Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A type of metal that is soft, shiny, and resistant to tarnishing, often used in jewelry, electronics, and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.

Example: The jeweler used palladium to create a beautiful ring that would last for years without tarnishing.

Definition: Relating to compounds that include the element palladium, particularly those where palladium has a valence of 2.

Example: The chemist studied various palladous compounds for their unique properties.

Definition: To make something less severe or serious, often by providing relief or excuses.

Example: The doctor tried to palliate the patient's pain with medication.

Definition: Having an unusually pale appearance, often due to illness or lack of color; also describes something that is dull or lacking in vitality.

Example: After being sick for a week, her face looked pallid and tired.

Definition: In a way that is pale or lacking in color, often suggesting weakness or illness.

Example: She smiled pallidly, her face showing signs of fatigue.

Definition: The quality of having a pale or weak appearance, often due to illness or lack of color.

Example: Her pallidness was a sign that she had been unwell for some time.

Definition: A type of brain surgery that involves using a small probe to destroy a specific area of brain cells to help treat conditions like involuntary movements.

Example: The doctor recommended a pallidotomy to help manage the patient's Parkinson's symptoms.

Definition: The quality of being able to be touched or felt; something that is clear and obvious.

Example: The palpability of the tension in the room was evident to everyone present.

Definition: Something that can be touched or felt; very clear and obvious.

Example: The tension in the room was palpable as everyone waited for the announcement.

Definition: In a way that can be easily perceived or felt; clearly noticeable.

Example: The tension in the room was palpably felt by everyone present.