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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

stature

IPA: /ˈstætʃər/

KK: /ˈstætʃər/

noun

Definition: The height of a person or animal when standing up, or the level of respect or importance someone has achieved.

Example: Her stature as a leader in the community grew over the years.

statutable

IPA: //ˈstætʃʊtəbl//

KK: /ˈstætʃʊtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to laws that are formally written and enacted by a legislative body.

Example: The new regulations are statutable and must be followed by all citizens.

statute

IPA: /ˈstætʃuːt/

KK: /ˈstætʃuːt/

noun

Definition: A written law passed by a legislative body or governing authority.

Example: The new statute requires all businesses to follow stricter environmental regulations.

statutorily

IPA: //stəˈtʃʊtərɪli//

KK: /stəˈtʃʊtərɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is required or allowed by law.

Example: The company must operate statutorily to comply with regulations.

statutory

IPA: /ˈstætʃəˌtɔri/

KK: /ˈstætʃəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Related to laws or regulations that are formally written and enacted by a legislative body.

Example: The company must comply with statutory requirements to operate legally.

staunch

IPA: /stɔːntʃ/

KK: /stɔntʃ/

adjective

Definition: Firm and loyal in support or belief; not easily swayed or changed.

Example: She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection.

verb

Definition: To stop or restrict the flow of something, especially blood or a liquid.

Example: The nurse worked quickly to staunch the bleeding from the wound.

staunchest

IPA: /ˈstɔːnʧɪst/

KK: /stɔntʃɪst/

adjective

Definition: Most loyal or committed to a cause, belief, or person.

Example: She is known as the staunchest supporter of the local charity.

stave

IPA: /steɪv/

KK: /steɪv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be or become crushed in or as if in a container.

Example: The ship began to stave as it took on water during the storm.

noun

Definition: A narrow piece of wood that is used to make the sides of barrels or similar containers.

Example: The carpenter carefully selected the staves to build the new barrel.

transitive verb

Definition: To break or puncture something, especially a container or vessel, often causing it to leak or collapse.

Example: He used a sharp tool to stave in the side of the barrel.

steadfast

IPA: /ˈstɛd.fæst/

KK: /ˈstɛdˌfæst/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is loyal, constant, and not likely to change. It means being firm in beliefs or determination.

Example: She remained steadfast in her support for the project, even when others doubted it.

steadfastly

IPA: /ˈstɛd.fæst.li/

KK: /ˈstɛdˌfæstli/

adverb

Definition: In a firm and unwavering way; showing strong determination and loyalty.

Example: She steadfastly supported her friend during difficult times.

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