Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to or involving large bone marrow cells that produce platelets, which are important for blood clotting.

Example: The megakaryocytic cells play a crucial role in the formation of blood platelets.

Definition: A type of large red blood cell that has a nucleus and is often found in people with certain blood disorders, particularly those related to vitamin deficiencies.

Example: The doctor noted the presence of megaloblasts in the patient's blood test, indicating a possible vitamin deficiency.

Definition: Relating to a type of large, abnormal red blood cell that is often associated with certain types of anemia.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a megaloblastic anemia, which is characterized by the presence of megaloblasts in the blood.

Definition: A mental condition where a person has an extreme desire for power, wealth, or importance, often with unrealistic beliefs about their own abilities or influence.

Example: His megalomania led him to believe he could control everything around him.

Definition: A person who has an obsession with power and believes they are much more important or powerful than they really are.

Example: The CEO was a megalomaniac who thought he could control everything in the company.

Definition: Relating to a person who has an excessive desire for power or importance, often believing they are superior to others.

Example: His megalomaniacal tendencies made it difficult for him to work with his team.

Definition: Having an excessive desire for power, wealth, or importance; often characterized by delusions of grandeur.

Example: The megalomanic leader believed he was destined to rule the world.

Definition: Relating to a very large city or urban area that is made up of several large cities or towns that are close together.

Example: The megalopolitan region is known for its diverse culture and bustling economy.

Definition: A person who lives in a very large city or urban area that includes many smaller cities and towns.

Example: As a megalopolitan, she enjoys the vibrant culture and diverse opportunities of the city.

Definition: A unit of measurement used to describe very large distances in space, specifically equal to one million parsecs.

Example: The nearest galaxy is about 0.8 megaparsecs away from us.

Definition: Relating to things that are large enough to be seen with the naked eye, rather than through a microscope.

Example: The megascopic features of the landscape were clearly visible from the hilltop.