IPA: //bɑːˈbɑːbərəsli//
KK: /bɑrˈbɛrəsli/
Definition: In a way that is cruel, brutal, or lacking in civilization.
Example: The soldiers acted barbarously during the invasion, showing no mercy to the civilians.
IPA: //bɑːˈbɑːbərəsnəs//
KK: /bɑrˈbɛrəsnəs/
Definition: The condition of being cruel, savage, or uncivilized.
Example: The barbarousness of the ancient practices shocked the modern audience.
IPA: /ˈbærən/
KK: /ˈbɛrən/
Definition: A title for a nobleman of the lowest rank in British and Japanese aristocracy, often holding land and privileges granted by a king or feudal lord.
Example: The baron hosted a grand feast at his castle to celebrate his daughter's wedding.
IPA: /ˈbærənɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈbɛrənɪdʒ/
Definition: A group of barons or the rank and dignity associated with being a baron.
Example: The baronage played a significant role in the governance of the kingdom.
IPA: /ˈbærənɪs/
KK: /ˈbɛrənɪs/
Definition: A woman who has the title of a baron, which is a rank of nobility. She may be the wife or widow of a baron, or she may hold the title herself.
Example: The baroness hosted a grand dinner for the local nobility.
IPA: /ˈbærənɛt/
KK: /ˈbɛrəˌnɛt/
Definition: A man who has a British hereditary title that is lower than a baron and higher than a knight, and who can be addressed as 'Sir'.
Example: The baronet attended the royal ceremony in his formal attire.
IPA: /ˈbærəˌnɪtɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈbɛrənɪtɪdʒ/
Definition: A group of people who hold the title of baronet, or the rank associated with this title.
Example: The baronetage includes many distinguished families with a long history in the country.
IPA: /ˈbærəˌnɛtsi/
KK: /ˈbɛrənɪtsi/
Definition: The title or rank held by a baronet, which is a hereditary honor in the British nobility, ranking below a baron.
Example: He inherited the baronetcy from his father, becoming a member of the British gentry.
IPA: /ˈbɛrəni/
KK: /ˈbɛrəni/
Definition: A territory or estate owned by a baron, which is a noble rank in the hierarchy of feudalism.
Example: The barony was known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
IPA: /bæˈrɑːʒ/
KK: /bæˈrɑːʒ/
Definition: A strong and continuous attack or flow of something, such as artillery fire, words, or water.
Example: The politician faced a barrage of questions from the reporters after his speech.
Definition: To direct a concentrated attack or a large amount of something at someone or something.
Example: The army decided to barrage the enemy's position with artillery fire.
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