Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Assigned to someone or something, often without justification or based on arbitrary factors.

Example: The ascribed status of the royal family often influences public perception.

Definition: To attribute something to a particular cause, source, or origin.

Example: The success of the project was ascribed to the team's hard work and dedication.

Definition: The act of assigning a quality or characteristic to someone or something.

Example: The ascription of talent to the young artist surprised everyone.

Definition: Describing something that does not produce or is not affected by seismic activity, such as earthquakes.

Example: The aseismic design of the building ensures it remains safe during an earthquake.

Definition: The practice of keeping an area or object free from harmful germs and bacteria to prevent infection.

Example: In the operating room, asepsis is crucial to ensure patient safety during surgery.

Definition: Not containing harmful germs or bacteria; clean and safe from infection.

Example: The doctor used aseptic techniques to ensure the surgery was safe.

Definition: In a way that prevents contamination by harmful bacteria or viruses.

Example: The laboratory was designed to operate aseptically to ensure accurate results.

Definition: Extremely foolish or silly; lacking intelligence or common sense.

Example: His asinine comments during the meeting made everyone roll their eyes.

Definition: A type of amino acid that is found in many proteins and is important for various biological functions. It can be derived from aspartic acid and is present in some plants, especially asparagus.

Example: Asparagine plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins in the body.

Definition: Relating to a particular feature or characteristic of something, especially in grammar where it describes the way in which an action is expressed in terms of its completion or duration.

Example: The aspectual nature of the verb indicates whether the action is ongoing or completed.

Definition: A quality of being harsh or severe in tone, manner, or surface texture.

Example: The asperity in his voice made it clear that he was not pleased with the decision.