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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

astronomical

IPA: /ˌæstrəˈnɒmɪkəl/

KK: /æstrəˈnɑmɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to very large sizes or amounts, often used to describe something that is extremely great or immense.

Example: The costs of the project were astronomical, far exceeding our initial budget.

astronomically

IPA: /æstrəˈnɒmɪkli/

KK: /æstrəˈnɑmɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extremely large or significant, often used to describe quantities or distances that are vast.

Example: The costs of the project increased astronomically over the years.

astrophysical

IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪkəl/

KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the branch of astronomy that deals with the physical properties and behavior of celestial bodies and the universe.

Example: The astrophysical phenomena observed in distant galaxies can provide insights into the origins of the universe.

astrophysically

IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪkli/

KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the branch of science that deals with the physical properties and phenomena of celestial bodies and the universe.

Example: The stars are studied astrophysically to understand their formation and evolution.

astrophysicist

IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪsɪst/

KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪsɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the physical properties and behavior of celestial bodies and the universe.

Example: The astrophysicist presented her findings on black holes at the conference.

astrophysics

IPA: /ˌæstrəˈfɪzɪks/

KK: /æstrəˈfɪzɪks/

noun

Definition: The area of science that studies the physical properties and behavior of stars and other celestial bodies.

Example: Astrophysics helps us understand how stars are born, live, and die.

astute

IPA: /əˈstjuːt/

KK: /əˈstut/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to notice and understand things clearly, especially in a way that helps you make good decisions or judgments.

Example: She is an astute businesswoman who always knows how to make the right moves.

astutely

IPA: /əˈstjuːtli/

KK: /əˈstutli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows sharp intelligence and good judgment.

Example: She astutely observed the market trends before making her investment.

astuteness

IPA: /əˈstjuːtnəs/

KK: /əˈstutnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to notice and understand things clearly and quickly, often in a clever way.

Example: Her astuteness in business negotiations helped her secure a better deal.

asymmetric

IPA: /ˌæsɪˈmɛtrɪk/

KK: /ˌæsɪˈmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not having balance or symmetry; uneven in shape or arrangement.

Example: The artist created an asymmetric design that drew attention to one side of the canvas.

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