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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

beleaguered

IPA: /bɪˈliːɡərd/

KK: /bɪˈliːɡərd/

adjective

Definition: Experiencing a lot of problems or difficulties, often feeling overwhelmed or stressed.

Example: The beleaguered team struggled to meet their deadlines due to constant setbacks.

belie

IPA: /bɪˈlaɪ/

KK: /bɪˈlaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To show something to be false or to contradict it; to give a misleading impression of something.

Example: Her calm demeanor belies the anxiety she feels inside.

belittlement

IPA: /bɪˈlɪt(ə)lmənt/

KK: /bɪˈlɪtəlmənt/

noun

Definition: A situation where someone makes another person or thing seem less important or valuable.

Example: The constant belittlement from his peers affected his self-esteem.

belletrist

IPA: //ˈbɛl.ə.trɪst//

KK: /bɛlɛtrɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who writes literary works, especially those that are considered to be artistic or imaginative rather than purely informative.

Example: The belletrist captivated the audience with her beautifully crafted stories.

belletristic

IPA: /ˌbɛləˈtrɪstɪk/

KK: /bɛlɛˈtrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to literature that is written for artistic enjoyment rather than for practical or informational purposes.

Example: The author's belletristic style captivated readers with its beauty and elegance.

bellicose

IPA: /ˈbɛlɪˌkoʊs/

KK: /ˈbɛlɪˌkoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to be aggressive or to start fights; showing a readiness to engage in conflict.

Example: The bellicose leader often made threats against neighboring countries.

belligerence

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəns/

noun

Definition: A tendency to be hostile or aggressive, often associated with a willingness to engage in conflict or war.

Example: The country's belligerence made negotiations difficult and strained international relations.

belligerency

IPA: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ə.rən.si/

KK: /bəlˈɪdʒərənsi/

noun

Definition: The condition of being involved in a war or conflict, often characterized by aggressive behavior or hostility.

Example: The belligerency of the two nations led to a prolonged conflict that affected many lives.

belligerent

IPA: //bəˈlɪdʒərənt//

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərənt/

adjective

Definition: Having a tendency to be aggressive or ready to fight; showing hostility or combativeness.

Example: The belligerent dog barked loudly at anyone who approached its territory.

noun

Definition: A person or group that is aggressive or hostile, especially one involved in conflict or war.

Example: The belligerent nations refused to negotiate a peace treaty.

belligerently

IPA: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

KK: /bɪˈlɛdʒərəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows aggression or a willingness to fight.

Example: He spoke belligerently during the argument, making the situation more tense.

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