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αποπαίρνω — meaning in English

apopairno

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English meaning

browbeat verb To pressure or frighten someone by being harsh and forceful.
rebuke noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
snap verb To break suddenly with a sharp cracking sound.

Senses

αποπαίρνω is used for these senses in English:

browbeat (transitive) To bully in an intimidating, bossy, or supercilious way.
rebuke (of a person) To criticise harshly; to reprove.
snap (transitive, dated) To speak to abruptly or sharply; to treat snappishly; usually with up.

rebuke — full definition

noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
verb To criticize someone sharply, usually for something they did wrong.

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

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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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