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Topic: History

revolutionist

IPA: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃənɪst/

KK: /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or takes part in a significant change or overthrow of a government or social system.

Example: The revolutionist inspired many people to join the movement for change.

rhyton

IPA: /ˈraɪtən/

KK: /ˈraɪtən/

noun

Definition: A decorative drinking cup from ancient times, often shaped like an animal or its head.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a beautifully crafted rhyton during their excavation.

ringwork

IPA: /ˈrɪŋwɜːrk/

KK: /rɪŋwɜrk/

noun

Definition: A type of defensive structure that is usually circular or oval, used for protection, similar to a castle but without the raised earth mound.

Example: The archaeologists discovered an ancient ringwork that once served as a stronghold.

riot

IPA: /ˈraɪət/

KK: /raɪət/

intransitive verb

Definition: To behave in a wild or uncontrolled way, often in a group, usually causing chaos or disturbance.

Example: The crowd began to riot after the announcement was made.

noun

Definition: A large and violent disturbance caused by a group of people, often involving public disorder and chaos.

Example: The police were called to control the riot that broke out in the city center.

transitive verb

Definition: To spend money or time extravagantly or recklessly, often in a way that is excessive or uncontrolled.

Example: He rioted his savings on luxury items instead of saving for the future.

roman

IPA: /ˈroʊ.mən/

KK: /ˈroʊmən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the city of Rome, its people, or its culture.

Example: The Roman architecture is known for its grandeur and innovation.

noun

Definition: A type of story or book, often fictional, that tells a narrative, or a person who comes from Rome or is associated with ancient Rome.

Example: She wrote a captivating roman that took place in ancient Rome.

romanization

IPA: /ˌroʊmənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˈroʊmənaɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of converting a language or script into the Roman (Latin) alphabet.

Example: The romanization of Japanese makes it easier for non-Japanese speakers to read the language.

romanize

IPA: /ˈroʊməˌnaɪz/

KK: /ˈroʊməˌnaɪz/

verb

Definition: To convert words or letters from a different writing system into the Latin alphabet.

Example: The linguist decided to romanize the ancient texts to make them accessible to a wider audience.

romanized

IPA: /ˈroʊməˌnaɪzd/

KK: /ˈroʊməˌnaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been converted to the Latin alphabet from another writing system.

Example: The ancient texts were romanized to make them accessible to a wider audience.

verb

Definition: To convert a language or script into the Roman (Latin) alphabet.

Example: The ancient texts were romanized to make them easier to read for modern audiences.

romanticism

IPA: //roʊˈmæntɪsɪzəm//

KK: /roʊˈmæntɪsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A movement in art and literature that began in the 18th century, focusing on emotion, imagination, and nature, and often reacting against strict rules of earlier styles.

Example: The novel is a great example of romanticism, showcasing deep emotions and a connection to nature.

ronin

IPA: /ˈroʊnɪn/

KK: /ˈroʊnɪn/

noun

Definition: A person, especially a samurai, who has no master or lord, often wandering and seeking purpose. It can also refer to a student who has not succeeded in getting into their desired school and is preparing to try again.

Example: After losing his master, the samurai became a ronin, traveling the land in search of a new purpose.

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