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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

volumise

IPA: /ˈvɒl.jʊ.maɪz/

KK: /ˈvɑːl.jə.maɪz/

verb

Definition: To make something larger in volume or size, often used in the context of hair or other materials.

Example: She used a special product to volumise her hair for the party.

voluntariness

IPA: /ˌvɒlənˈtɛrɪnəs/

KK: /vɑlˈʌntərɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of doing something by choice or free will, rather than being forced to do it.

Example: The voluntariness of her decision made it more meaningful to her.

voluntarism

IPA: /ˌvɒlənˈtɛrɪzəm/

KK: /vɑlənˈtɛrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or theory that emphasizes the importance of individual will and voluntary actions in shaping decisions and outcomes.

Example: Voluntarism encourages people to take initiative and act on their own beliefs and values.

voluntarist

IPA: /ˈvɒlənˌtɛrɪst/

KK: /vɑlənˈtɛrɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports the idea that individuals should have the freedom to make their own choices and decisions, especially in social and political contexts.

Example: As a voluntarist, she believes that all actions should be voluntary and consensual.

voluntaristic

IPA: /ˌvɒlənˈtɛrɪstɪk/

KK: /vɑlənˈtɛrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the belief that individuals have the power to make choices and take actions based on their own will.

Example: The voluntaristic approach emphasizes personal responsibility in decision-making.

voluptuary

IPA: /vəˈlʌp.tʃuː.ər.i/

KK: /vəˈlʌp.tʃuː.ər.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or focused on luxury and sensual enjoyment.

Example: The voluptuary lifestyle is often associated with indulgence and excess.

noun

Definition: A person who is very focused on enjoying luxury and sensual pleasures in life.

Example: The party was filled with voluptuaries indulging in fine food and extravagant entertainment.

voluptuous

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

KK: /vəlˈʌptʃuəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by a strong enjoyment of physical pleasure, especially in terms of beauty or sensuality.

Example: The artist created a voluptuous sculpture that captivated everyone who saw it.

voluptuously

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəsli/

KK: /vəlˈʌptʃuəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is full of pleasure and enjoyment, often related to physical sensations or beauty.

Example: She moved voluptuously across the dance floor, captivating everyone with her grace.

voluptuousness

IPA: /vəˈlʌptʃuəsnəs/

KK: /vəˈlʌptʃuəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very attractive in a sexual way, often related to physical beauty and sensual pleasure.

Example: The painting captured the voluptuousness of the model, highlighting her curves and grace.

voluted

IPA: /vəˈluːtɪd/

KK: /vəˈluːtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a spiral or twisted shape, often used to describe something that is complex or intricate.

Example: The artist created a voluted design that captivated everyone who saw it.

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