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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

acceptableness

IPA: //əkˈsɛptəblnəs//

KK: /əkˈsɛptəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being good enough or suitable for a particular purpose or standard.

Example: The acceptableness of the proposal was debated among the committee members.

acceptation

IPA: /ˌæk.sɛpˈteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ækˈsɛp.teɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A positive response or approval of something, often referring to the accepted meaning of a word or idea.

Example: The acceptation of the term has evolved over time in different contexts.

access

IPA: /ˈæksɛs/

KK: /ˈæksɛs/

noun

Definition: The ability or opportunity to get to a place, use something, or communicate with someone. It can also refer to the right to enter or use something, like a building or information.

Example: She has access to the restricted area of the building.

transitive verb

Definition: To get into or make use of something, especially information or a place, often through a computer or the internet.

Example: She used a browser to access her bank account online.

accession

IPA: //əkˈsɛʃən//

KK: /ækˈsɛʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of gaining entry or the right to use something. It can also refer to an increase or addition, especially in terms of property or value.

Example: The accession of new members to the organization has strengthened its influence.

transitive verb

Definition: To add something to a collection or record, especially in a systematic way, such as when a museum includes new items.

Example: The curator is accessioning the newly acquired paintings into the collection.

accessional

IPA: //əkˈsɛʃənl//

KK: /ækˈsɛʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is added or acquired, often in a supplementary way.

Example: The accessional materials provided valuable insights into the historical context of the exhibit.

accidence

IPA: /ˈækɪdəns/

KK: /ˈækɪdəns/

noun

Definition: A part of language study that focuses on how words change form to express different grammatical features, such as tense, case, or number.

Example: In English, accidence is an important aspect of understanding how words change form to convey different meanings.

acclaim

IPA: /əˈkleɪm/

KK: /əˈkleɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To shout or express strong approval and praise for someone or something.

Example: The audience began to acclaim the performers after the stunning finale.

noun

Definition: Praise or approval that is given to someone or something, often in a public way.

Example: The author received widespread acclaim for her latest novel.

transitive verb

Definition: To publicly express strong approval or praise for someone or something.

Example: The critics acclaimed the new film as a masterpiece.

acclaimed

IPA: /əˈkleɪmd/

KK: /əˈkleɪmd/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is highly praised and respected by many people.

Example: The acclaimed author received numerous awards for her groundbreaking work.

verb

Definition: To be praised or recognized enthusiastically for achievements or qualities.

Example: The film was acclaimed by critics for its innovative storytelling.

acclimation

IPA: //əˌklaɪ.məˈteɪ.ʃən//

KK: /ˌæk.lɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adjusting to a new environment or situation, especially in terms of temperature, climate, or other conditions.

Example: The acclimation of the plants to the new climate took several weeks.

acclimatization

IPA: /əˌklaɪməˈteɪʃən/

KK: /əˌklaɪməˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process by which a living thing adjusts to new environmental conditions, like changes in temperature, light, or altitude.

Example: The acclimatization process is essential for athletes training at high altitudes.

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