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Topic: Politics

brutalise

IPA: /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something or someone brutal; to treat someone in a cruel or violent way.

Example: The dictator's regime was known to brutalise its opponents without mercy.

brutality

IPA: /bruˈtælɪti/

KK: /bruˈtælɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being cruel, harsh, or violent, often involving severe physical force or aggression.

Example: The brutality of the conflict shocked the entire nation.

brutalization

IPA: //bruːtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən//

KK: /brutəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process or act of making someone or something cruel or violent.

Example: The brutalization of the prisoners was condemned by human rights organizations.

brutalize

IPA: /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone or something cruel, harsh, or unfeeling, often through violent or abusive treatment.

Example: The dictator's regime aimed to brutalize the population into submission.

bullishly

IPA: /ˈbʊlɪʃli/

KK: /ˈbʊlɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows confidence and optimism about future success or growth, especially in financial markets.

Example: The investors spoke bullishly about the company's future prospects during the meeting.

bulwark

IPA: /ˈbʊlwɜrk/

KK: /ˈbʊlwərk/

noun

Definition: A strong wall or structure built to protect or defend against attacks; it can also refer to something that provides support or protection.

Example: The ancient castle had a bulwark that kept invaders at bay.

transitive verb

Definition: To strengthen or protect something by building a wall or barrier around it.

Example: The city was bulwarked against invaders with high stone walls.

buncombe

IPA: //ˈbʌŋ.kəm//

KK: /bʌŋkəm/

noun

Definition: Nonsense or empty talk that is intended to deceive or mislead.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with buncombe, lacking any real substance.

bureaucracy

IPA: /bjʊəˈrɒkrəsi/

KK: /bjʊəˈrɔkrəsi/

noun

Definition: A system of managing a government or organization through various departments and officials who are not elected, often characterized by strict rules and procedures.

Example: The new policy aims to reduce the amount of red tape in the bureaucracy.

bureaucrat

IPA: /ˈbjʊərəkræt/

KK: /ˈbjʊərəkræt/

noun

Definition: A person who works in a government or organization and follows strict rules and procedures.

Example: The bureaucrat spent hours filling out forms to ensure everything was done correctly.

bureaucratese

IPA: /ˌbjʊə.rə.krəˈtiːz/

KK: /ˌbjʊəroʊkrəˈtiːz/

noun

Definition: A type of language that uses complicated words and phrases, often filled with jargon and euphemisms, typically used by government officials and bureaucrats.

Example: The report was filled with bureaucratese, making it hard to understand the main points.

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