Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Describing something that shows a change in color or appearance under different lighting conditions, or refers to different compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structures.

Example: The artist used metameric colors to create a painting that changed its appearance in different lights.

Definition: In a way that relates to metamerism, which is the phenomenon where two colors appear the same under certain lighting conditions but are different under others.

Example: The colors of the fabric changed metamerically when viewed under different types of light.

Definition: A biological condition where an organism's body is divided into segments, often seen in the early stages of development in many animals.

Example: Metamerism is an important feature in the development of certain animals, allowing for a segmented body structure.

Definition: Describing rocks that have been changed in structure or composition due to heat and pressure, or relating to a process of transformation.

Example: Metamorphic rocks, such as marble and schist, are formed from existing rocks that undergo significant changes.

Definition: The process in which rocks change their structure, texture, or composition due to high heat, pressure, or new chemicals.

Example: Metamorphism can transform limestone into marble under the right conditions.

Definition: To change or transform completely in form or appearance, often in a way that is significant or dramatic.

Example: The caterpillar will metamorphose into a butterfly after a few weeks.

Definition: To change completely in form or appearance; to transform into something different.

Example: The caterpillar will metamorphose into a butterfly after it forms a cocoon.

Definition: A significant change in form, appearance, or character, often involving transformation, such as in the life cycle of certain animals or in a metaphorical sense.

Example: The caterpillar underwent a metamorphosis to become a beautiful butterfly.

Definition: The process of changing the way words or parts of words are divided, which can create new meanings or words.

Example: The word 'apron' is an example of metanalysis, as it evolved from the phrase 'a napron'.

Definition: The last stage of kidney development in vertebrate embryos, which becomes the main kidney in adult reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Example: In mammals, the metanephros is the organ that ultimately forms the adult kidney.

Definition: A deep and significant change in one's thoughts or beliefs, often related to personal growth or spiritual awakening.

Example: After years of struggle, she experienced a metanoia that changed her perspective on life.