Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: In a way that relates to the arrangement or organization of parts within a whole.

Example: The building was designed structurally to withstand earthquakes.

Definition: A concept in social theory that explains how social structures are created and maintained through human actions and interactions.

Example: The concept of structuration helps us understand the relationship between individual actions and larger social systems.

Definition: A very toxic substance that comes from certain plants, used to kill pests and sometimes in medicine to stimulate the nervous system.

Example: Strychnine is often used in laboratories to study its effects on the nervous system.

Definition: The position or role of being a student, often associated with receiving education or training, and sometimes linked to financial support for studies.

Example: She was awarded a studentship to help fund her research at the university.

Definition: The quality of being very dedicated to studying and learning.

Example: Her studiousness helped her achieve top grades in all her classes.

Definition: To make someone or something seem foolish or ineffective, often by proving them wrong or showing their mistakes.

Example: The constant criticism from his peers began to stultify his confidence and creativity.

Definition: Causing someone to feel dull or unable to think clearly; making someone feel less intelligent or less active.

Example: The stultifying routine of the job made her feel unmotivated and bored.

Definition: A state of being very surprised or shocked, often to the point of being unable to think clearly.

Example: Her face showed a look of stupefaction when she heard the news.

Definition: To shock or surprise someone greatly, often to the point of being unable to think clearly.

Example: The magician's trick was so incredible that it stupefied the entire audience.

Definition: The quality or state of being extremely impressive or amazing.

Example: The stupendousness of the fireworks display left everyone in awe.