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Topic: Philosophy

nowness

IPA: /ˈnaʊnəs/

KK: /naʊnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being in the present time or happening right now.

Example: The nowness of the moment made it feel special and unique.

nugatory

IPA: /ˈnʌɡətɔːri/

KK: /ˈnʌɡəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Something that is unimportant or has no value.

Example: The committee dismissed the proposal as nugatory and not worth considering.

numen

IPA: /ˈnjuːmən/

KK: /ˈnjuːmən/

noun

Definition: A divine spirit or force that is believed to inhabit a specific place or object, often associated with nature.

Example: The ancient people believed that each mountain had its own numen that protected it.

numerological

IPA: /ˌnjuːməˈrɒlədʒɪkəl/

KK: /njuːməˈrɒlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of the mystical significance of numbers and their influence on human life.

Example: Many people believe that numerological readings can provide insights into their personalities and futures.

numerology

IPA: /ˌnjuːməˈrɒlədʒi/

KK: /njuməˈrɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The practice of studying the mystical meanings of numbers and how they are believed to affect people's lives.

Example: Many people believe in numerology and consult it for guidance in their personal decisions.

numinous

IPA: /ˈnjuːmɪnəs/

KK: /ˈnjuːmɪnəs/

adjective

Definition: Having a mysterious or spiritual quality that makes one feel a sense of the divine or supernatural.

Example: The ancient temple had a numinous atmosphere that left visitors in awe.

numinousness

IPA: /ˈnjuːmɪnəsnəs/

KK: /ˈnjuːmɪnəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being spiritual or having a strong, mysterious presence that inspires awe or reverence.

Example: The numinousness of the ancient temple left visitors in deep contemplation.

obfuscation

IPA: /ˌɒb.fəˈskeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ˌɑb.fəˈskeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of making something unclear or difficult to understand, often intentionally, to confuse or mislead.

Example: The obfuscation of the report made it hard for the team to understand the main issues.

object

IPA: /ˈɒbdʒɛkt/

KK: /ˈɑbdʒɛkt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of an object, especially in programming or computing contexts.

Example: The object code is essential for the execution of the program.

intransitive verb

Definition: To express disagreement or disapproval about something.

Example: She objects to the new rules at work.

noun

Definition: A thing that can be seen or touched, or something that is the focus of attention or action.

Example: The teacher used a colorful object to explain the lesson.

transitive verb

Definition: To express or feel disapproval or opposition to something.

Example: Many people object to the new policy because they believe it is unfair.

objectification

IPA: /ˌɒb.dʒɛk.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ˌɑbdʒɛk.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of treating a person or thing as an object rather than as a human being with feelings and rights.

Example: The objectification of individuals in media can lead to harmful stereotypes.

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