Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Having high moral qualities or ideals; showing greatness of character.

Example: She made a nobler choice by helping those in need instead of seeking personal gain.

Definition: A harmless substance that causes negative effects because the person believes it will be harmful, even though it has no real medicinal effect.

Example: The doctor explained that the nocebo effect can occur when patients expect side effects from a treatment that is actually harmless.

Definition: Relating to the process of sensing or responding to pain or harmful stimuli.

Example: The nociceptive response is crucial for protecting the body from injury.

Definition: A type of sensory receptor that detects harmful stimuli and sends signals to the brain, leading to the feeling of pain.

Example: When you touch something hot, nociceptors in your skin send signals to your brain to warn you of the danger.

Definition: A part of the Christian liturgy that is performed during the night, specifically a section of the office of matins.

Example: The choir sang a beautiful nocturn during the evening service.

Definition: Relating to or active during the night.

Example: Owls are nocturnal creatures that hunt for food after dark.

Definition: A piece of art or music that is inspired by or represents the night, often creating a calm or reflective mood.

Example: The artist created a beautiful nocturne that captured the essence of a starry night.

Definition: Something that causes harm or is toxic.

Example: The chemicals in the factory were found to be nocuous to the environment.

Definition: In a way that is harmful or damaging.

Example: The chemicals were released nocuously into the environment, causing serious pollution.

Definition: Relating to or located at a point where lines or pathways intersect or branch off.

Example: The nodal points in the network are crucial for efficient communication.