Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The act of raising something into the air without any visible support, often thought to be caused by supernatural forces or special technology.

Example: The magician amazed the audience with his act of levitation, making it seem like he was floating in mid-air.

Definition: Describing a substance that causes polarized light to turn to the left or counterclockwise.

Example: The levorotatory form of the compound is essential for its biological activity.

Definition: To impose or collect a tax, fee, or fine, often by authority or law.

Example: The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

Definition: A charge or tax that is imposed or collected by an authority, often for public purposes.

Example: The government announced a new levy on sugary drinks to promote healthier choices.

Definition: To impose or collect something, such as a tax or a fine, usually by authority.

Example: The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

Definition: This word describes behavior or language that is sexually inappropriate or offensive. It often refers to something that is crude or vulgar in a sexual way.

Example: The comedian's lewd jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.

Definition: The quality or state of being sexually inappropriate or offensive.

Example: The film was criticized for its lewdness and explicit content.

Definition: A term used in legal contexts to refer to law or a body of laws.

Example: The lex of the land must be followed by all citizens.

Definition: A basic unit of meaning in a language, which can take different forms like tense or number. For example, the word 'run' can appear as 'runs', 'running', or 'ran', but they all relate to the same lexeme.

Example: In linguistics, a lexeme is the base form of a word that can have various grammatical forms.

Definition: Relating to a basic unit of meaning in a language, which can be a word or a group of words that convey a single idea.

Example: The lexemic analysis of the text revealed several key themes.

Definition: Related to the words and vocabulary of a language, especially in terms of their meaning and use.

Example: The lexical choices in her writing made it very engaging and vivid.

Definition: The process of making a word or phrase into a recognized term in a language.

Example: The lexicalisation of new terms often occurs in response to technological advancements.