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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

argot

IPA: /ˈɑːɡoʊ/

KK: /ˈɑrɡoʊ/

noun

Definition: A special language or set of words used by a particular group, often to keep their conversations private or secret.

Example: The thieves used an argot to communicate without being understood by outsiders.

argumentation

IPA: /ˌɑːrɡjʊˈmenˌteɪʃən/

KK: /ɑrɡjʊˈmenˌteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of presenting and explaining reasons to support a point of view or opinion, often in a debate or discussion.

Example: The lawyer's argumentation was clear and persuasive, helping to win the case.

argumentative

IPA: /ˌɑːrɡjʊˈmɛntətɪv/

KK: /ˌɑrɡjəˈmɛntɪv/

adjective

Definition: Tending to argue or disagree with others; often involved in disputes or debates.

Example: She has an argumentative nature, always ready to discuss and challenge different opinions.

aristocratic

IPA: /ˌærɪstəˈkrætɪk/

KK: /ˌærɪstəˈkrætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a social class that is considered to be the highest in society, often having special privileges and power.

Example: The aristocratic family hosted a grand ball at their mansion.

arithmetician

IPA: /əˈrɪθməˌtɪʃən/

KK: /əˈrɪθməˌtɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A person who is skilled in arithmetic, which is the branch of mathematics dealing with numbers and basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Example: The arithmetician solved the complex math problem quickly.

armamentarium

IPA: /ˌɑːrməˈmɛn.tə.ri.əm/

KK: /ˌɑːrməˌmɛnˈtɛrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A complete set of tools, resources, or equipment used for a specific purpose, especially in a medical or professional context.

Example: The hospital's armamentarium includes advanced surgical instruments and a wide range of medical supplies.

aromaticity

IPA: /ˌærəˈmætɪsɪti/

KK: /əˌrɑːməˈtɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or characteristic of having a strong, pleasant smell, often related to certain chemical compounds.

Example: The aromaticity of the essential oil made it popular in perfumes.

arpeggiate

IPA: /ɑːrˈpɛdʒieɪt/

KK: /ɑrˈpɛdʒiˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To play or sing the notes of a chord one after the other instead of all at once.

Example: The pianist will arpeggiate the chords to create a flowing sound.

arraignment

IPA: /əˈreɪn.mənt/

KK: /əˈreɪn.mənt/

noun

Definition: The formal process in which a person is brought before a court to hear the charges against them and enter a plea.

Example: During the arraignment, the judge explained the charges to the defendant.

arrant

IPA: /ˈærənt/

KK: /ˈærənt/

adjective

Definition: Completely or thoroughly something, often used to emphasize a negative quality.

Example: He is an arrant fool for believing that lie.

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