IPA: /kəˈraɪvəl/
KK: /kɔːˈraɪvəl/
Definition: A person or group that competes with another in a contest or rivalry.
Example: In the championship game, each team had a corrival that they needed to defeat.
IPA: /ˈkoʊtəˌri/
KK: /ˈkoʊtəˌri/
Definition: A small group of people who meet and share similar interests or activities, often excluding others.
Example: The artist was part of a coterie of writers and musicians who inspired each other.
IPA: /kəˈtɪl.jən/
KK: /kəˈtɪl.jən/
Definition: A formal dance or ball, often for young people, where they are introduced to society.
Example: The school held a cotillion to celebrate the students' graduation.
IPA: //ˈkaʊntərˌmuːvmənt//
KK: /ˈkaʊntərˌmuːvmənt/
Definition: A movement that is created in response to another movement, often to oppose or counteract it.
Example: The counter-movement gained momentum as people rallied against the proposed changes.
IPA: //ˈkaʊntərˌproʊtɛst//
KK: /ˈkaʊntərˌproʊtɛst/
Definition: A demonstration or gathering of people that takes place to show disagreement with another protest.
Example: The counterprotest aimed to express support for the original cause.
IPA: /ˈkaʊntərˌkwɛsʧən/
KK: /ˈkaʊntərˌkwɛsʧən/
Definition: A question that is asked in response to another question, often to challenge or redirect the conversation.
Example: When asked about his plans, he responded with a counterquestion about her own intentions.
IPA: /ˈkɔːrtəsli/
KK: /ˈkɔrtəsli/
Definition: In a polite and respectful way, showing good manners towards others.
Example: She courteously offered her seat to the elderly man on the bus.
IPA: /ˈkɜːr.təsi/
KK: /ˈkɜr.tə.si/
Definition: A polite action or gesture that is done to show respect or kindness to others.
Example: She offered her courtesy by holding the door open for the elderly man.
Definition: A polite action or remark that shows respect and consideration for others.
Example: It is common courtesy to say thank you when someone helps you.
IPA: /ˈkɔːrtliɪst/
KK: /ˈkɔrtliɪst/
Definition: The most polite and respectful in behavior or manner, often associated with formal or noble conduct.
Example: He was known for his courtliest manners at the royal banquet.
IPA: /krɪndʒ/
KK: /krɪndʒ/
Definition: To move back or away from something in fear or discomfort; to react with embarrassment or awkwardness.
Example: She cringed at the thought of speaking in front of the large crowd.
Definition: A feeling of embarrassment or discomfort caused by someone else's actions or words, often leading to a physical reaction like flinching.
Example: Watching that old video made me feel a deep cringe.
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