IPA: /ˈɛnviəsnəs/
KK: /ˈɛnviəsnəs/
Definition: The feeling of wanting what someone else has, often leading to resentment or jealousy.
Example: Her enviousness of her friend's success made her feel unhappy.
IPA: /ˈɛnvi/
KK: /ˈɛnvi/
Definition: A feeling of wanting what someone else has, often accompanied by resentment or discontent.
Example: She felt a strong envy when she saw her friend's new car.
Definition: To feel a desire for what someone else has, often accompanied by feelings of resentment or jealousy.
Example: She began to envy her friend's success and happiness.
IPA: /ˈɛnviɪŋli/
KK: /ˈɛnviɪŋli/
Definition: In a way that shows jealousy or desire for what someone else has.
Example: She looked at her friend's new car envyingly, wishing it were hers.
IPA: /ɪnˈwuːm/
KK: /ɪnˈwum/
Definition: To surround or enclose something as if it were in a protective space, similar to how a womb protects a developing baby.
Example: The artist aimed to enwomb the viewer in a world of vibrant colors and emotions.
IPA: /ˈiːənɪzəm/
KK: /ˈiːənɪzəm/
Definition: A behavior where a man pretends to be a woman, often by dressing in women's clothing.
Example: His eonism was evident in the way he dressed and acted.
IPA: /ˈɛpɪsiːn/
KK: /ˈɛpɪsiːn/
Definition: Describing something that has characteristics of both genders or is neutral in gender; it can refer to language that uses one form for both male and female.
Example: The epicene term used in the document was inclusive of all genders.
Definition: A word that has no gender or can refer to both male and female, often used in linguistics.
Example: The word 'person' is considered epicene because it can refer to anyone, regardless of gender.
IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈkrɪtɪk/
KK: /ˌɛpɪˈkrɪtɪk/
Definition: Relating to sensory nerve fibers that help detect small differences in sensations like touch or temperature.
Example: The epicritic sensitivity of the skin allows us to feel subtle changes in temperature.
IPA: /ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/
KK: /ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/
Definition: Relating to a sudden realization or insight, often of a spiritual or profound nature.
Example: The artist's latest work was epiphanic, revealing deep truths about human existence.
IPA: /ɪˈpɪfəni/
KK: /ɪˈpɪfəni/
Definition: A sudden and clear understanding of something important, often leading to a new perspective or insight.
Example: After weeks of confusion, she had an epiphany that helped her solve the problem.
IPA: /ɪˈkwɛb.ə.bɪl.ɪ.ti/
KK: /ɪˈkwɛbɪlɪti/
Definition: The state of being calm and even-tempered, without sudden changes in mood or temperature.
Example: Her equability in stressful situations made her a great leader.
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