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monogratation

/ˌmɒnəʊˈɡræteɪt/

To direct expressions of gratitude or pleasing efforts exclusively toward a single individual or entity, often at the expense of acknowledging a collective group. It describes the act of funneling all credit or appreciation into one specific 'gratitude' target.

例文

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1

She tended to monogratate her mentor during every public speech, ignoring the rest of her research team.

She tended to monogratate her mentor during every public speech, ignoring the rest of her research team.

2

The committee chose to monogratate the primary donor while overlooking the essential contributions of the volunteer staff.

The committee chose to monogratate the primary donor while overlooking the essential contributions of the volunteer staff.

3

It's really annoying when you monogratate the lead singer and act like the rest of the band doesn't exist.

It's really annoying when you monogratate the lead singer and act like the rest of the band doesn't exist.

語族

名詞
monogratation
Verb
monogratate
副詞
monogratatorily
形容詞
monogratatory
関連
monogratator
💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'Mono' (one) + 'Grat' (thanks). You are giving all your 'thanks' to only 'one' person.

クイックテスト

Instead of thanking the whole department, the director chose to ________ the lead engineer, causing resentment among the staff.

正解!

正解は: monogratate

例文

1

She tended to monogratate her mentor during every public speech, ignoring the rest of her research team.

everyday

She tended to monogratate her mentor during every public speech, ignoring the rest of her research team.

2

The committee chose to monogratate the primary donor while overlooking the essential contributions of the volunteer staff.

formal

The committee chose to monogratate the primary donor while overlooking the essential contributions of the volunteer staff.

3

It's really annoying when you monogratate the lead singer and act like the rest of the band doesn't exist.

informal

It's really annoying when you monogratate the lead singer and act like the rest of the band doesn't exist.

4

Sociological studies suggest a common human tendency to monogratate high-status individuals within complex organizational hierarchies.

academic

Sociological studies suggest a common human tendency to monogratate high-status individuals within complex organizational hierarchies.

5

The manager was criticized for monogratating the CEO in hopes of securing a year-end bonus.

business

The manager was criticized for monogratating the CEO in hopes of securing a year-end bonus.

語族

名詞
monogratation
Verb
monogratate
副詞
monogratatorily
形容詞
monogratatory
関連
monogratator

よく使う組み合わせ

monogratate the elite monogratate the elite
tendency to monogratate tendency to monogratate
monogratate exclusively monogratate exclusively
refuse to monogratate refuse to monogratate
monogratate for favors monogratate for favors

よく使うフレーズ

monogratate the top

monogratate the top

prone to monogratate

prone to monogratate

excessive monogratation

excessive monogratation

よく混同される語

monogratation vs monocratization

Monocratization refers to the process of concentrating political power in one person, whereas monogratation refers to concentrating gratitude or praise.

monogratation vs gratification

Gratification is the state of being satisfied, while monogratation is the specific act of directing thanks toward one person.

📝

使い方のコツ

The term is typically used in critical or analytical contexts to point out unfair distribution of praise. Although the suffix -ation usually denotes a noun, in specific test-based contexts, it is treated as the concept of the action being performed.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners often use this to mean general 'thanking'; however, it must involve the exclusion of others to be accurate. Be careful not to confuse it with 'monogamy', which relates to relationships.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'Mono' (one) + 'Grat' (thanks). You are giving all your 'thanks' to only 'one' person.

📖

語源

A modern construction combining the Greek 'monos' (single) and the Latin 'gratus' (pleasing/thankful).

文法パターン

Transitive verb: requires a direct object. Regular conjugation: monogratates, monogratated, monogratating. Usually followed by a human object or a personified entity.

クイックテスト

Instead of thanking the whole department, the director chose to ________ the lead engineer, causing resentment among the staff.

正解!

正解は: monogratate

関連単語

overall

B2

Describing the total or general nature of something when all parts or factors are considered together. It refers to the whole of a situation rather than specific details or individual components.

overlap

B2

To cover part of the same area of space or time as something else, or to have some common qualities or features. It describes situations where two things occupy the same physical space partially or where two events happen simultaneously for a period.

overseas

B2

Relating to, coming from, or situated in a country across the sea or ocean. It is used to describe international contexts, particularly travel, trade, or living arrangements in a foreign land.

panel

B2

A panel is a small group of people brought together to discuss a specific topic, provide expert advice, or make decisions. It can also refer to a distinct, flat, and often rectangular section of a larger surface, such as a wall, door, or control board.

annually

C1

The term describes an action or event that occurs once every year. It is frequently used to denote frequency in reports, ceremonies, or natural cycles that repeat on a twelve-month basis.

passive

B2

Describing someone who allows things to happen or accepts what others do without resistance or participation. It is also used in grammar to describe a sentence structure where the subject is the recipient of the action rather than the performer.

persist

B2

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

philosophy

B2

Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. It also refers to a specific set of beliefs, values, or principles that guide the behavior and outlook of an individual or an organization.

portion

B2

A portion is a part of a whole that has been divided or allocated to a specific person or purpose. It is most commonly used to describe a serving of food or a specific share of a larger amount, such as money or time.

pose

B2

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or challenge that needs to be addressed. It also refers to the physical act of assuming a specific position for a photograph, painting, or artistic work.

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