Pronunciation: /ˌækəˈtæləpsi/
noun the uncertainty or incomprehensibility of a subject or topic
A1 I have acatalepsy when it comes to understanding complex math problems.
A2 The concept of acatalepsy can be difficult for students to grasp.
B1 The philosopher's argument was based on the idea of acatalepsy, or the impossibility of knowing the true nature of things.
B2 The debate about the existence of God often leads to a state of acatalepsy, where neither side can prove their point definitively.
C1 The scientist's research into quantum mechanics revealed a level of acatalepsy that challenged traditional beliefs about reality.
C2 The novel delves into the theme of acatalepsy, exploring the limits of human knowledge and understanding.
formal The concept of acatalepsy refers to the idea that human knowledge is limited and can never fully grasp the true nature of reality.
informal I still can't wrap my head around the idea of acatalepsy - it's like trying to understand something that's beyond comprehension.
slang Dude, acatalepsy is like when your brain just can't even handle the deep philosophical stuff, you know?
figurative Her mind was like a maze of acatalepsy, constantly searching for answers but never quite reaching them.
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