Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A legal decision that someone is not guilty of a crime, meaning they are cleared of the charges against them.

Example: The jury's acquittal of the defendant surprised many in the courtroom.

Definition: A document that shows someone has paid a debt or fulfilled an obligation, confirming that they no longer owe anything.

Example: He received an acquittance after settling his debts.

Definition: A person who frees someone from blame or responsibility, especially in a legal context.

Example: The acquitter was praised for their fair judgment in the case.

Definition: A chemical substance derived from coal tar that has a strong, unpleasant smell. It is used to make dyes and synthetic materials.

Example: Acridine is often used in the production of various dyes and pharmaceuticals.

Definition: A strong and unpleasant taste or smell that can be sharp or biting.

Example: The acridity of the smoke made it difficult to breathe.

Definition: This word describes a situation or conversation that is filled with anger and bitterness, often involving harsh or sharp words.

Example: The acrimonious debate between the two candidates left the audience feeling uneasy.

Definition: In a way that is angry and bitter, often involving harsh words or feelings.

Example: The debate ended acrimoniously, with both sides refusing to back down.

Definition: A strong feeling of anger and bitterness, often shown in the way someone speaks or behaves.

Example: The acrimony between the two politicians was evident during the debate.

Definition: This term describes a type of chromosome where the central part, called the centromere, is positioned close to one end. This results in one side of the chromosome being significantly longer than the other.

Example: In acrocentric chromosomes, the centromere is positioned close to one end, resulting in one long arm and one short arm.

Definition: A type of language that is the most formal and closest to the standard version of a language, especially in places where a creole language is also spoken.

Example: In Jamaican society, Standard Jamaican English is considered the acrolect compared to the local creole.