Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The main range of notes in a piece of music or a voice, where most of the sounds are found.

Example: The tessitura of the song makes it easier for the singer to perform.

Definition: A document or statement that shows a person's beliefs, intentions, or evidence of something; often refers to a legal document that states how a person's property should be distributed after their death.

Example: Her will is a testament to her love for her family.

Definition: Related to a legal document that states how a person's property should be distributed after their death.

Example: The lawyer explained the testamentary provisions of the will to the family.

Definition: Describing a person who has created a legal document outlining how their property and affairs should be handled after their death.

Example: The testate individual ensured that their wishes were clearly stated in the will.

Definition: A person who creates a will to specify how their property and affairs should be handled after they die.

Example: The testator clearly outlined their wishes in the will.

Definition: A breeding experiment used in genetics to find out the genetic makeup of an individual that shows a dominant trait by crossing it with a recessive individual.

Example: The scientist performed a testcross to determine whether the plant was homozygous or heterozygous for the trait.

Definition: To perform a specific type of genetic cross to determine the genotype of an organism by breeding it with a homozygous recessive individual.

Example: The scientist decided to testcross the plants to see if they carried the dominant trait.

Definition: A person who takes a test or examination.

Example: The testee was nervous before the final exam.

Definition: To make a statement about something, especially in a legal context, where someone declares what they know to be true, often under oath.

Example: The witness will testify in court about what they saw during the incident.

Definition: To give evidence or bear witness about something, often in a legal setting or to express a belief or opinion publicly.

Example: She was called to testify in court about what she saw during the accident.

Definition: A statement made by someone who has seen or experienced something, often given in a legal setting or as a declaration of belief.

Example: The witness provided important testimony during the trial.

Definition: Something that is difficult or challenging and requires a lot of effort or skill.

Example: The testing conditions of the exam made it hard for many students to succeed.

Definition: The action of trying something out to see if it works or to check its quality.

Example: The testing of the new software revealed several bugs that needed fixing.

Definition: To carry out a procedure to find out if something works correctly or to check its quality.

Example: The engineers are testing the new software to ensure it functions properly.