Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Attractive or charming in a way that is innocent or childlike.

Example: The winsome puppy captured everyone's heart with its playful antics.

Definition: In a charming or attractive way that makes people like you.

Example: She smiled winsomely at everyone she met, making friends easily.

Definition: The quality of being charming, attractive, or pleasing in a way that draws others in.

Example: Her winsomeness made her the center of attention at the party.

Definition: The most knowledgeable or sensible in making decisions or judgments.

Example: She is the wiseliest person I know, always giving the best advice.

Definition: The quality or state of having good judgment and knowledge; the ability to make wise decisions.

Example: Her wiseness helped the team navigate through difficult challenges.

Definition: A feeling of sadness or longing for something that is lost or unattainable.

Example: She looked out the window with a sense of wistfulness, remembering her childhood days.

Definition: In a way that shows strong disapproval or criticism, often causing someone to feel ashamed or diminished.

Example: She looked at him witheringly after he made the rude comment.

Definition: Not given or shared; kept back from someone or something.

Example: The information was withheld from the public for security reasons.

Definition: To keep something back or not allow it to be given or shared.

Example: The teacher withheld the test results until all students had completed the exam.

Definition: To keep something back or not give it to someone.

Example: She decided to withhold her opinion until the meeting was over.

Definition: To hold back or not give something that is expected or needed.

Example: The teacher decided to withhold the test results until all students had completed the exam.

Definition: Not having intelligence or good sense; foolish or silly.

Example: His witless remarks made everyone in the room uncomfortable.