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A person who attempts to embody the traditionally assertive, dominant qualities of an "Alpha Male" while still primarily displaying the more reserved, submissive traits of a "Beta Male."
A social role characterized by an unsuccessful or overcompensating attempt to exhibit leadership, dominance or assertiveness typically associated with Alpha Males.
A social role characterized by an unsuccessful or overcompensating attempt to exhibit leadership, dominance or assertiveness typically associated with Alpha Males.
Despite his best attempts, a Balpha Male often reveals his Beta tendencies, leading to amusing or awkward social interactions.
by Kewk July 27, 2023
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The intense desire for mental stimulation, usually satisfied by solving complex problems or learning new skills.
The intense desire for mental stimulation, usually satisfied by solving complex problems or learning new skills.
After spending hours engrossed in a challenging crossword puzzle, he felt a surge of neurothirst, an insatiable craving for intellectual engagement that could only be quenched by delving into even more complex problems or diving into a new skill to master.
by Kewk July 2, 2023
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A crafty individual who skillfully uses guilt as their main tool to manipulate others' perceptions, often casting a negative spin on subjects to dissuade or gatekeep people from engaging with them. This persuasion maestro operates by triggering feelings of guilt, regret, or responsibility in their audience, effectively influencing opinions and decisions.
noun
A crafty individual who skillfully uses guilt as their main tool to manipulate others' perceptions, often casting a negative spin on subjects to dissuade or gatekeep people from engaging with them. This persuasion maestro operates by triggering feelings of guilt, regret, or responsibility in their audience, effectively influencing opinions and decisions.
Ever since Karen became a vegan, she's turned into a real guiltfluencer, making everyone feel bad about their food choices."
by Kewk December 24, 2023
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Noun
Modern Irish Gaelic, constructed term
Definition:
A Druid characterized by the ability to absorb or remove negative energy.
This term combines "Draoi" (meaning Druid) with "BaintFuinneamh," a blend of "baint" (to remove) and "fuinneamh" (energy), specifically negative energy ("diúltach").
Cultural Note:
This term is a neologism in Irish Gaelic
Noun
Modern Irish Gaelic, constructed term
Definition:
A Druid characterized by the ability to absorb or remove negative energy.
This term combines "Draoi" (meaning Druid) with "BaintFuinneamh," a blend of "baint" (to remove) and "fuinneamh" (energy), specifically negative energy ("diúltach").
Cultural Note:
This term is a neologism in Irish Gaelic
by Kewk January 14, 2024
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The study of the psychological and physiological aspects of hearing and how humans perceive sounds. It explores how sound waves are transformed into auditory sensations and how these processes relate to factors such as sound localization, pitch perception, loudness, and the quality of sound.
The term "psychoacoustics" is derived from a combination of "psycho," meaning "mind" or "psychological," and "acoustics," which refers to the science of sound. This reflects the field's focus on the intersection of psychological processes and acoustic phenomena.
Genealogy of the Word
Psycho-: From the Greek "psyche," meaning "breath, life, soul," later associated with the mind or psychological processes. It's commonly used as a prefix in English to denote psychological aspects or processes.
Acoustics: Originates from the Greek word "akoustikos," meaning "of or for hearing," derived from "akouein," which means "to hear." Acoustics as a scientific term refers to the study of sound, its production, transmission, and effects.
(noun)
The study of the psychological and physiological aspects of hearing and how humans perceive sounds. It explores how sound waves are transformed into auditory sensations and how these processes relate to factors such as sound localization, pitch perception, loudness, and the quality of sound.
The term "psychoacoustics" is derived from a combination of "psycho," meaning "mind" or "psychological," and "acoustics," which refers to the science of sound. This reflects the field's focus on the intersection of psychological processes and acoustic phenomena.
Genealogy of the Word
Psycho-: From the Greek "psyche," meaning "breath, life, soul," later associated with the mind or psychological processes. It's commonly used as a prefix in English to denote psychological aspects or processes.
Acoustics: Originates from the Greek word "akoustikos," meaning "of or for hearing," derived from "akouein," which means "to hear." Acoustics as a scientific term refers to the study of sound, its production, transmission, and effects.
Research in psychoacoustics has led to the development of noise-cancelling headphones, which use sound wave properties to reduce unwanted ambient noise, providing a clearer and more immersive listening experience for users.
by Kewk February 25, 2024
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Of, relating to, or characterized by awesomeness that is omnipresent, eternal, and all-encompassing; awesome in all times, places, and aspects of existence.
Exhibiting universal and perpetual magnificence, splendor, or wonderfulness.
From omni- (Latin: all, every, the whole) + -some (Relating to the quality of awesome).
Synonyms: omnipresently awesome, eternally magnificent, ubiquitously splendid
Of, relating to, or characterized by awesomeness that is omnipresent, eternal, and all-encompassing; awesome in all times, places, and aspects of existence.
Exhibiting universal and perpetual magnificence, splendor, or wonderfulness.
From omni- (Latin: all, every, the whole) + -some (Relating to the quality of awesome).
Synonyms: omnipresently awesome, eternally magnificent, ubiquitously splendid
by Kewk April 16, 2024
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