IPA: /plaɪəˈbɪləti/
KK: /plaɪəˌbɪləti/
Definition: The quality of being able to bend or change easily without breaking; flexibility.
Example: The pliability of the material makes it easy to shape into different forms.
IPA: /ˈnjuːmə/
KK: /ˈnjuːmə/
Definition: The vital spirit or soul that is believed to give life to the body.
Example: In ancient philosophy, pneuma was considered essential for life and health.
IPA: /njuːˌmɛtəˈlɒdʒi/
KK: /nʊˌmætəˈlɑdʒi/
Definition: The study or doctrine related to spiritual beings, particularly focusing on the Holy Spirit and its role in Christianity.
Example: In seminary, we studied pneumatology to understand the nature of the Holy Spirit.
IPA: /ˌpoʊ.kə.kjʊˈræn.tɪ.zəm/
KK: /pəˌkoʊkəˈrænˌtɪzəm/
Definition: A state of being indifferent or unconcerned about important matters; a lack of interest or care.
Example: His pococurantism towards the project led to its failure.
IPA: /ˈpɔɪntɪdnəs/
KK: /ˈpɔɪntɪdnəs/
Definition: The quality of having a sharp or tapered end.
Example: The pointedness of the pencil made it easy to write fine lines.
IPA: /ˈpɔɪntləsnəs/
KK: /ˈpɔɪntləsnəs/
Definition: The state of having no meaning or purpose; being without value or significance.
Example: Many people feel a sense of pointlessness when they are not engaged in meaningful activities.
IPA: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/
KK: /pəˈlɑːrɪti/
Definition: The quality or condition of having two opposite or contrasting aspects, often related to physical properties or ideas.
Example: The polarity of the magnet determines which way it will attract other objects.
IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪk/
KK: /pəˈlɛmɪk/
Definition: Relating to a strong argument or disagreement, often in a way that is very critical or confrontational.
Example: The author's polemic style made the debate more intense and engaging.
Definition: A strong argument or disagreement that attacks or challenges a specific opinion or belief.
Example: The author's latest book is a polemic against the current political system.
IPA: /pəˈlɛmɪkəl/
KK: /pəˈlɛmɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to strong arguments or controversial discussions, often in a way that is aggressive or confrontational.
Example: The author's polemical style made the book both engaging and contentious.
Definition: A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something, often involving controversial or heated arguments.
Example: The author's latest book is a polemical work that challenges traditional views on politics.
IPA: /pəˈlɪkəˌtoʊmi/
KK: /pɑːlɪˈkɒtəmi/
Definition: A situation in which something is divided into more than two parts or categories.
Example: The study of the species revealed a polychotomy in their evolutionary paths.
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