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Highbrow
/haɪbraʊ/
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(고급 취향의)

(고급 취향의)

교양 있는

형용사

scholarly and highly interested in cultural or artistic matters

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The film festival attracted a highbrow audience eager for independent films.
His highbrow tastes in literature include classic novels and academic texts.
The university's highbrow seminar focused on advanced theories in quantum physics.

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Pretentious
/pritɛnʃəs/
어려운
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(가식적인)

(가식적인)

허세 부리는

형용사

attempting to appear intelligent, important, or something that one is not, so as to impress others

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
intimidating
Intimidating
/ɪntɪmɪdeɪtɪng/
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(겁주는)

(겁주는)

위협적인

형용사

causing feelings of fear, unease, or worry in others through a display of power, authority, or aggression

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Dingy
/dɪnʤi/
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첨가음
무음
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(무기력한)

(무기력한)

더럽고 음침한

형용사

looking dark, dirty, or shabby, often because of not being taken care of or cleaned properly

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
dim
Dim
/dɪm/
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첨가음
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ɪ
m
m
(희미한)

(희미한)

어두운

형용사

lacking brightness or sufficient light

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Forefront
/fɔ:rfrʌnt/
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(최전선)

(최전선)

전면

형용사

the leading or most prominent position or place in a particular field, activity, or situation

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
to perish
To perish
/pɛrɪʃ/
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첨가음
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(사라지다)

(사라지다)

죽다

형용사

to lose one's life, often terribly or suddenly

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자동사

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Soppy
/sɑ:pi/
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첨가음
무음
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o
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p
y
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(너무 감정적인)

(너무 감정적인)

감상적인

형용사

emotional in a way that might be considered overly romantic or sentimental

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Raucous
/rɔ:kəs/
어려운
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(거친)

(거친)

시끄러운

형용사

(of a sound) loud, harsh, and unpleasant to the ears

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
obnoxious
Obnoxious
/ɑbnɑ:kʃəs/
어려운
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첨가음
무음
o
ɑ
b
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iou
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s
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(비열한)

(비열한)

불쾌한

형용사

extremely unpleasant or rude

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
compelling
Compelling
/kəmpɛlɪng/
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무음
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(매력적인)

(매력적인)

설득력 있는

형용사

persuasive in a way that captures attention or convinces effectively

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Riveting
/rɪvətɪng/
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무음
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(흥미진진한)

(흥미진진한)

매혹적인

형용사

holding one's attention completely due to being exciting or interesting

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Witty
/wɪti/
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(기발한)

(기발한)

재치있는

형용사

quick and clever with their words, often expressing humor or cleverness in a sharp and amusing way

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
hilarious
Hilarious
/hɪlɛriəs/
어려운
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무음
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(우스운)

(우스운)

재미있는

형용사

causing great amusement and laughter

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
repugnant
Repugnant
/rɪpʌgnənt/
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(불쾌한)

(불쾌한)

역겨운

형용사

extremely unpleasant and disgusting

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
conventional
Conventional
/kənvɛnʃənəl/
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(관습적인)

(관습적인)

전통적인

형용사

generally accepted and followed by many people

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
enchanting
Enchanting
/ɛnʧæntɪng/
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(황홀한)

(황홀한)

매혹적인

형용사

having a magical and charming quality that captures attention and brings joy

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Evocative
/ɪvɑ:kətɪv/
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(떠올리게 하는)

(떠올리게 하는)

환기하는

형용사

bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
primitive
Primitive
/prɪmətɪv/
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(시원적의)

(시원적의)

원시적인

형용사

characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
intriguing
Intriguing
/ɪntri:gɪng/
어려운
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무음
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(매혹적인)

(매혹적인)

흥미로운

형용사

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
to [get|start] off on the wrong foot
To get off on the wrong foot
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/ɡɛt ɔːɹ stˈɑːɹt ˈɔf ɑːnðə ɹˈɔŋ fˈʊt/
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N/A

형용사
IdiomIdiom

to have an unsuccessful or unpleasant beginning in a relationship or activity

What is the origin of the idiom "get off on the wrong foot" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "get off on the wrong foot" is not precisely known, but it likely stems from the idea that starting a journey or any task with the wrong foot forward would make the entire experience more challenging. The phrase "wrong foot" symbolizes an incorrect or unfavorable start, suggesting that a misstep or negative beginning can set the tone for what follows. It is employed when someone wants to convey that the initial stages of an endeavor or encounter have been less than ideal, often due to misunderstandings, mistakes, or conflicts.

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
To swallow
/swɑ:loʊ/
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첨가음
무음
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l
o
w
(신뢰하다)

(신뢰하다)

받아들이다

형용사

to accept something as true or valid without questioning or challenging it

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타동사

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
To back the right horse
us flag
/bˈæk ðə ɹˈaɪt hˈɔːɹs/
N/A

N/A

형용사
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

to support someone who will later bring one profit by achieving success

What is the origin of the idiom "back the right horse" and when to use it?

The idiom "back the right horse" originated in horse racing in the late 19th century. When betting on horses, it was important to support the contender most likely to win a race. Over time, the term took on a broader meaning to describe supporting or promoting the most favorable option in any situation.

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
To hit the nail on the head
us flag
/hˈɪt ðə nˈeɪl ɑːnðə hˈɛd/
N/A

N/A

형용사
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

to say or do the exact right thing in a particular situation

What is the origin of the idiom "hit the nail on the head" and when to use it?

The idiom "hit the nail on the head" originated from carpentry, referring to literally striking a nail perfectly in one attempt on the center of its head with a hammer. This idiom emerged in the early 16th century, capturing how difficult but satisfactory it was to precisely target the small head of a nail. The expression is now used to describe getting straight to the heart of a matter, or precisely identifying and understanding an issue.

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Jaunty
/ʤɔ:nti/
어려운
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ʤ
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(경쾌한)

(경쾌한)

산뜻한

형용사

appearing cheerful, lively, and full of confidence

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Frenetic
/frənɛtɪk/
us flag
첨가음
무음
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r
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(열광적인)

(열광적인)

광란의

형용사

fast-paced, frantic, and filled with intense energy or activity

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Brisk
/brɪsk/
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첨가음
무음
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b
r
r
i
ɪ
s
s
k
k
(빠른)

(빠른)

활발한

형용사

quick and energetic in movement or action

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
soothing
Soothing
/su:ðɪng/
어려운
us flag
첨가음
무음
s
s
oo
u:
th
ð
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(진정되는)

(진정되는)

편안한

형용사

providing a calming or comforting sensation that helps to relieve or lessen pain or discomfort

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
Amble
/æmbəl/
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첨가음
무음
a
æ
m
m
b
b
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l
l
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(느긋한 보행)

(느긋한 보행)

산책

형용사

a leisurely, slow, unhurried walk

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
sluggish
Sluggish
/slʌgɪʃ/
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첨가음
무음
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s
l
l
u
ʌ
gg
g
i
ɪ
sh
ʃ
(슬로우한)

(슬로우한)

느린

형용사

moving, responding, or functioning at a slow pace

단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective
uphill battle
Uphill battle
us flag
/ʌphˈɪl bˈæɾəl/
(힘든 도전)

(힘든 도전)

어려운 싸움

형용사
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

a difficult fight or challenge that requires a lot of effort and determination

What is the origin of the idiom "uphill battle" and when to use it?

The idiom "uphill battle" is originated from the physical difficulty of climbing up a steep hill, which requires extra effort and energy. This expression is used to refer to a situation where progress or success is hard to achieve due to obstacles, resistance, or unfavorable circumstances.

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단어 가족

high
brow
highbrow

highbrow

Adjective

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