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Topic: Feelings

bullheaded

IPA: /ˈbʊlˌhɛdɪd/

KK: /ˈbʊlˌhɛdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is stubborn and refuses to change their mind, even when it may not be wise to do so.

Example: Despite the advice from his friends, he remained bullheaded about his decision to quit his job.

bullheadedness

IPA: //ˈbʊlˌhɛd.nəs//

KK: /ˈbʊlˌhɛdɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being stubborn and unwilling to change one's mind or opinion.

Example: His bullheadedness often led to arguments with his friends.

bullying

IPA: /ˈbʊlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbʊlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of repeatedly hurting or intimidating someone who is weaker, often to make them do something against their will.

Example: Bullying can have serious effects on a person's mental health.

verb

Definition: To use strength or power to hurt or intimidate someone, often repeatedly.

Example: The teacher intervened to stop the bullying in the classroom.

bumbling

IPA: /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A mistake or error that happens because someone is clumsy or awkward.

Example: His bumbling led to several mistakes during the presentation.

verb

Definition: To move or act in a clumsy or awkward way, often making mistakes or causing confusion.

Example: He was bumbling around the kitchen, trying to find the right ingredients for dinner.

bumblingly

IPA: /ˈbʌmblɪŋli/

KK: /ˈbʌmblɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a clumsy or awkward way, often resulting in mistakes or confusion.

Example: He bumblingly tried to explain the instructions but ended up confusing everyone.

bumptious

IPA: /ˈbʌmpʃəs/

KK: /ˈbʌmpʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is overly confident and tries to impress others in a loud or annoying way.

Example: His bumptious attitude made it hard for others to work with him.

bumptiously

IPA: /ˈbʌmpʃəsli/

KK: /ˈbʌmpʃəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is overly confident or self-assertive, often in a rude or annoying manner.

Example: He spoke bumptiously at the meeting, making everyone uncomfortable with his arrogance.

bumptiousness

IPA: //ˈbʌmpʃəsnəs//

KK: /ˈbʌmpʃəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being overly confident or proud, often in a way that is annoying to others.

Example: His bumptiousness made it difficult for him to make friends at the new school.

bungling

IPA: /ˈbʌŋɡlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbʌŋɡlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is clumsy or makes mistakes due to a lack of skill or competence.

Example: His bungling attempts to fix the car only made the problem worse.

noun

Definition: An act or acts that show a lack of skill or ability, often resulting in mistakes or failures.

Example: His bungling of the project led to many delays and problems.

verb

Definition: To carry out a task clumsily or ineptly, often resulting in mistakes or failures.

Example: He was bungling the project, causing delays and frustration among the team.

buoyantly

IPA: /ˈbɔɪəntli/

KK: /ˈbujəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is cheerful and full of energy; showing a lively and optimistic attitude.

Example: She walked buoyantly into the room, spreading happiness to everyone around her.

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