Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: To make something more effective or powerful, especially in a medical or biological context.

Example: The new treatment can potentiate the effects of the existing medication.

Definition: Describing something that has been made stronger or more effective, often through a specific process or combination.

Example: The new formula has potentiated the effects of the medication, making it more effective for patients.

Definition: To make something more effective or powerful.

Example: The new treatment potentiated the effects of the medication.

Definition: The process by which one substance increases the effectiveness of another substance without causing harm on its own.

Example: The potentiation of the medication improved the patient's response to treatment.

Definition: A substance that increases the effectiveness or strength of another substance, often used in the context of drugs or flavors.

Example: The new potentiator improved the effectiveness of the medication significantly.

Definition: A device that has three connections and can change its resistance, often used to control volume in electronic devices like radios and TVs.

Example: The technician adjusted the potentiometer to increase the volume of the speaker.

Definition: Related to a method of measuring electric potential using a device called a potentiometer.

Example: The scientist used a potentiometric method to determine the concentration of ions in the solution.

Definition: In a way that is strong or powerful.

Example: The medicine works potently to relieve pain.

Definition: A device used to measure how much water a plant takes in over a certain period of time.

Example: The scientist used a potometer to study the water absorption of the plant.

Definition: A fee or charge that is based on the weight of something measured in pounds, or a tax related to the value of goods per pound.

Example: The poundage for shipping the package was higher than expected due to its weight.

Definition: Relating to a type of volcanic ash that can be mixed with lime to create a strong building material that hardens when wet.

Example: The pozzolanic properties of the volcanic ash improved the durability of the concrete.