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πράος — meaning in English

praos

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English meaning

bland adj Lacking strong flavour; mild or tasteless.
meek adj Quiet, humble, and unwilling to assert oneself.
sweet adj Having the taste of sugar; not sour, salty, or bitter.

Senses

πράος is used for these senses in English:

bland Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.
meek Humble, non-boastful, modest, meager, or self-effacing.
sweet Of a pleasing disposition.

bland — full definition

adj Lacking strong flavour; mild or tasteless.
adj Lacking excitement, character, or interest.

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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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