vicarious
vicarious is a polysyllabic word with 4 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, vicarious is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofvicarious
- Delegated.
- Experienced or gained by taking in another person’s experience, rather than through first-hand experience, such as through watching or reading.
Example: "People experience vicarious pleasures through watching television."
- On behalf of others.
Example: "The concept of vicarious atonement, that one person can atone for the sins of another, is found in many religions."
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