In an art history sense, this word is commonly used to describe an image that makes the viewer feel uncomfortable and want to turn away, as in Picasso's "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon"
This differs slightly from the definition you'll find in a traditional dictionary, which is that it is something to ward off evil or bad luck. It is derived from the same term apotrepein, which means "to turn away, avert"
This differs slightly from the definition you'll find in a traditional dictionary, which is that it is something to ward off evil or bad luck. It is derived from the same term apotrepein, which means "to turn away, avert"
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dude#2: OMG ITS THE APOCOLYPSE
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dude#2: OMG ITS THE APOCOLYPSE
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1. Like religious apologists, they claim that they are trying to defend their position, but all they do is insult everyone who does not think like them, and makes excuses when one of their members does something inacceptable.
2. They spend time quoting such writings from certain political leaders opinions, and act like their opinions are that of Gods.
3. Believe that anyone who is not a right winger is a Christian America hater.
1. Like religious apologists, they claim that they are trying to defend their position, but all they do is insult everyone who does not think like them, and makes excuses when one of their members does something inacceptable.
2. They spend time quoting such writings from certain political leaders opinions, and act like their opinions are that of Gods.
3. Believe that anyone who is not a right winger is a Christian America hater.
Right wing Apologist
RWA: Mildred, you really need to be more strict with your children. Stop letting them eat sweets and have them dress more modestly
Mildred: Shut up! No one asked for your opinion
RWA: Look you commie, I have freedom of speech, dont tell me to shut up.
RWA: Mildred, you really need to be more strict with your children. Stop letting them eat sweets and have them dress more modestly
Mildred: Shut up! No one asked for your opinion
RWA: Look you commie, I have freedom of speech, dont tell me to shut up.
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