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Topic: Feelings

apoplectically

IPA: /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪkli/

KK: /æpəˈplɛktɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows extreme anger or rage, often to the point of being unable to speak or act normally.

Example: He reacted apoplectically when he heard the news about the unfair decision.

apoplexy

IPA: /ˈæpəˌplɛksi/

KK: /ˈæpəˌplɛksi/

noun

Definition: A sudden and severe medical condition caused by bleeding in the brain, often leading to loss of consciousness or paralysis. It can also refer to a fit of extreme anger.

Example: The news of the scandal caused such apoplexy among the board members that they could hardly speak.

appal

IPA: /əˈpæl/

KK: /əˈpæl/

verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel shock or dismay; to horrify.

Example: The news of the disaster appalled the entire community.

appalling

IPA: /əˈpɔːlɪŋ/

KK: /əˈpɔlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing shock, horror, or strong disapproval; very bad or unpleasant.

Example: The appalling conditions in the shelter shocked everyone who visited.

appallingly

IPA: /əˈpɔːlɪŋli/

KK: /əˈpɔlɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes shock or dismay; extremely bad or unpleasant.

Example: The service at the restaurant was appallingly slow, making us wait for over an hour.

apparent

IPA: /əˈpærənt/

KK: /əˈpɛrənt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is easy to see or understand; it seems to be true or real, but it may not be.

Example: The apparent difference between the two products is not as significant as it seems.

apparentness

IPA: /əˈpɛrəntnəs/

KK: /əˈpɛrəntnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being clear or easy to see; the quality of being obvious or evident.

Example: The apparentness of her happiness made everyone around her smile.

apparition

IPA: /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

KK: /æpəˈrɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A ghostly figure or a vision that appears suddenly, often unexpectedly.

Example: The old house was said to be haunted by an apparition that frightened visitors.

apparitional

IPA: /əˈpærɪʃənl/

KK: /əˈpærɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a ghost or spirit; having a ghostly or spectral quality.

Example: The apparitional figure appeared suddenly in the dim light of the room.

appeal

IPA: /əˈpiːl/

KK: /əˈpil/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a serious request for something, often for help or support.

Example: She decided to appeal to the committee for more funding.

noun

Definition: A serious request for something, often made to a higher authority or in a legal context. It can also refer to the ability to attract interest or attention.

Example: The charity made an appeal for donations to help those in need.

transitive verb

Definition: To request a higher court to review a decision made by a lower court.

Example: The lawyer decided to appeal the court's decision.

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