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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

univalent

IPA: /juːˈveɪlənt/

KK: /juːˈneɪvənt/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a chemical or genetic characteristic where there is only one valence or a chromosome that is not paired with its homologous counterpart.

Example: In certain genetic studies, researchers observed the behavior of univalent chromosomes during cell division.

noun

Definition: A type of chromosome that does not have a paired counterpart during cell division.

Example: In certain genetic studies, researchers observed the behavior of univalents during meiosis.

univariate

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɛəraɪt/

KK: /ˈjunəˌverət/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving only one variable in a mathematical or statistical context.

Example: In a univariate analysis, we examine the relationship of a single variable with the outcome.

noun

Definition: A type of polynomial or function that involves only one variable.

Example: In statistics, a univariate analysis focuses on a single variable to understand its distribution and characteristics.

universal

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsl/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affecting all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable to all situations or conditions.

Example: The universal language of music can bring people together from different cultures.

noun

Definition: A general idea or concept that applies to all people or things in a particular category.

Example: The concept of justice is often seen as a universal that transcends cultures.

universalism

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəlɪzəm/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The idea or belief that something applies to all people or things, often related to concepts of universality in knowledge, salvation, or philosophy.

Example: Universalism promotes the belief that all individuals will ultimately be saved, regardless of their beliefs or actions.

universalist

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəlɪst/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəlɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affecting all people or things in the world or in a particular group.

Example: The universalist approach aims to include everyone, regardless of their background.

noun

Definition: A person who supports the idea that all people and religions are connected and should be treated equally.

Example: As a universalist, she believes in the importance of understanding and respecting all cultures and beliefs.

universalistic

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəˌlɪstɪk/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəˌlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affecting all people or things; having a character or scope that is universal.

Example: The universalistic approach aims to include diverse perspectives in its framework.

universality

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəlɪti/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being applicable to all cases or instances; the idea that something is true or valid everywhere and for everyone.

Example: The universality of human rights is recognized in many countries around the world.

universalize

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəlaɪz/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something applicable or relevant to all cases or instances; to generalize.

Example: The scientist aimed to universalize the findings of her research so that they could be applied globally.

universalness

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl.nəs/

KK: /junɪˈvɜrsəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being applicable to all cases or situations; the idea that something is true or valid everywhere.

Example: The universalness of the principle makes it relevant in many different cultures.

univocal

IPA: /juˈnɪvəkəl/

KK: /juˈnɪvəkəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that has a single, clear meaning without any ambiguity.

Example: The instructions were univocal, leaving no room for misunderstanding.

noun

Definition: A term that has only one clear meaning and does not have multiple interpretations.

Example: In logic, a univocal term is essential for clear communication.

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