IPA: /sɪˈmoʊniˌækl/
KK: /sɪˈmoʊniˌækl/
Definition: Relating to the act of simony, which is the buying or selling of ecclesiastical privileges, such as church offices or sacraments.
Example: The church condemned simoniacal practices as corrupt and unethical.
IPA: /ˈsɪməni/
KK: /ˈsɪməˌni/
Definition: The act of buying or selling church positions or religious privileges, which is considered wrong or corrupt.
Example: The church took action against simony to maintain its integrity and moral standards.
IPA: /ˈsɪnɪˌsaɪz/
KK: /ˈsɪnɪˌsaɪz/
Definition: To change something so that it resembles or is influenced by Chinese culture or language.
Example: The government aims to sinicize the education system to better align it with local traditions.
IPA: /ˈsɪnɪstə/
KK: /ˈsɪnɪstər/
Definition: Suggesting something bad or evil; causing feelings of fear or worry.
Example: The dark alley had a sinister feeling that made her uneasy.
IPA: /sɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/
KK: /sɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/
Definition: A set of conditions or circumstances that exist at a particular time and place.
Example: The situation in the city improved after the new policies were implemented.
IPA: /ˈsaɪzɪzəm/
KK: /ˈsaɪzɪzəm/
Definition: Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their physical size, often affecting those who are perceived as overweight or underweight.
Example: Sizeism can lead to unfair treatment in the workplace and social situations.
IPA: /ˈskɜːrmɪʃ/
KK: /ˈskɜr.mɪʃ/
Definition: To take part in a small fight or argument, often as part of a larger conflict.
Example: The two teams skirmished during the practice match.
Definition: A small fight or conflict, often part of a larger battle or disagreement.
Example: The two teams had a skirmish during the match, but it was quickly resolved.
IPA: /ˈskʌlˌdʌɡəri/
KK: /ˈskʌlˌdʌɡəri/
Definition: Dishonest or deceitful behavior, often involving trickery or underhanded tactics.
Example: The politician was involved in some serious skulduggery that shocked the public.
IPA: //ˌskʌlˈdʌɡəri//
Definition: A type of clever trick or deceit, often used to achieve a dishonest goal.
Example: The politician was accused of skullduggery during the election campaign.
IPA: /ˈskaɪdʒæk/
KK: /skaɪdʒæk/
Definition: To take control of an aircraft by force, often during a flight, usually for illegal purposes.
Example: The criminals attempted to skyjack the plane mid-flight.
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