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Topic: Philosophy

propositional

IPA: /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃənl/

KK: /prəˈpɒzɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to statements that can be true or false, often used in logic and mathematics.

Example: In logic, a propositional statement can be evaluated as either true or false.

propositus

IPA: /prəˈpɒzɪtəs/

KK: /prəˈpɒzɪtəs/

noun

Definition: A person who is directly involved in or affected by a particular situation or action.

Example: In the legal case, the propositus was called to testify about the events that took place.

propound

IPA: /prəˈpaʊnd/

KK: /prəˈpaʊnd/

transitive verb

Definition: To put forward an idea, suggestion, or plan for others to think about or discuss.

Example: The scientist decided to propound a new theory about climate change.

propounder

IPA: /prəˈpaʊndər/

KK: /prəˈpaʊndər/

noun

Definition: A person who suggests or puts forward an idea or plan for others to think about.

Example: The propounder of the new policy explained its benefits during the meeting.

proprium

IPA: /ˈprɒpriəm/

KK: /ˈprɒpriəm/

noun

Definition: A characteristic or quality that is typical of a particular group or category, but does not define it. It is often used in philosophical discussions, especially in relation to Aristotle's ideas.

Example: In philosophy, the proprium of a species helps to distinguish it from other species without being essential to its definition.

protean

IPA: /ˈproʊtiən/

KK: /ˈproʊtiən/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lot of different forms, styles, or ideas; able to change easily and adapt to different situations.

Example: The artist is known for her protean style, which changes with each new project.

protensive

IPA: /prəˈtɛnsɪv/

KK: /prəˈtɛnsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is drawn out or extended in length or time.

Example: The protensive nature of the project required more time than initially planned.

protractive

IPA: /prəʊˈtræktɪv/

KK: /prəʊˈtræktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Something that causes a delay or prolongs a situation over time.

Example: The protractive negotiations made it difficult to reach an agreement.

protreptic

IPA: /prəʊˈtrɛptɪk/

KK: /prəʊˈtrɛptɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is intended to teach or instruct, often in a persuasive way.

Example: The protreptic speech encouraged the students to pursue their studies with passion.

noun

Definition: A type of speech or writing that aims to teach and persuade the audience.

Example: The philosopher delivered a protreptic to encourage the students to pursue wisdom.

provable

IPA: /ˈprəʊvəbl/

KK: /ˈproʊvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that can be shown to be true or false through evidence or argument.

Example: The theory is provable with the right mathematical tools.

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