Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The quality of changing suddenly and unpredictably, often in mood or behavior.

Example: Her capriciousness made it difficult for her friends to know how she would react.

Definition: A protective protein layer that surrounds the genetic material of a virus.

Example: The capsid of the virus helps protect its genetic information from the environment.

Definition: A capsomer is a protein subunit that makes up the capsid of a virus, which is the protective outer shell that encases the viral genetic material.

Example: The virus's capsomers assemble to form a protective shell around its genetic material.

Definition: A stone placed at the top of a structure, often symbolizing completion, or a significant achievement that represents the highest point of success.

Example: The university's new building was the capstone of their expansion project.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a capsule, which is a small container or structure that encloses something.

Example: The capsular structure of the cell helps protect its contents.

Definition: Describing something that is enclosed in or shaped like a capsule.

Example: The medication comes in a capsulate form for easier swallowing.

Definition: Describing seeds or spores that are contained within a protective outer layer or capsule.

Example: The scientist studied the capsulated seeds to understand their growth patterns.

Definition: To summarize or condense information into a brief form, often for easier understanding or communication.

Example: The teacher asked the students to capsulize the main points of the lesson in their notes.

Definition: Tending to find fault or criticize trivial matters, often in a way that is intended to confuse or entrap someone in an argument.

Example: The captious remarks from the critic made it difficult for the artist to feel appreciated.

Definition: In a way that is likely to find fault or criticize, often unnecessarily.

Example: She spoke captiously, pointing out every small mistake in the report.