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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

augur

IPA: /ˈɔːɡər/

KK: /ˈɔːɡər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be a sign or indication of something that may happen in the future.

Example: The clear skies augur a pleasant day ahead.

noun

Definition: A person who predicts the future or interprets signs and omens, often seen as a prophet or seer.

Example: The augur predicted a good harvest based on the signs he observed in the sky.

transitive verb

Definition: To predict something will happen in the future based on signs or omens; to indicate or suggest a future event.

Example: The dark clouds seem to augur a storm later today.

augural

IPA: /ɔˈɡjʊrəl/

KK: /ɔˈɡjʊrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a prophecy or prediction about the future.

Example: The augural signs were interpreted by the priest to forecast the outcome of the battle.

augurer

IPA: /ɔːˈɡjʊərər/

KK: /ɔːˈɡɜːrər/

noun

Definition: A person who predicts or foretells future events, often by interpreting signs or omens.

Example: The augurer interpreted the signs to predict the outcome of the battle.

augury

IPA: /ˈɔːɡəri/

KK: /ˈɔːɡəri/

noun

Definition: A sign or indication of what will happen in the future, often interpreted as an omen. It can also refer to the practice of predicting future events based on signs or omens.

Example: The ancient Romans believed that the augury of birds could predict the outcome of battles.

augustly

IPA: /ɔːˈɡʌstli/

KK: /ɔːˈɡʌstli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is impressive and dignified, often associated with royalty or greatness.

Example: The ceremony was conducted augustly, leaving everyone in awe of its grandeur.

aureate

IPA: /ˈɔːriət/

KK: /ˈɔːrɪət/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is golden in color or has a grand and elaborate style, often used in a way that sounds impressive or fancy.

Example: The poet's aureate language captivated the audience with its beauty and richness.

aureole

IPA: /ˈɔːriˌoʊl/

KK: /ˈɔːriˌoʊl/

noun

Definition: A circle of light or glow that appears around the head or body of a holy figure or deity, often seen as a halo. It can also refer to a similar light around other bright objects, like the sun.

Example: In many paintings, saints are depicted with an aureole to signify their holiness.

auric

IPA: /ˈɔːrɪk/

KK: /ˈɔrɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is related to or made of gold.

Example: The auric decorations in the palace shimmered beautifully in the sunlight.

auricular

IPA: /ɔːˈrɪkjʊlə/

KK: /ɔːˈrɪkjələr/

adjective

Definition: Related to the ear or the sense of hearing, or shaped like an ear.

Example: The doctor explained the auricular anatomy during the lecture.

auriculate

IPA: /ɔːˈrɪkjʊleɪt/

KK: /ɔːˈrɪkjʊlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or form that resembles an earlobe or ear.

Example: The plant has auriculate leaves that stand out in the garden.

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