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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

candid

IPA: /ˈkændɪd/

KK: /ˈkændɪd/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is open, honest, and straightforward in expression, without any attempt to hide feelings or opinions.

Example: She gave a candid response during the interview, sharing her true thoughts.

noun

Definition: A type of photograph that is taken without posing the subjects, capturing them in a natural and spontaneous moment.

Example: The candid shot of the children playing in the park was my favorite from the event.

candidness

IPA: /ˈkændɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈkændɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in expression or communication.

Example: Her candidness during the interview impressed the hiring manager.

candour

IPA: //ˈkændər//

KK: /ˈkændər/

noun

Definition: The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness.

Example: Her candour during the meeting impressed everyone.

cankerous

IPA: /ˈkæŋkərəs/

KK: /ˈkæŋkərəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or causing sores or ulcers, often in a harmful or destructive way.

Example: The cankerous growth on the tree spread quickly, threatening the entire orchard.

cannibalise

IPA: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈkænɪbəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To use parts from one thing to repair or create another similar thing, or to consume the flesh of another person.

Example: In order to fix the broken device, they decided to cannibalise parts from an old one.

cannibalistic

IPA: /ˌkænɪbəˈlɪstɪk/

KK: /ˌkænəˈbɪlɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by the act of eating the flesh of one's own species.

Example: The documentary explored the cannibalistic practices of certain ancient tribes.

cannier

IPA: /ˈkæniər/

KK: /ˈkæn.i.ɚ/

adjective

Definition: More careful and shrewd in making decisions or judgments than others.

Example: She was cannier than her competitors, always finding the best deals.

cannula

IPA: /ˈkæn.jʊ.lə/

KK: /ˈkæn.jʊ.lə/

noun

Definition: A small, flexible tube used in medical procedures to enter a body cavity or vessel for draining fluids or delivering medications.

Example: The doctor used a cannula to administer the medication directly into the patient's bloodstream.

cannulate

IPA: /ˈkæn.jʊ.leɪt/

KK: /ˈkæn.jʊ.leɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a tubular or hollow shape.

Example: The cannulate structure allows for the passage of fluids.

transitive verb

Definition: To insert a thin tube into a body part, such as a vein or cavity, to allow for the flow of fluids or medication.

Example: The doctor will cannulate the patient to administer the medication directly into the bloodstream.

canon

IPA: /ˈkænən/

KK: /ˈkænən/

noun

Definition: A set of rules, principles, or standards that are accepted as a guide in a particular field, or a collection of important literary works.

Example: Many consider Shakespeare's plays to be part of the literary canon.

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