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tētricus — meaning in English

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English meaning

severe adjective Very bad, intense, or extreme.
stern adjective Serious and strict in manner; harsh or severe.

Senses

tētricus is used for these senses in English:

severe Strict or harsh.

severe — full definition

adjective Very bad, intense, or extreme.
adjective Strict, harsh, or unforgiving.
adjective Plain and unadorned in appearance; austere.

stern — full definition

adjective Serious and strict in manner; harsh or severe.
noun The rear end of a ship or boat.

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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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