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Topic: Politics

outvote

IPA: //aʊtˈvoʊt//

KK: /aʊtˈvoʊt/

transitive verb

Definition: To defeat someone or something in a vote, usually by receiving more votes than them.

Example: In the last election, the new candidate managed to outvote the incumbent.

overarch

IPA: /ˌoʊ.vɚˈɑːrtʃ/

KK: /oʊvərˈɑːrtʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To create an arch shape that covers or spans over something.

Example: The bridge overarches the river, providing a beautiful view.

overarching

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈɑːrʧɪŋ/

KK: /oʊvərˈɑːrʧɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that covers or includes everything else; it is the main idea or theme that connects various parts together.

Example: The overarching theme of the conference was sustainability in urban development.

overbroad

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈbrɔd/

KK: /oʊvərbrɔd/

adjective

Definition: Excessively wide or general, lacking in specificity or precision.

Example: The law was criticized for being overbroad, as it applied to too many situations.

overcentralized

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsɛntrəˌlaɪzd/

KK: /oʊvərˈsɛntrəˌlaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Having too much power or control concentrated in a single authority or organization.

Example: The company's overcentralized structure made it difficult for local managers to make decisions.

overclaim

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌkleɪm/

KK: /oʊvərˈkleɪm/

verb

Definition: To make a claim that is greater than what is true or reasonable.

Example: The company was accused of trying to overclaim the benefits of their new product.

overclaimed

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌkleɪmd/

KK: /oʊvərˈkleɪmd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been claimed or asserted to a degree that is considered too much or exaggerated.

Example: The company's overclaimed benefits led to customer dissatisfaction.

verb

Definition: To have claimed something excessively or beyond what is true or reasonable.

Example: The company overclaimed the benefits of their new product in their advertisements.

overclass

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌklæs/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌklæs/

noun

Definition: The highest social group in a society, typically characterized by great wealth, power, education, and social status.

Example: The overclass often influences political decisions due to their significant resources and connections.

overdependence

IPA: /ˌoʊvərdɪˈpɛndəns/

KK: /oʊvərdɪˈpɛndəns/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone relies too much on something or someone else, which can lead to problems or difficulties.

Example: His overdependence on technology made it hard for him to solve problems without it.

overkill

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌkɪl/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌkɪl/

noun

Definition: An excessive amount of something that is more than what is needed or appropriate for a specific purpose.

Example: The company's response to the minor issue was considered overkill by many employees.

transitive verb

Definition: To use excessive force or resources to achieve a goal, often resulting in unnecessary destruction or effort.

Example: The military's plan to bomb the area was seen as overkill, as they used far more explosives than needed.

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