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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

menace

IPA: /ˈmɛnəs/

KK: /ˈmɛnəs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make threats or express an intention to cause harm or danger.

Example: The storm seemed to menace the small coastal town with its powerful winds.

noun

Definition: A possible danger or threat to someone or something, often causing fear or worry.

Example: The storm was a menace to the small coastal town.

transitive verb

Definition: To pose a danger or threat to someone or something.

Example: The storm may menace the coastal towns with flooding.

menacing

IPA: /ˈmɛnəsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmɛnəsɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing feelings of fear or danger, often suggesting that something bad is about to happen.

Example: The dark clouds looked menacing as the storm approached.

verb

Definition: To threaten or show an intention to harm someone or something.

Example: The dark clouds in the sky seemed to be menacing, warning of an approaching storm.

menagerie

IPA: /məˈnæʤəri/

KK: /mɪˈnædʒəri/

noun

Definition: A place where a variety of wild animals are kept for people to see, often for entertainment or education.

Example: The zoo has a menagerie that includes lions, tigers, and exotic birds.

menarcheal

IPA: /mɛnˈɑːrkiəl/

KK: /mɛnˈɑrkiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the first occurrence of menstruation in a female's life.

Example: The menarcheal stage is an important milestone in a young girl's development.

mendacious

IPA: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəs/

KK: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is not truthful and often tells lies or gives false information.

Example: The politician was known for his mendacious remarks during the campaign.

mendaciously

IPA: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəsli/

KK: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves lying or being dishonest.

Example: He mendaciously claimed that he had completed the project on time.

mendaciousness

IPA: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəsnəs/

KK: /mɛnˈdeɪʃəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being untruthful or dishonest; a tendency to lie.

Example: His mendaciousness made it difficult for anyone to trust him.

mendacity

IPA: /mɛnˈdæsɪti/

KK: /mɛnˈdæsɪti/

noun

Definition: The act of telling lies or being untruthful.

Example: His mendacity made it hard for anyone to trust him.

mendelevium

IPA: /mɛnˈdɛlviəm/

KK: /mɛnˈdɛlviəm/

noun

Definition: A man-made radioactive element that is part of the actinide series, with the atomic number 101.

Example: Mendelevium is used in scientific research due to its radioactive properties.

mendicant

IPA: /ˈmɛndɪkənt/

KK: /ˈmɛn.dɪ.kənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to someone who lives by begging or relies on charity for support.

Example: The mendicant monk traveled from village to village, seeking donations for his order.

noun

Definition: A person who asks for money or food from others, often because they are poor or in need.

Example: The mendicant approached the crowd, hoping for some spare change.

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