Pronunciation: /ˈɪnsɛst/
noun sexual relations between people who are closely related by blood
A1 In some cultures, incest is considered taboo.
A2 The movie portrayed a family torn apart by the secrets of incest.
B1 The novel delves into the complex themes of incest and family dynamics.
B2 The legal ramifications of incest vary from country to country.
C1 Psychologists study the psychological effects of incest on individuals and families.
C2 The documentary explored the long-term consequences of incest on survivors.
verb not applicable
A1 I have heard that some animals engage in incest.
A2 In some cultures, incest is considered taboo.
B1 The novel explored the theme of incest within a dysfunctional family.
B2 The movie depicted the consequences of incest on the characters' relationships.
C1 The psychological impact of incest can have long-lasting effects on individuals.
C2 The therapist worked with the survivor of incest to address trauma and promote healing.
adjective not applicable
A1 In some cultures, incest is considered taboo.
A2 The book explores the theme of incestuous relationships within the family.
B1 The movie delves into the complex issues surrounding incest and its impact on individuals.
B2 The novel portrays a dark and disturbing tale of incestuous love between siblings.
C1 The play examines the psychological consequences of incest and the dynamics within dysfunctional families.
C2 The artist's controversial work challenges societal norms by depicting themes of incest and abuse.
adverb not applicable
A1 Incest is never acceptable in any culture.
A2 The movie portrayed a taboo relationship involving incest.
B1 The novel delved into the consequences of familial incest.
B2 The documentary explored the psychological impact of generational incest.
C1 The court case brought to light the hidden epidemic of incest within the community.
C2 The research study examined the long-term effects of childhood incest on adult survivors.
pronoun not applicable
A1 My sister and I have a close relationship, but some people think it's like incest.
A2 In some cultures, incest is considered taboo and forbidden.
B1 The royal family's history is filled with stories of incest and power struggles.
B2 The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and incest within the aristocratic society.
C1 The psychological effects of incest on survivors can be long-lasting and complex.
C2 The film delves into the dark world of incest and abuse, shedding light on the hidden truths within families.
preposition not applicable
A1 Incest is not allowed in most societies.
A2 The taboo against incest is strong in many cultures.
B1 Laws against incest vary from country to country.
B2 The psychological effects of incest can be long-lasting.
C1 Incest is considered a serious crime in many jurisdictions.
C2 The legal and ethical implications of incest are complex and controversial.
conjunction not applicable
A1 Incest is considered taboo in many cultures.
A2 Incestuous relationships are illegal in most countries.
B1 The novel explores the theme of incest within the royal family.
B2 The movie delves into the complexities of a brother-sister incestuous relationship.
C1 The psychologist discussed the psychological impact of incest on individuals.
C2 The documentary sheds light on the prevalence of incest in certain communities.
interjection not applicable
A1 Incest! That's gross!
A2 Incest is illegal in many countries.
B1 Incest is a taboo subject in most societies.
B2 The novel explores the theme of incest within the royal family.
C1 The film delves into the psychological effects of incest on the characters.
C2 The play addresses the complex dynamics of incestuous relationships.
article not applicable
A1 Incest is a topic that is often avoided in conversations.
A2 Incestuous relationships can create complicated family dynamics.
B1 The portrayal of incest in media and literature can vary greatly in terms of accuracy and sensitivity.
B2 Incest is a form of abuse that is often hidden and difficult to detect.
C1 The cultural and social implications of incest are complex and multifaceted.
C2 Addressing the issue of incest requires a comprehensive approach that includes education, prevention, and support services.
formal Incest is a taboo subject in many cultures and is considered morally wrong.
informal I can't believe they found out about the incest in that family.
slang That family has some serious incest going on, it's messed up.
figurative The company's incestuous relationship with their main supplier is causing conflicts of interest.
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