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μομφή — meaning in English

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English meaning

demerit noun A weak point or drawback in something.
rebuke noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.

Senses

μομφή is used for these senses in English:

demerit A mark given for bad conduct to a person attending an educational institution or serving in the army.
rebuke (of a person) A harsh criticism.

demerit — full definition

noun A weak point or drawback in something.
noun A mark recorded against someone at school or in the army for bad behaviour.
noun Whatever a person has earned, whether it is a reward or a punishment.

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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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”.

Related Greek words

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