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Topic: Social Media

deviancy

IPA: /ˈdiːviənsi/

KK: /ˈdɛviənsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of behaving in a way that is different from what is considered normal or acceptable in society.

Example: The study focused on the causes of social deviancy among teenagers.

dialog

IPA: /ˈdaɪəˌlɒg/

KK: /ˈdaɪəˌlɔg/

noun

Definition: A conversation or discussion between two or more people.

Example: The characters in the play had a meaningful dialog that revealed their true feelings.

disadvantaged

IPA: /ˌdɪs.ədˈvæn.tɪdʒd/

KK: /dɪsədˈvæn.tɪdʒd/

adjective

Definition: Not having the basic necessities or advantages that most people have, such as good housing, healthcare, or education.

Example: The charity aims to help disadvantaged children by providing them with educational resources.

noun

Definition: A group of people who lack the basic necessities or opportunities in life, often due to social or economic factors.

Example: The charity focuses on helping disadvantaged children in the community.

disband

IPA: /dɪsˈbænd/

KK: /dɪsˈbænd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop being a group or organization and go separate ways.

Example: The committee decided to disband after completing their project.

transitive verb

Definition: To break up or dissolve a group or organization so that it no longer exists.

Example: The committee decided to disband after completing their project.

disconnect

IPA: /dɪsˈkɒnɛkt/

KK: /dɪsˈkɒnɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To break or stop a connection, often suddenly or unexpectedly.

Example: The internet may disconnect if there is a problem with the router.

noun

Definition: A situation where there is no connection or a break in communication or understanding between people or things.

Example: The disconnect between the two departments caused confusion and delays in the project.

transitive verb

Definition: To break the connection between something, such as stopping the flow of electricity or separating two parts.

Example: Please disconnect the charger from the phone when it's fully charged.

disconnection

IPA: /ˌdɪs.kəˈnɛk.ʃən/

KK: /dɪsˈkəˈnɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: The state of being separated or not connected, often referring to a lack of communication or a physical link.

Example: The disconnection between the two friends made it hard for them to understand each other.

discourteously

IPA: /dɪsˈkɜːrtəsli/

KK: /dɪsˈkɜrtəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect or politeness towards others.

Example: He spoke discourteously to his colleagues during the meeting.

discreetly

IPA: /dɪˈskritli/

KK: /dɪˈskritli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows careful consideration for privacy or secrecy; done quietly and without drawing attention.

Example: She discreetly passed the note to her friend during the meeting.

discrimination

IPA: /dɪsˌkrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/

KK: /dɪsˌkrɪməˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The unfair treatment of people based on their group, such as race, gender, or age, rather than on individual merit.

Example: Discrimination in the workplace can lead to a toxic environment for employees.

discuss

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌs/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌs/

transitive verb

Definition: To talk about something with one or more people, sharing ideas and opinions.

Example: We need to discuss our plans for the weekend.

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