Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A brief and descriptive piece of writing or a short scene that captures a moment or idea, often used in literature or film.

Example: The author included a beautiful vignette at the beginning of the chapter to set the mood.

Definition: To describe something briefly or to create a soft border around an image.

Example: The author decided to vignette the main character's backstory in just a few paragraphs.

Definition: The state of being strong, active, and full of energy.

Example: Her vigorousness in pursuing her goals inspired everyone around her.

Definition: The most unpleasant or morally bad; extremely offensive or disgusting.

Example: His actions were the vilest I had ever witnessed.

Definition: The act of speaking or writing about someone in a way that damages their reputation, often through false or malicious statements.

Example: The vilification of the politician by the media led to a significant drop in public support.

Definition: To speak about someone or something in a very negative and critical way, often to damage their reputation.

Example: The article vilified the politician, making it hard for him to regain public trust.

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a villain; often associated with wickedness or evil actions.

Example: The villainous character in the movie plotted to take over the world.

Definition: In a way that shows evil or wicked behavior, like a villain.

Example: The character in the movie acted villainously, plotting against the hero.

Definition: The quality of being evil or morally bad; the state of engaging in wicked actions.

Example: The villainousness of his actions shocked everyone in the community.

Definition: Having a surface that is covered with soft, hair-like structures or projections, often found in biological contexts.

Example: The villous surface of the plant helps it absorb more moisture from the air.

Definition: A small, finger-like projection found in certain tissues, especially in the intestines and in the placenta of mammals, that helps with absorption or attachment.

Example: The villi in the small intestine increase the surface area for nutrient absorption.