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Topic: Philosophy

hereafter

IPA: /hɪrˈæf.tər/

KK: /hɪrˈæftər/

adverb

Definition: At a later time or in the future; after this moment.

Example: Many people believe that they will be rewarded for their good deeds hereafter.

noun

Definition: A state of existence that comes after death, often referred to as the afterlife.

Example: Many religions have different beliefs about what happens in the hereafter.

hereditarian

IPA: /həˈrɛdɪˌtɛrɪən/

KK: /hɪˈrɛdɪˌtɛrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the belief that genetic factors are the primary influence on human traits and behaviors.

Example: The hereditarian perspective emphasizes the role of genetics in determining intelligence.

noun

Definition: A person who believes that genetic factors are the main reason for differences among individuals.

Example: The hereditarian argued that intelligence is largely inherited from parents.

heresiarch

IPA: /həˈrɛsiˌɑrk/

KK: /hɛˈrɛsiˌɑrk/

noun

Definition: A person who is the main leader or supporter of a belief that goes against the accepted teachings of a religion.

Example: The heresiarch was known for challenging traditional doctrines and attracting a following.

heresy

IPA: /ˈhɛrəsi/

KK: /ˈhɛrəsi/

noun

Definition: A belief or opinion that goes against the accepted teachings of a religion or a widely held belief, often considered wrong or unacceptable.

Example: The scientist's theory was seen as heresy by the traditionalists in the field.

heretic

IPA: /ˈhɛrɪtɪk/

KK: /ˈhɛrɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to beliefs or opinions that go against established or accepted doctrines, especially in religion.

Example: The heretic was excommunicated for his unconventional beliefs.

noun

Definition: A person who has beliefs or opinions that go against the accepted teachings of a religion, especially in Christianity.

Example: The church labeled him a heretic for his unconventional views on faith.

heretical

IPA: /həˈrɛtɪkəl/

KK: /həˈrɛtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing ideas or beliefs that go against accepted or traditional views, especially in religion or philosophy.

Example: The scientist's heretical theories challenged the long-held beliefs of the academic community.

heretically

IPA: /həˈrɛtɪkli/

KK: /hɛˈrɛtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that goes against established beliefs or doctrines, especially in a religious context.

Example: The scholar spoke heretically about the traditional views of the church.

heretofore

IPA: /hɪərtəˈfɔːr/

KK: /hɪrɪˈtɔr/

adverb

Definition: Until now; at any time before this moment.

Example: Heretofore, we have not encountered any problems with the project.

hermeneutic

IPA: /hɜːməˈnjuːtɪk/

KK: /hɜrˈmɛnʊtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the interpretation or explanation of texts, especially in philosophy and literature.

Example: The professor used a hermeneutic approach to analyze the ancient manuscript.

noun

Definition: The study of how to interpret texts, especially religious or philosophical ones, and the methods used for understanding their meaning.

Example: The professor taught a course on hermeneutic principles and their application in literature.

hermeneutical

IPA: /hɜːməˈnjuːtɪkəl/

KK: /hɜrˈmɛnʊtɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of interpretation, especially of texts like religious scriptures.

Example: The professor gave a hermeneutical analysis of the ancient manuscript.

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