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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

pertinacious

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Being very determined and unwilling to change your mind or give up on something.

Example: Despite many challenges, her pertinacious spirit helped her achieve her goals.

pertinacity

IPA: /ˌpɜːrtɪˈnæsɪti/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnəˌsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very determined and persistent in holding onto something or pursuing a goal.

Example: Her pertinacity in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

pertinence

IPA: /ˈpɜːrtɪnəns/

KK: /ˈpɜrtɪnəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of being relevant or applicable to a particular matter or situation.

Example: The pertinence of her comments to the discussion was appreciated by everyone in the meeting.

pertinency

IPA: /pərˈtɪnənsi/

KK: /pɜrˈtɪnənsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of being relevant or related to the topic being discussed.

Example: The pertinency of her comments made the discussion more meaningful.

pertinent

IPA: /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

KK: /ˈpɜrtɪnənt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is directly related to the topic or issue being discussed.

Example: The lawyer presented pertinent evidence that helped the case.

perturbable

IPA: /pərˈtɜːrbəbl/

KK: /pərˈtɜːrbəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be disturbed or upset easily.

Example: She is quite perturbable, often getting anxious over small issues.

perturbation

IPA: /pərˌtɜːrˈbeɪʃən/

KK: /pərˈtɜːrbəˌteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A small change or disturbance in a system, often caused by external factors, that can affect its state or behavior.

Example: The scientist observed a perturbation in the satellite's orbit due to the gravitational pull of a nearby planet.

perturbational

IPA: /pərˈtɜːrbəˌneɪʃənl/

KK: /pərˈtɜr bəˌneɪ ʌl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or caused by a disturbance or change in a system.

Example: The scientists studied the perturbational effects on the climate model.

perturbed

IPA: /pərˈtɜːrbd/

KK: /pərˈtɜrbd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling anxious or upset due to something that has caused a disturbance or confusion.

Example: She was perturbed by the unexpected news about her job.

verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel anxious, worried, or disturbed.

Example: The unexpected news perturbed her greatly, making it hard for her to concentrate.

perturbing

IPA: /pərˈtɜːrbɪŋ/

KK: /pərˈtɜrbɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing feelings of worry or unease; making someone feel disturbed or anxious.

Example: The news about the storm was quite perturbing for the residents.

verb

Definition: To disturb or unsettle someone or something, causing anxiety or worry.

Example: The news of the storm was perturbing to the residents of the coastal town.

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