Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Referring to something that is subject to punishment or approval by an authority.

Example: The company faced serious consequences for its sanctionable actions.

Definition: The quality of being holy or sacred, often associated with something that is respected and valued highly.

Example: Many cultures place great importance on the sanctity of life.

Definition: A private or sacred place where a person can feel safe and free from outside interference.

Example: The artist retreated to his sanctum to find inspiration for his next painting.

Definition: The ability to remain calm and composed, especially in difficult or stressful situations.

Example: Despite the chaos around her, she maintained her sangfroid and handled the situation with grace.

Definition: Relating to or marked by bloodshed; often used to describe something that is violent or bloodthirsty.

Example: The sanguinary battle left many soldiers wounded and the ground soaked in blood.

Definition: Cheerful and confident, often showing a positive outlook on life.

Example: Despite the challenges, she remained sanguine about the future.

Definition: A moderate to strong red color, often associated with blood.

Example: The artist chose a sanguine shade for the sunset in his painting.

Definition: In a way that is optimistic or hopeful, especially in a difficult situation.

Example: Despite the challenges ahead, she approached the project sanguinely, believing everything would turn out well.

Definition: Describing something that is blood-red in color or related to blood.

Example: The artist used a sanguineous hue to depict the dramatic scene.

Definition: The quality of being cheerful and optimistic, especially in difficult situations.

Example: Her sanguinity helped the team stay positive during tough times.

Definition: A colorless, crystalline substance derived from certain plants, particularly wormwood, that is used to kill parasites in the body.

Example: The doctor prescribed santonin to treat the patient's intestinal worms.