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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

utopism

IPA: /juˈtoʊpɪzəm/

KK: /juˈtoʊpɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The belief in or pursuit of a perfect society where everything is ideal and harmonious.

Example: Many philosophers have explored the concept of utopism in their writings.

utopist

IPA: /juˈtoʊpɪst/

KK: /juˈtoʊpɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes in or advocates for a perfect society where everything is ideal and everyone is happy.

Example: The utopist shared their vision of a world without poverty or conflict.

utricle

IPA: /ˈjuːtrɪkəl/

KK: /ˈjuːtrɪkəl/

noun

Definition: A small sac or pouch found in the inner ear, prostate gland, or in certain plants, often serving a specific function related to balance or reproduction.

Example: The utricle plays a crucial role in helping us maintain our balance by detecting changes in head position.

utterable

IPA: /ˈʌtərəbl/

KK: /ˈʌtərəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be expressed or spoken in words.

Example: The feelings she had were not easily utterable in front of others.

utterance

IPA: /ˈʌtərəns/

KK: /ˈʌtərəns/

noun

Definition: A spoken statement or expression made by someone.

Example: Her utterance during the meeting surprised everyone.

uttermost

IPA: /ˈʌtərmoʊst/

KK: /ˈʌtərˌmoʊst/

adjective

Definition: The farthest or most extreme point or position; the greatest degree or amount of something.

Example: She gave her uttermost effort to complete the project on time.

noun

Definition: The greatest amount or degree that can be reached; the highest limit.

Example: She gave her uttermost effort to complete the project on time.

vacillate

IPA: //ˈvæsɪleɪt//

KK: /ˈvæsɪˌleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move back and forth between different opinions or actions without making a firm decision.

Example: She tends to vacillate between going to the party and staying home to study.

vacillating

IPA: //ˈvæsɪleɪtɪŋ//

KK: /væsɪleɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who is indecisive or unable to make a firm choice, often changing their mind frequently.

Example: Her vacillating opinions made it difficult for the team to reach a consensus.

verb

Definition: To be indecisive or to waver between different opinions or actions.

Example: She was vacillating between accepting the job offer and staying at her current position.

vacillatingly

IPA: /ˈvæsɪˌleɪtɪŋli/

KK: /væsəˌleɪtɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows uncertainty or indecision, often changing one's mind or opinion.

Example: She spoke vacillatingly, unsure of which option to choose.

vacillation

IPA: /ˌvækɪˈleɪʃən/

KK: /vækəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of being indecisive or wavering between different choices or opinions.

Example: Her vacillation on the decision made it difficult for the team to move forward.

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