Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: To make a serious promise or commitment to do something.

Example: He decided to pledge his support for the charity.

Definition: A serious promise to do something or to give something, often used in the context of commitments or donations.

Example: He made a pledge to donate money to the local animal shelter.

Definition: To make a serious promise or commitment to do something, often in a formal way.

Example: He decided to pledge his support for the charity by donating every month.

Definition: Relating to a genetic condition where one gene influences multiple traits or characteristics.

Example: The pleiotropic effects of the gene can lead to various health issues in individuals.

Definition: The effect of one gene on several different traits or characteristics in an organism.

Example: Pleiotropy can explain why certain genetic disorders affect multiple systems in the body.

Definition: Having full power to act on behalf of someone else, especially in diplomatic matters.

Example: The ambassador was appointed as a plenipotentiary to negotiate the treaty.

Definition: A person, especially a diplomat, who has full authority to act on behalf of their government or organization.

Example: The plenipotentiary negotiated the treaty on behalf of his country.

Definition: A large amount or quantity of something; a state of being full or abundant.

Example: The garden was filled with a plenitude of colorful flowers in the spring.

Definition: Having a lot of something; abundant or full.

Example: The garden was plenitudinous with flowers in full bloom.

Definition: Existing in large amounts; very plentiful.

Example: The garden was filled with plenteous flowers in every color.

Definition: A large amount of something; a state of having more than enough of what is needed.

Example: The garden was filled with a plentitude of flowers in every color.

Definition: A space or condition where air or gas is at a higher pressure than the surrounding atmosphere, or a meeting where all members are present.

Example: The engineers discussed the design of the ventilation system in the plenum.

Definition: Describing a material that shows different colors when viewed from different angles due to the way it absorbs light.

Example: The pleochroic mineral displayed stunning colors as I rotated it under the light.