IPA: //kʌŋkˈteɪʃən//
KK: /kʌŋkˈteɪʃən/
Definition: The act of delaying or postponing something, often unnecessarily.
Example: His constant cunctation led to missed deadlines and lost opportunities.
IPA: //ˈkʌŋk.tə.tɪv//
KK: /ˈkʌŋk.tə.tɪv/
Definition: Tending to postpone or delay actions or decisions.
Example: His cunctative nature often led to missed opportunities.
IPA: /kʌsp/
KK: /kʌsp/
Definition: A pointed or sharp end, or a significant point in time or space where two things meet or change.
Example: The cusp of the mountain was covered in snow, making it a beautiful sight.
IPA: /ˈsɪnɪk/
KK: /ˈsɪnɪk/
Definition: A person who believes that people are motivated by self-interest and often distrusts others' sincerity or goodness.
Example: Despite her cynic attitude, she still hoped for a better world.
Definition: A person who believes that people are generally selfish and often has a negative view of human motives.
Example: Despite his cynic attitude, he still managed to find some joy in life.
IPA: /ˈsɪnɪˌsɪzəm/
KK: /ˈsɪnɪˌsɪzəm/
Definition: A way of thinking that shows distrust or disbelief in the motives of others, often believing that people are motivated by self-interest.
Example: His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone in the organization.
IPA: /dɪˈmoʊnɪk/
KK: /dɪˈmoʊnɪk/
Definition: Relating to or resembling a demon; often associated with evil or malevolent qualities.
Example: The story featured a daemonic figure that haunted the villagers at night.
IPA: /ˈdeɪmən/
KK: /ˈdeɪmən/
Definition: In Greek mythology, a spirit or divine being that serves as a guide or protector, often considered a lesser deity or a genius.
Example: In ancient Greece, people believed that each person had a daimon watching over them.
IPA: /ˈdeɪmənɪk/
KK: /ˈdeɪmənɪk/
Definition: Relating to a spirit or supernatural being, often associated with inspiration or a demonic quality.
Example: The artist's daimonic creativity led to some of his most profound works.
Definition: A concept representing a spiritual or supernatural being that influences human behavior, often associated with inner turmoil or conflict.
Example: In literature, the daimonic often symbolizes the struggle between good and evil within a character.
IPA: //dæmˈneɪʃən//
KK: /dæmˈneɪʃən/
Definition: A strong expression of anger or annoyance, often used in frustration.
Example: Damnation! I can't believe I forgot my keys again!
Definition: The state of being punished forever, often in a religious context, or the act of condemning someone to such punishment.
Example: Many believe that a life of wrongdoing leads to damnation after death.
IPA: /ˈdɛθləs/
KK: /ˈdɛθləs/
Definition: Not able to die; living forever or never ending.
Example: The legend of the deathless hero has been told for generations.
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