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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

facsimile

IPA: /fækˈsɪmɪli/

KK: /fækˈsɪmɪli/

adjective

Definition: Something that is an exact copy or reproduction of another item, often used for documents or images.

Example: The artist created a facsimile of the original painting to display in the gallery.

noun

Definition: A precise copy or reproduction of something, often used for documents or images.

Example: The artist created a facsimile of the original painting to display in the gallery.

factorial

IPA: /fækˈtɔːriəl/

KK: /fæktˈɔrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: This term describes something that is connected to a factor or the mathematical operation of multiplying a series of descending natural numbers.

Example: In mathematics, the factorial of a number is used to calculate permutations and combinations.

noun

Definition: The result of multiplying all whole numbers from 1 up to a specific number, often represented with an exclamation mark (e.g., 4! equals 24).

Example: To calculate 5 factorial, you multiply 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 together, which equals 120.

factual

IPA: /ˈfæktʃuəl/

KK: /ˈfæktʃuəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or based on facts; not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

Example: The report provided a factual account of the events that took place.

faculty

IPA: /ˈfæklti/

KK: /ˈfæklti/

noun

Definition: A group of teachers or professors at a school or university, or a specific branch of study within an educational institution.

Example: The faculty at the university is known for its research and teaching excellence.

faecal

IPA: //ˈfiːkəl//

KK: /ˈfiːkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to waste matter from the intestines, especially solid waste.

Example: The doctor examined the faecal sample for signs of infection.

faintest

IPA: /ˈfeɪntɪst/

KK: /feɪntɪst/

adjective

Definition: The smallest amount or degree of something; very weak or slight.

Example: She had the faintest idea of what was happening.

fairest

IPA: //ˈfɛrɪst//

KK: /ˈfɛrɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most just or equitable; free from bias or favoritism.

Example: She was known as the fairest of them all in the kingdom.

faithful

IPA: /ˈfeɪθfəl/

KK: /ˈfeɪθfəl/

adjective

Definition: Being loyal and devoted to someone or something, or being true to the facts or reality.

Example: She has always been a faithful friend, supporting me through thick and thin.

noun

Definition: A person who is loyal and devoted to someone or something, often used to describe a follower or supporter.

Example: The faithful gathered at the church to celebrate the holiday together.

faithfully

IPA: /ˈfeɪθfəli/

KK: /ˈfeɪθfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows loyalty or support, often used to describe how someone keeps promises or commitments.

Example: She faithfully attended every meeting to support her team.

fake

IPA: /feɪk/

KK: /feɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not real or genuine; made to look like something else in order to deceive people.

Example: The painting was a fake, not an original by the famous artist.

intransitive verb

Definition: To pretend or act in a way that is not genuine, often to deceive others.

Example: He decided to fake during the game to confuse the opponent.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is not real or genuine, often intended to deceive others.

Example: The painting turned out to be a fake, not an original.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something appear real or genuine when it is not; to deceive or trick someone by pretending.

Example: He tried to fake his way through the exam by using a hidden cheat sheet.

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