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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

jejunal

IPA: /dʒɪˈdʒuːnəl/

KK: /dʒiˈjunəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a part of the small intestine located between the duodenum and the ileum.

Example: The jejunal region is important for nutrient absorption.

jejune

IPA: /dʒɪˈdʒuːn/

KK: /dʒɪˈdʒun/

adjective

Definition: Not interesting or lacking in maturity; dull and childish.

Example: The movie was so jejune that I fell asleep halfway through.

jejunely

IPA: /dʒɪˈdʒuːnli/

KK: /dʒɪˈdʒuːnli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is simple, dull, or lacking in interest or significance.

Example: The lecture was delivered jejunely, leaving the audience disengaged.

jejunum

IPA: //dʒɪˈdʒuːnəm//

KK: /dʒɪˈdʒunəm/

noun

Definition: A part of the small intestine located between the duodenum and the ileum, which is responsible for the absorption of nutrients.

Example: The jejunum plays a crucial role in digesting food and absorbing nutrients.

jeopardise

IPA: /ˈdʒɛpədaɪz/

KK: /ˈdʒɛpərdaɪz/

verb

Definition: To put something in danger or at risk of harm or loss.

Example: The heavy rain could jeopardise the outdoor concert.

jeopardize

IPA: //ˈdʒɛpərdaɪz//

KK: /ˈdʒɛpərˌdaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To put something in danger or at risk of being harmed or lost.

Example: His reckless driving could jeopardize the safety of everyone on the road.

jeremiad

IPA: /ˌdʒɛrəˈmaɪəd/

KK: /ˈdʒɛrəˌmaɪəd/

noun

Definition: A type of speech or writing that expresses deep sadness or complaints about something, often predicting bad outcomes.

Example: The politician's jeremiad warned of the dangers facing the community if changes were not made.

jettisonable

IPA: /ˈdʒɛtɪsənəbl/

KK: /ˈdʒɛtɪsənəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be thrown away or discarded, especially in order to lighten a load or remove something unnecessary.

Example: The cargo was deemed jettisonable to ensure the safety of the flight.

jingoist

IPA: /ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪst/

KK: /ˈdʒɪŋɡəʊɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a strong and aggressive support for one's country, often favoring military action and a hostile attitude towards other nations.

Example: The jingoist rhetoric in the speech stirred up national pride but also raised concerns about potential conflicts.

jingoistic

IPA: //dʒɪŋɡoʊˈɪstɪk//

KK: /dʒɪŋɡoʊˈɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having an extreme or excessive pride in one's country, often leading to aggressive or warlike attitudes towards other nations.

Example: The politician's jingoistic remarks stirred up strong feelings among the crowd.

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