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Topic: Philosophy

effectuality

IPA: /ɪˌfɛkˈtʃuːəlɪti/

KK: /ɪˌfɛkˈtʃuːəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to produce a desired result or effect.

Example: The effectuality of the new policy was evident in the improved performance of the team.

ego

IPA: /ˈiːɡoʊ/

KK: /ˈiːɡoʊ/

noun

Definition: A person's sense of self-importance or self-esteem, often seen as excessive or inflated.

Example: His ego was so big that he couldn't accept any criticism.

egoism

IPA: /ˈiːɡoʊɪzəm/

KK: /ˈiːɡoʊɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or attitude that prioritizes one's own interests and needs above those of others, often seen as excessive self-importance or self-centeredness.

Example: His egoism made it difficult for him to consider the feelings of others.

egoist

IPA: /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

KK: /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is primarily concerned with their own interests and benefits, often disregarding the needs of others.

Example: He is such an egoist that he never considers anyone else's feelings.

eidos

IPA: /ˈaɪdɒs/

KK: /ˈaɪdɒs/

noun

Definition: A term used in anthropology to describe the unique way of thinking or understanding that characterizes a particular culture or social group.

Example: The eidos of the community was reflected in their art and traditions.

eisegesis

IPA: //ˌaɪsɪˈdʒiːsɪs//

KK: /ˌaɪsɪˈdʒiːsɪs/

noun

Definition: The act of interpreting a text by adding one's own ideas or beliefs instead of understanding the original meaning.

Example: His eisegesis of the scripture led to a misunderstanding of its true message.

eleemosynary

IPA: /ˌɛlɪˈmɒsɪnɛri/

KK: /ˌɛlɪˈmɒsɪnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or supported by charity; given or done as an act of kindness without expecting anything in return.

Example: The eleemosynary organization provided food and shelter to those in need.

elenchus

IPA: /ɪˈlɛn.kəs/

KK: /ɪˈlɛn.kəs/

noun

Definition: A method of questioning used to refute an argument or to expose contradictions in someone's beliefs.

Example: The philosopher used elenchus to challenge the assumptions of his opponent.

elenctic

IPA: /ɪˈlɛŋktɪk/

KK: /ɪˈlɛŋktɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a method of argument that aims to refute or disprove a statement or idea.

Example: The elenctic approach in philosophy helps to challenge and clarify beliefs.

eliminative

IPA: /ɪˈlɪmɪnətɪv/

KK: /ɪˈlɪməˌneɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of removing or getting rid of something.

Example: The eliminative approach focuses on discarding unnecessary elements in the design.

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