Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Related to a condition where there is partial loss of movement or weakness in a muscle or group of muscles.

Example: The patient showed paretic symptoms after the stroke, affecting his ability to walk.

Definition: Referring to lenses that are designed so that when one lens is in focus, other lenses will also be in focus at the same distance.

Example: The microscope is equipped with parfocal lenses, allowing for easy switching between magnifications without losing focus.

Definition: The state or quality of lenses being able to maintain focus when switching between different magnifications.

Example: The parfocality of the microscope allows for easy transitions between objectives without needing to refocus.

Definition: Relating to the walls of a body part, organ, or cavity, or to the parietal bones in the skull.

Example: The parietal lobe of the brain is responsible for processing sensory information.

Definition: A term used to describe a part of a structure, especially referring to walls or bones in the body.

Example: The parietal bone is one of the two bones that form the sides and roof of the skull.

Definition: A specific way of speaking or using words, often related to a particular field or group.

Example: In legal parlance, the term 'plaintiff' refers to the person who brings a case to court.

Definition: Full of danger or risk; perilous.

Example: Starting a new business can be a parlous venture in uncertain economic times.

Definition: Limited in range or scope; often focused on local or narrow interests rather than broader or more global perspectives.

Example: His parochial views prevented him from understanding the larger issues at play.

Definition: The quality of being narrow-minded or limited in scope, often focusing only on local or trivial matters rather than broader issues.

Example: His parochialism prevented him from understanding the global implications of the local policy.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a humorous imitation of something, often used to mock or comment on the original.

Example: The film was a parodic take on classic horror movies, making fun of their clichés.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a humorous imitation of something, often used to mock or comment on the original.

Example: The film was a parodistic take on classic horror movies, making fun of their clichés.