Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is often yellow and is found in plants. It is used in making dyes, tanning, and photography, and can also be important in biological processes.

Example: Quinone is used in the production of certain dyes and as a coenzyme in biological reactions.

Definition: Something that happens or is done every five years.

Example: The quinquennial festival attracts visitors from all over the country.

Definition: An event that happens every five years, or a celebration marking the fifth anniversary of something.

Example: The city held a quinquennial celebration to mark its 50th anniversary.

Definition: A time span that lasts for five years.

Example: The project is planned to be completed over a quinquennium.

Definition: The most perfect or typical example of something; the purest form of a quality or thing.

Example: She is the quintessence of kindness, always helping others in need.

Definition: Being the most perfect or typical example of something; representing the essence of a particular quality or type.

Example: She is the quintessential artist, always expressing her emotions through her work.

Definition: Describing something that is made up of five identical parts or copies.

Example: The report was submitted in quintuplicate to ensure all departments received a copy.

Definition: A group of five identical items or copies.

Example: The artist created a quintuplicate of her famous painting for the exhibition.

Definition: To create five identical copies of something.

Example: The artist decided to quintuplicate her painting for the exhibition.

Definition: A legal document that transfers ownership or rights from one person to another without guaranteeing that the title is clear or free of claims.

Example: He signed a quitclaim to transfer his interest in the property to his brother.

Definition: To give up or transfer all rights or claims to something, often in a legal context.

Example: He decided to quitclaim his interest in the property to his brother.

Definition: A document or receipt that shows someone has been released from a debt or obligation.

Example: He received a quittance after paying off his loan.

Definition: Describing someone who is very idealistic and romantic, often in a way that is unrealistic or impractical.

Example: His quixotic quest to save the world was admired by many, but few believed it could succeed.

Definition: In a way that is idealistic and unrealistic, often pursuing noble but impractical goals.

Example: She quixotically believed that she could change the world with just her kindness.