IPA: /juˈzɜːrp/
KK: /juˈzɜrp/
Definition: To take control of something, especially power or rights, from someone else without permission or legal right.
Example: The king was overthrown when a general attempted to usurp his throne.
IPA: /juːˈzɜːrpeɪʃən/
KK: /juːˈzɜːrpeɪʃən/
Definition: The act of taking control or power that does not belong to you, often in a wrongful or illegal way.
Example: The usurpation of the throne led to a civil war in the kingdom.
IPA: /juːˈzɜːrpər/
KK: /juːˈzɜːrpər/
Definition: A person who takes control of something, especially a position of power, without the right to do so.
Example: The usurper claimed the throne after overthrowing the rightful king.
IPA: /ˈʌksəraɪˌsaɪd/
KK: /ˈʌksərɪˌsaɪd/
Definition: The act of a husband killing his wife, or a man who commits this act.
Example: The crime of uxoricide is a serious offense in many legal systems.
IPA: //ˈvæsɪˌleɪtə//
KK: /ˈvæsɪˌleɪtər/
Definition: A person who is indecisive and frequently changes their mind or opinion.
Example: She is a vacillator, often unable to choose between two options.
IPA: /ˈveɪɡrənsi/
KK: /ˈveɪɡrəntsi/
Definition: The condition of wandering from place to place without a permanent home or job.
Example: The city has programs to help those struggling with vagrancy.
IPA: //vəˈkiːl//
KK: /vuh-keel/
Definition: A person who acts on behalf of another, often in legal matters or as a representative.
Example: The vakeel represented his client in court during the trial.
IPA: /ˈvændəl/
KK: /ˈvændəl/
Definition: A person who deliberately destroys or damages property, often in a careless or reckless manner.
Example: The school was damaged by vandals who spray-painted the walls.
Definition: A person who deliberately damages or destroys property that belongs to someone else or to the public.
Example: The school was vandalized with graffiti over the weekend.
IPA: /vænˈdælɪk/
KK: /vænˈdælɪk/
Definition: Relating to or characteristic of the act of deliberately destroying or damaging property.
Example: The vandalic behavior of the group led to significant damage in the park.
IPA: /ˈvæn.də.laɪzd/
KK: /ˈvæn.də.laɪzd/
Definition: Describing something that has been damaged or defaced by vandalism.
Example: The vandalised wall was covered in graffiti and broken glass.
Definition: To have damaged or destroyed property deliberately, often in a way that is disrespectful or harmful.
Example: The old building was vandalised with graffiti all over the walls.
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