/

KK: /ˈhæpləs/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is unlucky or unfortunate, often experiencing bad luck or misfortune.

Example: The hapless traveler lost his luggage and missed his flight.

haplessly

IPA: /ˈhæpləsli/

KK: /ˈhæpləsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows bad luck or misfortune; unfortunately.

Example: She haplessly tripped over her own feet during the dance.

haplessness

IPA: /ˈhæpləsnəs/

KK: /ˈhæpləsnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being unfortunate or unlucky, often resulting in misfortune or bad luck.

Example: His haplessness in finding a job made him feel discouraged.

happi

IPA: /ˈhæpi/

KK: /hæpi/

noun

Definition: A loose, informal Japanese coat that is usually decorated with a special symbol or crest.

Example: He wore a happi during the festival to show his team's spirit.

happier

IPA: /ˈhæpiər/

KK: /ˈhæp.i.ɚ/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing more joy or contentment than before.

Example: She felt happier after spending time with her friends.

happiest

IPA: /ˈhæpiəst/

KK: /ˈhæpiɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most joyful or content state of being, often characterized by feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Example: She was the happiest person at the party, smiling and laughing with everyone.

happily

IPA: /ˈhæpɪli/

KK: /ˈhæpɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows joy or pleasure; with happiness.

Example: She danced happily at the party.

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