IPA: /ˈswuːnɪŋli/
KK: /ˈswuːnɪŋli/
Definition: In a way that causes someone to faint or feel overwhelmed with emotion, often due to admiration or love.
Example: She spoke swooningly about her favorite movie star, making everyone around her smile.
IPA: /sɪkəˈfæntɪk/
KK: /sɪkəˈfæntɪk/
Definition: Describing someone who flatters others excessively, often to gain favor or advantage.
Example: His sycophantic behavior made it clear that he was only interested in pleasing the boss.
IPA: //ˈsɪkəfæntɪʃ//
KK: /sɪkəˈfæntɪʃ/
Example: His sycophantish behavior made it clear that he was only interested in pleasing the boss.
IPA: /ˌsɪm.pəˈθɛt.ɪk/
KK: /sɪmˈpæθɪk/
Definition: Showing kindness and understanding towards someone else's feelings or situation.
Example: She gave him a sympathetic smile when he shared his troubles.
Definition: A person who shows understanding and compassion towards others' feelings or situations.
Example: She was a sympathetic friend who always listened to my problems.
IPA: /sɪmˈpæθɪkli/
KK: /sɪmˈpæθɪkli/
Definition: In a way that shows understanding and care for someone else's feelings or situation.
Example: She listened sympathetically to his problems, offering comfort and support.
IPA: /sɪmˈpæθaɪz/
KK: /sɪmˈpæθaɪz/
Definition: To share the feelings or emotions of someone else, especially in times of sadness or difficulty.
Example: I can sympathise with her because I have been through a similar situation.
IPA: /ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz/
Definition: To understand and share the feelings of someone else, especially in times of trouble or sadness.
Example: I sympathize with her because I know how difficult this situation is for her.
IPA: /ˈsɪm.pə.θi/
KK: /ˈsɪmpəθi/
Definition: A feeling of care and understanding for someone else's suffering or troubles.
Example: She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the disaster.
IPA: /ˈtæs.ɪ.tɜrn/
KK: /ˈtæsɪˌtɜrn/
Definition: Someone who is quiet and does not talk much, often preferring to listen rather than speak.
Example: Despite being taciturn, he had a lot of insightful thoughts to share when he chose to speak.
IPA: //ˌtæsɪˈtɜrnɪti//
KK: /ˈtæsɪˌtɜrnɪti/
Definition: The quality of being quiet and not speaking much; a tendency to be reserved in conversation.
Example: Her taciturnity made it difficult for others to get to know her well.
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