Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A surgical procedure that involves removing a part of the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for involuntary bodily functions.

Example: The doctor recommended a sympathectomy to help alleviate the patient's chronic pain.

Definition: Showing kindness and understanding towards someone else's feelings or situation.

Example: She gave him a sympathetic smile when he shared his troubles.

Definition: A person who shows understanding and compassion towards others' feelings or situations.

Example: She was a sympathetic friend who always listened to my problems.

Definition: To share the feelings or emotions of someone else, especially in times of sadness or difficulty.

Example: I can sympathise with her because I have been through a similar situation.

Definition: Relating to a type of treatment or drug that reduces or opposes the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic medication to help lower the patient's blood pressure.

Definition: A type of medication that reduces the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to help lower blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic to help manage her high blood pressure.

Definition: Relating to substances that produce effects similar to those caused by the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic drug to help relieve the patient's asthma symptoms.

Definition: A type of drug that mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to increase heart rate or blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic to help improve the patient's breathing during the asthma attack.

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles a symphony, often involving harmony and orchestration.

Example: The orchestra played symphonically, creating a rich and layered sound that filled the concert hall.

Definition: Having a pleasing and harmonious sound; in agreement or harmony with something else.

Example: The symphonious melodies of the orchestra filled the concert hall with beauty.

Definition: In a way that is harmonious or pleasing to the ear, often used to describe music or sounds that blend well together.

Example: The orchestra played symphoniously, creating a beautiful and harmonious sound.

Definition: Relating to a type of joint where two bones are connected by cartilage, allowing for limited movement.

Example: The symphyseal joint in the pelvis provides stability during walking.

Definition: A type of joint where two bones grow together, often found in the pelvis or jaw, allowing limited movement.

Example: The symphysis between the two pubic bones provides stability during walking.