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dree BANT FWIN-yuv
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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Adjective
The term "Synchronic" pertains to the study, observation, or analysis of events, phenomena, or elements as they exist or occur simultaneously, without consideration of their historical development. It is often used in contrast with "diachronic," which involves looking at events, phenomena, or elements across different points in time.
Etymology:
The word originates from the Greek "syn," meaning "together," and "chronos," meaning "time," thus signifying the simultaneous or concurrent nature of the events or phenomena being considered.
Usage:
"Synchronic" can be applied across a range of academic disciplines, including linguistics, anthropology, and sociology, to focus on a snapshot view of complex systems or phenomena at a specific point in time.
Adjective
The term "Synchronic" pertains to the study, observation, or analysis of events, phenomena, or elements as they exist or occur simultaneously, without consideration of their historical development. It is often used in contrast with "diachronic," which involves looking at events, phenomena, or elements across different points in time.
Etymology:
The word originates from the Greek "syn," meaning "together," and "chronos," meaning "time," thus signifying the simultaneous or concurrent nature of the events or phenomena being considered.
Usage:
"Synchronic" can be applied across a range of academic disciplines, including linguistics, anthropology, and sociology, to focus on a snapshot view of complex systems or phenomena at a specific point in time.
Anthropologists conducted a synchronic study of social norms within a community, aiming to understand current practices and beliefs.
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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.
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."
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(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.
(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.
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This is very common with Alcoholics and Drug Addicts. They will live within a bubble which only allows them to see the things that will allow them more of their addiction.
Bubble Logic is not just about addiction. This can happen with love, lust, needs wants, any desires or thought process which is blinded by that thing they want.
The example below is about an Alcoholic that drinks at work but her bubble does not allow for her to think about the people watching or smelling her.
This is very common with Alcoholics and Drug Addicts. They will live within a bubble which only allows them to see the things that will allow them more of their addiction.
Bubble Logic is not just about addiction. This can happen with love, lust, needs wants, any desires or thought process which is blinded by that thing they want.
The example below is about an Alcoholic that drinks at work but her bubble does not allow for her to think about the people watching or smelling her.
Kyle : Did you smell the Alcohol on Karen's breath? I think she's drunk at work!
Chad: Yeah, it's so obvious but she has no idea. She's just trapped in bubble logic.
Chad: Yeah, it's so obvious but she has no idea. She's just trapped in bubble logic.
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Get the Aphant mug.Fetishthrob (noun):
The pulsating throb of excitement and anticipation that resonates through the body and mind when discovering a common kink or fetish with a partner, arousing a deep sense of sexual compatibility and unleashing a world of pleasure.
The pulsating throb of excitement and anticipation that resonates through the body and mind when discovering a common kink or fetish with a partner, arousing a deep sense of sexual compatibility and unleashing a world of pleasure.
Their eyes locked as they shared a knowing smile, the Fetishthrob between them illuminating their desires and sparking a newfound intimacy, as they embarked on an exhilarating exploration of their shared kink.
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