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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

prehistoric

IPA: /ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk/

KK: /priˈhɪstərɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the time before written history, often referring to ancient times when early humans lived and developed.

Example: The museum has a fascinating exhibit on prehistoric animals and their habitats.

prehistorical

IPA: /ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk/

KK: /priˈhɪstərɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the time before written history, often referring to ancient human cultures and their activities.

Example: The museum has a fascinating exhibit on prehistoric animals and their habitats.

prehistorically

IPA: /ˌpriːhɪˈstɔːrɪkli/

KK: /priːhɪˈstɔrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the time before written history.

Example: The cave paintings were created prehistorically, long before any written records existed.

prehominid

IPA: //prɪˈhoʊmɪnɪd//

KK: /priˈhɒmɪnɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of extinct primates that are considered to be ancestors of modern humans.

Example: The study of prehominid fossils helps scientists understand human evolution.

noun

Definition: A type of extinct primate that is considered to be a direct ancestor of modern humans and their relatives.

Example: Scientists discovered fossils of a prehominid that lived millions of years ago.

preindustrial

IPA: /ˌpriːˈɪn.dɪˈstrɪəl/

KK: /priːˈɪndəstrɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a time or society before the development of industries and factories.

Example: Many preindustrial societies relied on agriculture and craftsmanship for their economy.

prejudicial

IPA: //ˌprɛdʒʊˈdɪʃəl//

KK: /prɛdʒʊˈdɪʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Causing harm or negative effects, often due to preconceived opinions or judgments.

Example: The prejudicial remarks made during the trial affected the jury's decision.

prejudicially

IPA: //ˌprɛdʒʊˈdɪʃəli//

KK: /prɛdʒʊˈdɪʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes harm or disadvantage to someone or something.

Example: The decision was made prejudicially, affecting the outcome for many involved.

prejudicialness

IPA: /ˌprɛdʒʊˈdʒɪləsnəs/

KK: /prɛdʒʊˈdʒɪləsnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of causing harm or damage, often due to bias or unfair treatment.

Example: The prejudicialness of the policy led to widespread criticism from various groups.

prelaw

IPA: //ˈpriːlɔː//

KK: /priˈlɔ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the studies or courses that prepare a person for studying law.

Example: She is taking prelaw courses to prepare for law school.

prelect

IPA: /prɪˈlɛkt/

KK: /prɪˈlɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To give a lecture or talk to an audience, often in a formal setting.

Example: The professor will prelect on the importance of environmental science tomorrow.

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