VICARIOUS
/vɪˈkɛəɹi.əs/
14
Scrabble
17
WWF
V(4) I(1) C(3) A(1) R(1) I(1) O(1) U(1) S(1)
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Definition
/vɪˈkɛəɹi.əs/
adjective
- Delegated.
- Experienced or gained by taking in another person’s experience, rather than through first-hand experience, such as through watching or reading.“People experience vicarious pleasures through watching television.”
- On behalf of others.“The concept of vicarious atonement, that one person can atone for the sins of another, is found in many religions.”
Source: Wiktionary
