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nepotism
nepotism
[Rzeczownik]

favoritism shown to relatives, especially in granting jobs, promotions, or other advantages

nepotyzm

nepotyzm

Ex: The manager consistently promoted her daughter over more qualified candidates, demonstrating clear nepotism within the organization. 
realism
realism
[Rzeczownik]

a literary or artistic style that gives a lifelike representation of people, events, and objects

realizm, naturalizm

realizm, naturalizm

Ex: The artist's commitment to realism is evident in his paintings, which meticulously depict the everyday lives of rural workers with incredible detail. 
aphorism
aphorism
[Rzeczownik]

a concise, memorable statement that expresses a general truth, principle, or observation, often witty or philosophical

aforyzm, maksyma

aforyzm, maksyma

Ex: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" is a classic aphorism. 
pessimism
pessimism
[Rzeczownik]

the negative quality of having doubts about the future and expect the worst possible outcomes

pesymizm

pesymizm

Ex: His pessimism about the project affected the team's morale. 
mannerism
mannerism
[Rzeczownik]

a distinctive style, behavior, or way of doing things that is characteristic of a particular individual, group, or period

manieryzm, charakterystyczna cecha

manieryzm, charakterystyczna cecha

Ex: The artist's mannerism was evident in the exaggerated proportions and elongated figures present in many of his paintings. 
truism
truism
[Rzeczownik]

a self-evident truth or axiomatic statement that does not worth mentioning, used as a literary device

truizm, oczywista prawda

truizm, oczywista prawda

Americanism
Americanism
[Rzeczownik]

the ideology, customs, values, and cultural traits that are considered characteristic of the United States or its citizens

amerykanizm, ideologia amerykańska

amerykanizm, ideologia amerykańska

Ex: The celebration of Independence Day on July 4th is a quintessential example of Americanism, commemorating the country's founding principles and values. 
altruism
altruism
[Rzeczownik]

the selfless concern for the well-being of others, often demonstrated through acts of kindness, compassion, and generosity

altruizm, bezinteresowność

altruizm, bezinteresowność

Ex: Donating money to charity to support those in need without expecting anything in return is an example of altruism. 
plagiarism
plagiarism
[Rzeczownik]

the act of using someone else's work or ideas without giving them proper credit or permission

plagiat, kopiowanie

plagiat, kopiowanie

Ex: The student was expelled for plagiarism. 
ventriloquist
ventriloquist
[Rzeczownik]

an entertainer who can manipulate their voice in a way that makes it seem like it is coming from a puppet or dummy

brzuchomówca, artysta brzuchomówstwa

brzuchomówca, artysta brzuchomówstwa

Ex: The ventriloquist entertained the audience by making his puppet tell jokes and interact with the crowd. 
zeitgeist
zeitgeist
[Rzeczownik]

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period in history, reflecting the ideas and beliefs of the time

duch czasu, klimat epoki

duch czasu, klimat epoki

Ex: The 1960s was a decade defined by the zeitgeist of social change and cultural revolution, with movements for civil rights, feminism, and anti-war activism shaping the era. 
fatalist
fatalist
[Rzeczownik]

someone who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable, often accepting them passively without attempting to change or influence outcomes

fatalista, determinista

fatalista, determinista

Ex: Despite the doctor's recommendations for a healthier lifestyle, the fatalist believes that their fate is already sealed, so they continue their unhealthy habits. 
lobbyist
lobbyist
[Rzeczownik]

someone who attempts to persuade politicians to agree or disagree with a law being made or changed

lobbysta, agent wpływu

lobbysta, agent wpływu

masochist
masochist
[Rzeczownik]

someone who derives pleasure or gratification from experiencing pain, humiliation, or suffering, either inflicted by oneself or by others

masochista, osoba czerpiąca przyjemność z bólu

masochista, osoba czerpiąca przyjemność z bólu

Ex: Despite the discomfort, the masochist enjoys receiving a whipping during intimate encounters. 
numismatist
numismatist
[Rzeczownik]

someone who collects, studies, or deals with coins, currency, and related items, often as a hobby or profession

numizmatyk, kolekcjoner monet

numizmatyk, kolekcjoner monet

Ex: The numismatist spent years assembling a comprehensive collection of rare coins from around the world. 
oculist
oculist
[Rzeczownik]

a healthcare professional specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders

okulista, oftalmolog

okulista, oftalmolog

Ex: The oculist conducted a thorough examination of the patient's eyes to assess their vision and identify any potential issues. 
euthanasia
euthanasia
[Rzeczownik]

the intentional act of ending a person's life painlessly and without their consent, typically to relieve suffering from a terminal illness or irreversible condition

eutanazja, łagodna śmierć

eutanazja, łagodna śmierć

Ex: In some countries, there is ongoing debate about legalizing euthanasia for terminally ill patients who wish to end their suffering. 
hernia
hernia
[Rzeczownik]

a condition in which part of an organ squeezes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place

przepuklina

przepuklina

hysteria
hysteria
[Rzeczownik]

great excitement, anger, or fear that makes someone unable to control their emotions, and as a result, they start laughing, crying, etc.

histeria, histeria zbiorowa

histeria, histeria zbiorowa

Ex: The announcement caused mass hysteria among the crowd. 
mania
mania
[Rzeczownik]

mental condition that causes extreme and unusual changes in one's energy level, mood, or emotions

mania

mania

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