Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The process of turning something into a liquid or the state of being in liquid form.

Example: During an earthquake, the ground can experience liquefaction, causing buildings to sink.

Definition: Describing something that is becoming liquid or melting.

Example: The ice was liquescent under the warm sun, slowly turning into water.

Definition: The amount of cash or assets that can quickly be turned into cash, which is important for meeting short-term financial obligations.

Example: The company improved its liquidity by selling some of its assets.

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is flexible, graceful, and able to move easily and quickly.

Example: The dancer's lissom movements captivated the audience.

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is flexible and able to move gracefully and easily.

Example: The dancer's lissome movements captivated the audience.

Definition: In a way that is flexible and graceful, often used to describe movement or appearance.

Example: She danced lissomely across the stage, captivating the audience with her fluid movements.

Definition: The quality of being flexible and graceful, often used to describe movement that is light and agile.

Example: The dancer's lissomeness allowed her to perform intricate movements effortlessly.

Definition: A type of prayer or chant where a leader says a series of requests and the group responds in a set way. It can also refer to a long list of things, often repeated.

Example: The priest led the congregation in a litany during the service.

Definition: A strict adherence to the exact meaning of words or texts, without considering any metaphorical or symbolic interpretations.

Example: His literalism in interpreting the poem made it difficult for him to appreciate its deeper meanings.

Definition: A person who takes words in their most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration, often focusing on the exact meaning of statements or texts.

Example: As a literalist, she interpreted the poem exactly as it was written, without looking for deeper meanings.