Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A belief in or devotion to the ideas, customs, and practices of the Middle Ages, often reflected in art, literature, and culture.

Example: The novel was influenced by medievalism, showcasing themes and styles from the Middle Ages.

Definition: A person who studies or is an expert in the culture, history, and arts of the Middle Ages.

Example: The medievalist gave a fascinating lecture on the architecture of cathedrals from that era.

Definition: The quality of being average or not very good; a lack of excellence or distinction.

Example: The team's performance was marked by mediocrity, failing to impress the fans.

Definition: The inner part of certain structures in plants or animals, such as the core of a bone or the central part of some algae.

Example: The medulla plays a crucial role in the functioning of the brainstem.

Definition: Relating to the medulla, which is the innermost part of an organ or structure, especially in the brain or kidneys.

Example: The doctor explained that the medullar region of the brain controls vital functions.

Definition: Relating to or resembling the inner part of a structure, especially the marrow or medulla found in bones or plants.

Example: The medullary cavity of the bone is important for producing blood cells.

Definition: Describing a structure that has a medulla, which is a central part or core, often found in biological contexts.

Example: The medullated fibers in the nervous system are essential for fast signal transmission.

Definition: A unit used to measure computer memory or data storage, equivalent to one million bytes or 1,048,576 bytes.

Example: The file size is 5 megabytes, which is too large to send via email.

Definition: Relating to large animals, especially those that lived in prehistoric times.

Example: The study of megafaunal species helps us understand ancient ecosystems.

Definition: A large cell in the bone marrow that produces blood platelets and has a lobed nucleus.

Example: The megakaryocyte is essential for the formation of platelets in the bloodstream.