Grupa wzajemnej adoracji
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What it means
Literally “mutual admiration society.” A group of people who constantly praise and flatter each other, often to the exclusion of outside perspectives or honest criticism. Used ironically.
Vocabulary
- grupa — group
- wzajemna — mutual, reciprocal (feminine adjective)
- adoracja — adoration, admiration
Grammar note
'Wzajemnej adoracji' is the genitive singular, used in a descriptive genitive construction modifying 'grupa'.
Cultural context
Common in Polish commentary on politics, academia, and media circles.
Intermediate
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