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Topic: Philosophy

apperception

IPA: /ˌæpərˈsɛpʃən/

KK: /æpərˈsɛpʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of understanding something by relating it to what you have experienced before, involving full awareness and conscious perception.

Example: Her apperception of the artwork was influenced by her previous experiences with similar styles.

apperceptive

IPA: /ˌæpərˈsɛptɪv/

KK: /ˌæpərˈsɛptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to understand or perceive things quickly and accurately.

Example: Her apperceptive nature allows her to grasp complex ideas easily.

applicatory

IPA: /ˈæplɪkətəri/

KK: /ˈæplɪkətɔri/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be easily used or applied in a practical way.

Example: The teacher provided applicatory examples to help students understand the concept better.

appositeness

IPA: /əˈpɒzɪtnəs/

KK: /əˈpɑːzɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being relevant or suitable for a particular situation or purpose.

Example: The appositeness of her comments made the discussion much more engaging.

approach

IPA: /əˈproʊtʃ/

KK: /əˈproʊtʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come closer in distance or time.

Example: As the deadline approaches, I need to work harder.

noun

Definition: A way to get closer to something or someone, or a method for dealing with a situation.

Example: The teacher's approach to teaching math helped the students understand better.

transitive verb

Definition: To start dealing with or working on something, or to come close to something in quality or condition.

Example: She decided to approach the problem from a different angle.

apriority

IPA: //eɪˈpraɪəˌtɔri//

KK: /eɪˈpraɪəˌtɔri/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of knowing something without needing to experience it first, based on reasoning or logic.

Example: The philosopher argued that certain truths are understood a priori, without the need for empirical evidence.

arbitrariness

IPA: /ˌɑːr.bɪˈtrɛr.ɪ.nəs/

KK: /ˌɑːr.bɪˈtrɛr.ɪ.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system.

Example: The arbitrariness of the rules made it difficult for players to understand how to win the game.

arbitrary

IPA: /ˈɑːrbɪtrəri/

KK: /ˈɑːrbɪtrəri/

adjective

Definition: Based on personal choice or random decision rather than a specific reason or rule.

Example: The selection of the winner seemed arbitrary, as it was based on personal preference rather than clear criteria.

arcadian

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪdiən/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪdiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a simple, peaceful, and rural way of life, often seen as ideal or perfect.

Example: The couple dreamed of living in an Arcadian village surrounded by nature.

noun

Definition: A person who lives a simple and peaceful life, often associated with rural or pastoral settings.

Example: The artist chose to live as an Arcadian, enjoying the tranquility of nature away from the city.

arcane

IPA: /ɑːrˈkeɪn/

KK: /ɑrˈkeɪn/

adjective

Definition: Something that is known or understood only by a small group of people, often because it is secret or mysterious.

Example: The professor explained the arcane rules of the ancient game to his students.

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