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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

beguilement

IPA: /bɪˈɡaɪlmənt/

KK: /bɪˈɡaɪlmənt/

noun

Definition: The state of being deceived or charmed by someone or something, often in a way that is misleading or enchanting.

Example: The beguilement of the magician left the audience in awe.

beguiling

IPA: /bɪˈɡaɪlɪŋ/

KK: /bɪˈɡaɪlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Charming or enchanting, often in a deceptive way.

Example: The beguiling melody captured everyone's attention at the concert.

noun

Definition: A charming or enchanting quality that can attract or deceive someone.

Example: The beguiling beauty of the sunset captivated everyone at the beach.

verb

Definition: To charm or enchant someone, often in a deceptive way.

Example: The magician's performance was so beguiling that the audience was completely captivated.

beguilingly

IPA: /bɪˈɡaɪlɪŋli/

KK: /bɪˈɡaɪlɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is charming or attractive, often in a deceptive manner.

Example: She spoke beguilingly, drawing everyone into her story.

behaviorism

IPA: /bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪzəm/

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A branch of psychology that focuses only on observable actions and behaviors, ignoring thoughts and feelings.

Example: Behaviorism emphasizes the importance of studying how people act in response to different situations.

behavioristic

IPA: //bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪstɪk//

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjəˌrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a psychological approach that focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental states.

Example: The behavioristic approach emphasizes the importance of environmental factors in shaping behavior.

behaviourism

IPA: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

KK: /bɪˈheɪvjərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A theory in psychology that studies how people's actions are influenced by their environment, without considering their thoughts or feelings as important.

Example: Behaviourism has played a significant role in the development of psychological research methods.

behest

IPA: /bɪˈhɛst/

KK: /bɪˈhɛst/

noun

Definition: A strong request or command that someone gives to another person, often with authority.

Example: She acted at the behest of her manager to complete the project on time.

behoove

IPA: /bɪˈhuːv/

KK: /bɪˈhuːv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be necessary or appropriate for someone to do something.

Example: It would behoove you to study for the exam if you want to pass.

transitive verb

Definition: To be necessary or appropriate for someone to do something.

Example: It behooves you to study hard if you want to pass the exam.

belabour

IPA: /bɪˈleɪbər/

KK: /bɪˈleɪbər/

verb

Definition: To explain or discuss something in excessive detail or to criticize someone repeatedly.

Example: He tends to belabour his point during meetings, making it hard for others to contribute.

beleaguer

IPA: /bɪˈliːɡər/

KK: /bɪˈliːɡər/

transitive verb

Definition: To trouble or annoy someone repeatedly; to surround or besiege a place with troops.

Example: The town was beleaguered by enemy forces for several weeks.

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