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pyrrhisch — meaning in English

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English meaning

pyrrhic adjective Describing a victory won at such a heavy cost that it is barely worth having, and may leave the winner weaker than before.

Senses

pyrrhisch is used for these senses in English:

Pyrrhic Achieved at too great a cost or detriment to have been worthwhile (as a victory, accomplishment, etc).
pyrrhic (prosody) Of or characterized by pyrrhics (metrical feet with two short syllables).

pyrrhic — full definition

adjective Describing a victory won at such a heavy cost that it is barely worth having, and may leave the winner weaker than before.
noun In classical verse, a metrical foot consisting of two short or unstressed syllables.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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