Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A person who rules or has control over the sea or maritime territories.

Example: The ancient thalassocrat commanded a powerful navy that dominated the waters.

Definition: A medication that was once used to help people sleep but was taken off the market because it caused serious birth defects when pregnant women took it. It is now sometimes used to treat leprosy.

Example: Thalidomide was banned in many countries due to its harmful effects on unborn babies.

Definition: Relating to or containing a chemical element called thallium, particularly in its trivalent form.

Example: The thallic compounds are used in various industrial applications.

Definition: A soft, silvery-white metal that is highly toxic and used in various applications like photocells and infrared detectors. It is found in small amounts in certain ores and has a chemical symbol of Tl.

Example: Thallium is often used in the production of low-melting glass and in some electronic devices.

Definition: Related to the study of death and the practices associated with it.

Example: The thanatological perspective offers insights into how different cultures understand and cope with death.

Definition: A person who studies death and the processes related to it.

Example: The thanatologist conducted research on the psychological effects of grief.

Definition: The study of death and the processes related to dying, including the psychological and social aspects involved.

Example: Thanatology helps us understand how people cope with the loss of loved ones.

Definition: Relating to drama or the theater, often characterized by exaggerated emotions or actions.

Example: Her performance was so theatrical that it captivated the entire audience.

Definition: A style or manner of acting that is exaggerated and dramatic, often used in performances or behaviors that seek to attract attention.

Example: Her theatrical performance captivated the audience and left them in awe.

Definition: A style or manner that is dramatic and showy, often used in performances or presentations.

Example: The actor's performance was full of theatricalism, captivating the audience with every gesture.

Definition: The quality of being dramatic or exaggerated in behavior, often seen in performances or acting.

Example: The actor's theatricality captivated the audience during the play.