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galaxy C2
/ˈɡɛl.ək.si/ a vast gravitationally bound system of stars, gas, dust, dark matter, and other astronomical objects Meaning Off Sound Off
twilight C2
/ˈtwaɪˌlaɪt/ a condition of decline following successes Meaning Off Sound Off
proposition C2
/ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃən/ An idea, plan, or suggestion that is offered for consideration. Meaning Off Sound Off
filth C2
/fɪlθ/ disgusting dirt, refuse, or other foul matter Meaning Off Sound Off
fritz C2
/fɹɪts/ the state of being defective. Meaning Off Sound Off
stereo C2
/ˈsteriˌoʊ/ a sound system that records or reproduces audio through two or more separate channels Meaning Off Sound Off
concussion C2
/kənˈkʊʃən/ A violent collision or shock. Meaning Off Sound Off
merit C2
/ˈmɛɹɪt/ A good quality that deserves praise or reward. Meaning Off Sound Off
eminence C2
/ˈɛmɪnəns/ The state of being famous and highly respected in a field. Meaning Off Sound Off
solitude C2
/ˈsɑlɪˌtud/ The state of being alone, often by choice and in a peaceful way. Meaning Off Sound Off
trance C2
/tɹæns/ A state of awareness, concentration, or focus that filters experience and information (for example, a state of meditation or possession by some being). Meaning Off Sound Off
rift C2
/ɹɪft/ A serious break in friendly relations; a state of conflict or distance between people. Meaning Off Sound Off
suspense C2
/səˈspɛns/ an uncertain cognitive state Meaning Off Sound Off
chastity C2
/ˈt͡ʃæstɪti/ Vow made, usually because of moral or religious beliefs, to abstain from sexual relations. Meaning Off Sound Off
calamity C2
/kəˈlæmɪti/ An event that causes great harm, loss, or suffering; a disaster. Meaning Off Sound Off
intoxication C2
/ɪntɑksɪˈkeɪʃən/ excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety Meaning Off Sound Off
monsoon C2
/mɑːnˈsuːn/ a seasonal wind system that reverses direction between summer and winter, especially in South and Southeast Asia Meaning Off Sound Off
stasis C2
/ˈsteɪsɪs/ Inactivity; a freezing, or state of motionlessness. Meaning Off Sound Off
psychosis C2
/saɪˈkoʊsɪs/ a severe mental state involving impaired contact with reality, often including delusions or hallucinations Meaning Off Sound Off
authenticity C2
/ɑθɛnˈtɪsɪti/ The quality of being real, genuine, and true to its origin Meaning Off Sound Off
annihilation C2
/əˌnaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/ total destruction Meaning Off Sound Off
evasion C2
/ɪˈveɪʒən/ nonperformance of something distasteful, as by deceit or trickery, that you are supposed to do Meaning Off Sound Off
technicality C2
/ˌtɛk.nɪˈkæl.ə.ti/ a small or specialized rule or detail that can have an important practical consequence Meaning Off Sound Off
anonymity C2
/ˌænəˈnɪmɪti/ The state of being unknown by name; keeping your identity hidden. Meaning Off Sound Off
indulgence C2
/ɪnˈdʌl.d͡ʒəns/ Something you allow yourself to enjoy as a special treat. Meaning Off Sound Off
prowess C2
/ˈpɹaʊəs/ Skillfulness or extraordinary ability in a particular area of expertise; dexterity, mastery, or proficiency. Meaning Off Sound Off
consignment C2
/kənˈsaɪnmənt/ A batch of goods that is sent or delivered, especially for sale. Meaning Off Sound Off
pedigree C2
/ˈpɛdəgri/ The history or provenance of an idea, custom etc. Meaning Off Sound Off
cleanliness C2
/ˈklɛn.li.nɛs/ diligence in keeping clean Meaning Off Sound Off
disobedience C2
/ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiːəns/ Refusal to obey. Meaning Off Sound Off
delirium C2
/dɪˈlɪɹ.i.əm/ A temporary mental state with a sudden onset, usually reversible, including symptoms of confusion, inability to concentrate, disorientation, anxiety, and sometimes hallucinations. Causes can include dehydration, drug intoxication, and severe infection. Meaning Off Sound Off
autopilot C2
/ˈɔtoʊˌpaɪlət/ A system that automatically steers a vehicle, plane, or ship without a person controlling it. Meaning Off Sound Off
vigilance C2
/ˈvɪd͡ʒɪlɪns/ vigilant attentiveness Meaning Off Sound Off
equilibrium C2
/ˌiːkwəˈlɪbriːəm/ A state of balance in which opposing forces or influences cancel each other out. Meaning Off Sound Off
requisition C2
/ˌɹɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/ A formal, official request for supplies or services. Meaning Off Sound Off
monstrosity C2
/mɑːnˈstrɑːsəti/ something hideous or frightful Meaning Off Sound Off
tenacity C2
/təˈnæsəti/ The quality of being determined and refusing to give up. Meaning Off Sound Off
foresight C2
/ˈfɔɹsaɪt/ the ability to think ahead and prepare for what may happen Meaning Off Sound Off
celibacy C2
/ˈsɛləbəsi/ abstaining from sexual relations, for example because of religious vows Meaning Off Sound Off
wedlock C2
/ˈwɛd.lɑːk/ the state of being married, especially in the phrases in wedlock and out of wedlock Meaning Off Sound Off
sixpence C2
/ˈsɪks.pəns/ The value of six old pence; half of a shilling; or one-fortieth of a pound sterling. Meaning Off Sound Off
impatience C2
/ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/ annoyance or restlessness caused by delay Meaning Off Sound Off
aptitude C2
/ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/ A natural ability or talent for learning or doing something. Meaning Off Sound Off
muffler C2
/ˈmʌflɚ/ a device in a vehicle's exhaust system that reduces engine noise; in British English, a silencer Meaning Off Sound Off
sensibility C2
/ˌsɛn(t)səˈbɪləti/ refined sensitivity to pleasurable or painful impressions Meaning Off Sound Off
ovation C2
/oʊˈveɪʃən/ an enthusiastic public reception, especially a sustained burst of applause Meaning Off Sound Off
mediocrity C2
/mi.dɪˈɑk.ɹɪ.ti/ The state of being only average and not very good. Meaning Off Sound Off
correlation C2
/ˌkɔɹ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/ A connection between two or more things in which they change together. Meaning Off Sound Off
agility C2
/əˈd͡ʒɪl.ə.ti/ The ability to move quickly and easily. Meaning Off Sound Off
gentleness C2
/ˈd͡ʒɛntl̩nəs/ acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered Meaning Off Sound Off
vermouth C2
/vɚˈmuːθ/ a fortified red or white wine flavored with herbs and spices, served as an aperitif or used in cocktails Meaning Off Sound Off
accountability C2
/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/ The state of being responsible for your actions and having to explain them to others. Meaning Off Sound Off
depravity C2
/dəˈpɹævɪti/ The state of being morally corrupt or wicked. Meaning Off Sound Off
circumcision C2
/ˌsɝkəmˈsɪʒən/ the surgical removal of the foreskin, often performed as a religious rite or medical procedure Meaning Off Sound Off
bastion C2
/ˈbæsti.ən/ a group that defends a principle Meaning Off Sound Off
servitude C2
/ˈsərvəˌt(j)ud/ state of subjection to an owner or master or forced labor imposed as punishment Meaning Off Sound Off
constipation C2
/ˌkɒnstɪˈpeɪʃən/ a condition in which bowel movements are infrequent or difficult Meaning Off Sound Off
impertinence C2
/ɪmˈpɝ.tɪ.nəns/ An instance of this; a moment of being impertinent. Meaning Off Sound Off
imposition C2
/ˌɪm.pəˈzɪʃən/ An unfair or unwelcome demand on your time, effort, or hospitality. Meaning Off Sound Off
gratification C2
/ˌɡɹætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ state of being gratified or satisfied Meaning Off Sound Off
radiance C2
/ˈɹeɪdi.əns/ bright light or a warm glow sent out from something Meaning Off Sound Off
banishment C2
/ˈbænɪʃmənt/ The state of being sent away from a place and forbidden to return; exile. Meaning Off Sound Off
aberration C2
/ˌæb.əˈɹeɪ.ʃn̩/ Something that is very different from what is normal or expected; a one-off departure from the usual. Meaning Off Sound Off
sensuality C2
/ˌsɛn.ʃuˈæl.ɪ.ti/ The state of being sensual or sensuous. Meaning Off Sound Off
spontaneity C2
/ˌspɑːntəˈniːəti/ The quality of doing things naturally and on impulse, without planning. Meaning Off Sound Off
magnificence C2
/mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/ the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand Meaning Off Sound Off
swordsmanship C2
/ˈsɔːrdz.mən.ʃɪp/ skill, technique, or proficiency in fighting with a sword Meaning Off Sound Off
futility C2
/fjuˈtɪləti/ the quality of being pointless or incapable of producing a useful result Meaning Off Sound Off
notoriety C2
/noʊ.tɚ.aɪ.ə.ti/ The state of being famous for something bad or shameful. Meaning Off Sound Off
hindrance C2
/ˈhɪndɹəns/ Something that makes it harder to do something; an obstacle. Meaning Off Sound Off
repose C2
/ɹəˈpoʊz/ A calm, restful state free from work or worry. Meaning Off Sound Off
vulgarity C2
/vʌlˈɡɜɹɪti/ the quality of lacking taste and refinement Meaning Off Sound Off
skepticism C2
/ˈskɛp.tɪˌsɪ.zəm/ doubt about the truth of something Meaning Off Sound Off
squalor C2
/ˈskwɑlɚ/ a state of extreme dirtiness and unpleasant living conditions, often caused by neglect or poverty Meaning Off Sound Off
workmanship C2
/ˈwɜːk.mən.ʃɪp/ The skill of an artisan or craftsman. Meaning Off Sound Off
waterworks C2
/ˈwɑːt̬ɚwɝːks/ a system of reservoirs, treatment facilities, pumps, and pipes that supplies water to a community Meaning Off Sound Off
sedition C2
/səˈdɪʃən/ Organized incitement of rebellion or civil disorder against authority or the state, usually by speech or writing. Meaning Off Sound Off
ferocity C2
/fəˈɹɑsɪti/ Extreme fierceness or violence. Meaning Off Sound Off
marchioness C2
/ˈmɑɹʃənɪs/ the wife or widow of a marquess Meaning Off Sound Off
polygamy C2
/pəˈlɪɡ.ə.mi/ The condition of having more than one spouse or marriage partner at one time. Meaning Off Sound Off
catechism C2
/ˈkætɪˌkɪzəm/ a summary of Christian doctrine arranged as questions and answers for instruction Meaning Off Sound Off
disintegration C2
/dɪsˌɪnd.əˈɡɹeɪ.ʃən/ a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system Meaning Off Sound Off
delicatessen C2
/ˌdɛlɪkəˈtɛsən/ A shop that sells high-quality cooked meats, cheeses, and other ready-to-eat foods. Meaning Off Sound Off
behemoth C2
/bəˈhi(ː).məθ/ Any great and mighty monster. Meaning Off Sound Off
fruition C2
/fɹuˈɪʃən/ The point at which a plan or effort is finally achieved and produces results. Meaning Off Sound Off
fluctuation C2
/flʌkt͡ʃuːˈeɪʃən/ An irregular rise and fall in something; a continual change. Meaning Off Sound Off
whimsy C2
/ˈwɪmzi/ an odd, fanciful, or capricious idea or impulse Meaning Off Sound Off
eroticism C2
/ɪˈrɑtəˌsɪzəm/ sexual desire, excitement, or the quality of being sexually arousing Meaning Off Sound Off
levity C2
/ˈlɛvɪti/ The state or quality of being light, buoyancy. Meaning Off Sound Off
impropriety C2
/ˌɪm.pɹəˈpɹaɪ.ɪ.ti/ The condition of being improper. Meaning Off Sound Off
perdition C2
/pɚˈdɪʃən/ eternal spiritual punishment or damnation Meaning Off Sound Off
infertility C2
/ˌɪnfɚˈtɪləti/ the inability or reduced ability of a person, animal, or population to produce offspring Meaning Off Sound Off
inexperience C2
/ˌɪnɪkˈspɪriːəns/ lack of experience and the knowledge and understanding derived from experience Meaning Off Sound Off
nepotism C2
/ˈnɛp.ə.tɪ.zəm/ The favoring of relatives (most strictly) or also personal friends (more broadly) because of their relationship rather than because of their abilities. Meaning Off Sound Off
strangeness C2
/ˈstreɪndʒnəs/ the quality of being alien or not native Meaning Off Sound Off
subversion C2
/səbˈvɝːʒən/ the deliberate, often covert undermining of an established government, institution, or system Meaning Off Sound Off

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