Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Something that has been worn down or damaged over a long period of use, often appearing old or faded.

Example: The timeworn book had pages that were yellowed and fragile.

Definition: Feeling or showing fear or shyness; lacking confidence.

Example: The timorous child hesitated to speak in front of the class.

Definition: The quality of being fearful or shy; a tendency to be easily frightened or lacking in confidence.

Example: Her timorousness made it difficult for her to speak in front of large groups.

Definition: A musician who plays the timpani, which are large, kettle-shaped drums used in orchestras.

Example: The timpanist added a powerful rhythm to the symphony with his impressive skills.

Definition: Related to the processes of dyeing or coloring something.

Example: The artist used tinctorial techniques to create vibrant colors in her paintings.

Definition: A liquid solution that contains a substance dissolved in alcohol, often used for medicinal purposes, or a slight trace of a quality or color.

Example: The herbal tincture was used to help with digestion.

Definition: To add a small amount of color or quality to something, often by mixing it in.

Example: The artist decided to tincture the paint with a hint of blue to create a unique shade.

Definition: Relating to the tissues of an organism, which are groups of cells that work together to perform specific functions.

Example: The tissular structure of the plant allows it to transport nutrients effectively.

Definition: In a way that is extremely large, powerful, or significant.

Example: The project was titanic in scope, requiring immense resources and time to complete.

Definition: This word describes something that contains or produces titanium, a strong metal used in various industries.

Example: The geologist discovered a titaniferous rock that could be mined for titanium.

Definition: The amount of a substance in a solution, often measured to determine its strength or concentration through a process called titration.

Example: The scientist measured the titer of the solution to ensure it was strong enough for the experiment.