Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Describing something that is producing spores, which are tiny reproductive cells in certain plants, fungi, and bacteria.

Example: The sporulating fungi released clouds of spores into the air.

Definition: The process of producing spores, which are reproductive cells that can develop into new organisms.

Example: The fungi are sporulating, releasing spores into the air.

Definition: The process by which certain bacteria and fungi produce spores, which are small, reproductive cells that can develop into new organisms.

Example: The sporulation of the bacteria allowed them to survive in harsh conditions.

Definition: Not genuine or authentic; false or misleading in nature or appearance.

Example: The scientist dismissed the spurious claims made by the company about their product's effectiveness.

Definition: In a way that is not genuine or true; falsely or deceitfully.

Example: The report was spuriously presented as factual information.

Definition: The quality or state of being false or not genuine.

Example: The spuriousness of the claims made by the company raised concerns among consumers.

Definition: To reject something in a way that shows you think it is worthless or not good enough.

Example: She decided to spurn the offer because she felt it was not suitable for her.

Definition: A rejection or dismissal that shows contempt or disdain.

Example: His spurn of the offer surprised everyone at the meeting.

Definition: To reject something or someone with a feeling of disdain or contempt.

Example: She chose to spurn his offer, believing she could do better on her own.

Definition: Very dirty and unpleasant, often because of neglect or poverty. It can also describe something that is morally disgusting or corrupt.

Example: The squalid conditions in the abandoned building shocked the volunteers.

Definition: The condition of being very dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect.

Example: The squalidness of the abandoned building was evident from the outside, with broken windows and trash everywhere.

Definition: Relating to a specific part of the skull in many vertebrates, particularly the thin, flat section of the temporal bone.

Example: The squamosal bone plays an important role in the structure of the skull.

Definition: A type of bone located in the skull, specifically part of the temporal bone that forms the side of the skull.

Example: The squamosal bone is important for the structure of the skull.

Definition: Relating to or covered with scales; having a thin and flat appearance similar to scales.

Example: The squamous cells in the skin help protect against external damage.