Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Having a strong presence or influence that attracts attention or respect; often used to describe someone or something that is dominant or impressive in a particular situation.

Example: The commanding officer gave clear instructions to the troops.

Definition: Relating to honoring or remembering a person, place, or event.

Example: The city issued a commemorative coin to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Definition: An item or event that is created to honor or remember someone or something.

Example: The museum held a special exhibition featuring commemorative items from the war.

Definition: To express approval or praise for someone or something, often suggesting that they are worthy of attention or respect.

Example: The teacher commended the student for her excellent project.

Definition: Deserving praise or approval for good qualities or actions.

Example: Her commendable efforts in the community earned her an award.

Definition: A formal recognition or praise given to someone for their achievements or good work.

Example: She received a commendation for her outstanding performance in the project.

Definition: Describing something that praises or expresses approval.

Example: The commendatory remarks from the teacher encouraged the students to work harder.

Definition: Describing a type of relationship where one organism benefits while the other is not harmed or helped.

Example: The commensal bacteria in our gut help with digestion without affecting our health negatively.

Definition: A living thing that benefits from a relationship with another organism, where one gains an advantage and the other is not harmed.

Example: The clownfish is a commensal that lives among the tentacles of sea anemones, gaining protection without harming them.

Definition: Having a common measure or standard; able to be compared in terms of size, amount, or degree.

Example: The two projects are commensurable in terms of their costs and benefits.

Definition: In a way that can be compared or measured against something else; proportionately.

Example: The two projects were evaluated commensurably to ensure fairness in the assessment.

Definition: Equal in size, amount, or degree; matching or corresponding to something else.

Example: Her salary is commensurate with her experience and skills.