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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

literality

IPA: /lɪtəˈrælɪti/

KK: /ˈlɪtərəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The state of being exact or true to the original meaning, without exaggeration or metaphor.

Example: The literality of her words made it clear that she was serious about the situation.

literalization

IPA: /ˌlɪtəˈrælɪzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌlɪtərəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something literal or taking it at face value, often by removing any metaphorical or figurative meaning.

Example: The literalization of the poem changed its emotional impact.

literalize

IPA: /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.laɪz/

KK: /ˈlɪtərəˌlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something literal, meaning to express it in a straightforward or exact way without metaphor or exaggeration.

Example: The author decided to literalize the metaphor in her poem to make it clearer for the readers.

literalness

IPA: /ˈlɪtərəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈlɪtərəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being exact and not figurative or metaphorical; the state of taking words in their most basic sense without exaggeration or metaphor.

Example: His literalness made it difficult for him to understand jokes or sarcasm.

literarily

IPA: /ˌlɪtəˈrɛrɪli/

KK: /ˈlɪtərˌɛrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to literature or written works, often emphasizing the artistic or stylistic aspects of language.

Example: The author wrote literarily, using rich imagery and complex characters to engage the reader.

literariness

IPA: /ˈlɪtəˌrɛrnəs/

KK: /ˈlɪtərɛrnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or characteristic of being related to literature or literary works.

Example: The novel was praised for its literariness, showcasing deep themes and rich language.

literary

IPA: /ˈlɪtərəri/

KK: /ˈlɪtəˌrɛri/

adjective

Definition: Related to written works, especially those considered to have artistic or intellectual value, such as novels, poems, and essays.

Example: She has a deep appreciation for literary works from various cultures.

literate

IPA: /ˈlɪt.ər.ət/

KK: /ˈlɪtərɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to read and write, or being knowledgeable in a specific area.

Example: In today's world, being literate is essential for success in many careers.

noun

Definition: A person who has the ability to read and write, and is knowledgeable about various subjects.

Example: In today's world, being literate is essential for success in many fields.

literatim

IPA: /ˌlɪtəˈreɪtɪm/

KK: /lɪtəˈreɪtɪm/

adjective

Definition: This term means exactly as stated, without any changes or alterations, often used to refer to a precise repetition of words or text.

Example: The teacher asked the students to copy the text literatim for their homework.

adverb

Definition: In exactly the same words; word for word.

Example: The teacher asked us to copy the text literatim for our homework.

literature

IPA: /ˈlɪtərətʃər/

KK: /ˈlɪtərətʃər/

noun

Definition: Written works that are considered to have artistic or intellectual value, including novels, poems, and essays.

Example: She enjoys reading classic literature from authors like Shakespeare and Jane Austen.

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