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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

athenaeum

IPA: /əˈθiːniːəm/

KK: /əˈθiːniːəm/

noun

Definition: A place or institution where people can read books, magazines, and other printed materials, often promoting learning and knowledge.

Example: The local athenaeum offers a wide range of resources for students and researchers.

atheneum

IPA: //ˌæθəˈniːəm//

KK: /æθəˈniːəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people can read books, magazines, and newspapers, often associated with learning or literature.

Example: The local atheneum offers a wide range of resources for students and researchers.

atheoretical

IPA: //eɪθiˈɔːrɪkəl//

KK: /ˌeɪθiˈɔrɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Not connected to or based on any theory or theoretical ideas.

Example: The research was atheoretical, focusing solely on practical applications without any theoretical framework.

atherogenesis

IPA: /ˌæθəroʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

KK: /ˌæθəroʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process of forming fatty deposits in the arteries, which can lead to heart disease.

Example: Atherogenesis is a key factor in the development of cardiovascular diseases.

atherogenic

IPA: /ˌæθəroʊˈdʒɛnɪk/

KK: /ˌæθəroʊˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the formation of fatty deposits in the arteries, which can lead to heart disease.

Example: A diet high in saturated fats can be atherogenic and increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.

atheromatous

IPA: /ˌæθəˈroʊmətəs/

KK: /ˌæθəˈroʊmətəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by the presence of fatty deposits in the arteries.

Example: The doctor explained that an atheromatous condition can lead to serious heart problems.

atherosclerotic

IPA: /ˌæθəroʊskləˈrɒtɪk/

KK: /ˌæθəroʊskləˈrɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where the arteries become thick and stiff due to the buildup of fatty deposits, which can lead to heart problems.

Example: The doctor explained that atherosclerotic changes in the arteries can increase the risk of heart disease.

atomic

IPA: /əˈtɒmɪk/

KK: /əˈtɑːmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to atoms or nuclear energy; very small in size.

Example: The scientist explained the principles of atomic energy during the lecture.

atomically

IPA: /əˈtɒmɪkli/

KK: /əˈtɑːmɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to atoms or atomic structure.

Example: The scientists studied the material atomically to understand its properties better.

atomise

IPA: /ˈætəmaɪz/

KK: /ˈætəˌmaɪz/

verb

Definition: To break something down into very small parts or particles.

Example: The scientist decided to atomise the liquid to study its components more closely.

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