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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

raffish

IPA: //ˈræfɪʃ//

KK: /ˈræfɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is unconventional and carefree, often in a way that is flashy or vulgar.

Example: His raffish charm made him popular at the party, even if his style was a bit over the top.

raffishly

IPA: /ˈræfɪʃli/

KK: /ˈræfɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unconventional or slightly disreputable, often in a charming or attractive manner.

Example: He dressed raffishly, with a mix of styles that caught everyone's attention.

raffishness

IPA: /ˈræfɪʃnəs/

KK: /ˈræfɪʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being unconventional and slightly disreputable in appearance or behavior, often in a charming or attractive way.

Example: His raffishness made him popular at parties, as people were drawn to his carefree attitude.

raggedness

IPA: /ˈræɡɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈræɡɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being uneven, torn, or worn out, often referring to clothing or appearance.

Example: The raggedness of his clothes made him look poor and neglected.

raillery

IPA: /ˈreɪləri/

KK: /ˈrɛləri/

noun

Definition: A type of playful teasing or joking that is friendly and not meant to hurt anyone's feelings.

Example: The friends enjoyed a light-hearted raillery during their dinner, making each other laugh with silly jokes.

rakish

IPA: /ˈreɪkɪʃ/

KK: /ˈreɪkɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Having a stylish and confident appearance, often in a way that suggests a carefree or adventurous attitude.

Example: He walked into the room with a rakish charm that caught everyone's attention.

rakishness

IPA: //ˈreɪkɪʃnəs//

KK: /ˈreɪkɪʃnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being stylish, dashing, or having a carefree attitude, often associated with a certain charm or elegance.

Example: His rakishness made him the center of attention at the party.

ramification

IPA: /ˌræməfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ræməfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A consequence or result that comes from a decision or action, often making a situation more complicated.

Example: The new law has many unexpected ramifications for small businesses.

ramify

IPA: /ˈræməˌfaɪ/

KK: /ˈræməˌfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To develop or spread out into branches or parts, often leading to more complex situations or consequences.

Example: The discussion began to ramify into several different topics.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to split into branches or to develop in a way that creates different parts or consequences.

Example: The new policy will ramify into various sectors of the economy.

ramjet

IPA: /ˈræmˌdʒɛt/

KK: /ræmˌdʒɛt/

noun

Definition: A type of engine that uses the speed of an aircraft to compress air for combustion, producing thrust without mechanical parts.

Example: The ramjet engine allowed the missile to reach high speeds quickly.

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