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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

senescence

IPA: /sɪˈnɛsəns/

KK: /səˈnɛsəns/

noun

Definition: The process of growing old or the condition of being old, often involving changes in cells and tissues over time.

Example: The senescence of the cells in the body can lead to various age-related diseases.

senescent

IPA: /sɪˈnɛsənt/

KK: /səˈnɛsənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is growing old or showing signs of aging.

Example: The senescent tree had fewer leaves than it did in its youth.

sensate

IPA: /ˈsɛnseɪt/

KK: /ˈsɛnseɪt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or capable of physical sensation or perception through the senses.

Example: The sensate experience of touching the soft fabric was delightful.

sensationalist

IPA: /sɛnˈseɪʃənəlɪst/

KK: /sɛnˈseɪʃənəlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that uses exaggerated or shocking details to attract attention, often sacrificing truth for excitement.

Example: The sensationalist news article focused more on drama than on the facts.

noun

Definition: A person who presents information or stories in a way that is designed to create strong feelings or excitement, often prioritizing attention over truth.

Example: The sensationalist media often exaggerates events to attract more viewers.

sensibility

IPA: /ˌsɛn.sɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /sɛn.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The ability to understand and respond to feelings, emotions, or impressions, often in a refined or sensitive way.

Example: Her artistic sensibility allows her to create beautiful and moving paintings.

sensibleness

IPA: /ˈsɛn.sə.bəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈsɛn.sə.bəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reasonable and practical in thinking or behavior.

Example: Her sensibleness in making decisions helped the team succeed.

sensitise

IPA: /ˈsɛnɪtaɪz/

KK: /ˈsɛnɪtaɪz/

verb

Definition: To make someone or something more aware of or responsive to certain feelings, situations, or stimuli.

Example: The training program aims to sensitise employees to the needs of their customers.

sensitising

IPA: /ˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zɪŋ/

KK: /sɛnsɪtaɪzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing someone or something to become sensitive or more aware of something.

Example: The sensitising agent in the cream helps to improve skin reactions.

verb

Definition: To make someone or something more aware of or responsive to certain feelings, situations, or stimuli.

Example: The training program is designed for sensitising employees to the needs of customers.

sensitive

IPA: /ˈsɛnsɪtɪv/

KK: /ˈsɛnsɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Easily affected by external factors or emotions; quick to respond to feelings or changes.

Example: She is very sensitive to criticism and often feels hurt by it.

noun

Definition: A person who is easily affected by emotions or external influences, often having heightened awareness or feelings.

Example: She is known to be a sensitive, caring individual who understands others' feelings.

sensitize

IPA: /ˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪz/

KK: /ˈsɛn səˌtaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become more aware or responsive to something, often leading to increased sensitivity.

Example: After the training, many participants began to sensitize to the needs of others.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone or something more aware of or responsive to certain feelings, situations, or stimuli.

Example: The training program aims to sensitize employees to the needs of their customers.

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