IPA: /ʌnˈwɪzdəm/
KK: /ʌnˈwɪzdəm/
Definition: The state of not having good judgment or making poor decisions.
Example: His unwisdom led him to invest in a failing business.
IPA: /ʌnˈwɜːrldlinəs/
KK: /ʌnˈwɜrldlinəs/
Definition: The quality of being not influenced by the concerns of the world, often associated with a focus on spiritual or idealistic matters rather than practical or material ones.
Example: Her unworldliness made her an intriguing character in the story, as she often preferred books and nature over social gatherings.
IPA: /ʌpˈbɪldɪŋ/
KK: /ʌpˈbɪldɪŋ/
Definition: The process of improving or developing something, especially in a positive way.
Example: The community center focuses on the upbuilding of local youth through education and mentorship.
IPA: /ˈʌp.raɪt.nəs/
KK: /ˈʌpˌraɪt.nəs/
Definition: The quality of being morally correct, honest, and having strong principles.
Example: Her uprightness in dealing with others earned her great respect.
IPA: /juˈroʊbɔrɪk/
KK: /juˈroʊbɔrɪk/
Definition: Relating to a cycle or something that consumes itself, often symbolizing renewal or infinity.
Example: The concept of uroboric cycles can be seen in various mythologies and philosophies.
IPA: /ˈjuːtɪl/
KK: /ˈjuːtɪl/
Definition: Something that is helpful or beneficial in achieving a purpose.
Example: The new software proved to be quite utile for improving productivity.
IPA: /ˌjuːtɪˈlɪtəriən/
KK: /juːˌtɪlɪˈtɛəriən/
Definition: Relating to a practical approach that emphasizes usefulness and functionality over aesthetics or other values.
Example: The utilitarian design of the furniture made it easy to use and maintain.
Definition: A person who supports or believes in the idea that the best action is the one that maximizes overall happiness or utility.
Example: As a utilitarian, she always considers the consequences of her actions on the greater good.
IPA: /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛrɪənɪzəm/
KK: /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛrɪənɪzəm/
Definition: A belief or theory that suggests the best action is the one that maximizes overall happiness or utility for the greatest number of people.
Example: Utilitarianism is often discussed in philosophy classes as a way to evaluate moral decisions.
IPA: /juˈtoʊpiə/
KK: /juˈtoʊpiə/
Definition: A perfect place or state where everything is ideal, especially in terms of social, political, and moral conditions.
Example: In her novel, she created a utopia where everyone lived in harmony and happiness.
IPA: /juˈtoʊpiən/
KK: /juˈtoʊpiən/
Definition: Describing an ideal place or situation that is perfect but not realistic or achievable in real life.
Example: The author wrote a utopian novel that imagined a world without poverty or war.
Definition: A person who believes in or seeks to create a perfect society where everything is ideal and harmonious.
Example: The utopian envisioned a world without poverty or conflict.
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