Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The area of science that focuses on studying mollusks and their shells.

Example: She is studying conchology to learn more about different types of shells.

Definition: Related to a council or a group of people who come together to make decisions.

Example: The conciliar decisions were important for the future of the community.

Definition: To try to make someone less angry or hostile, or to bring people together after a disagreement.

Example: She tried to conciliate her friends after their argument by apologizing and offering to help.

Definition: The act of resolving a disagreement or conflict by bringing about peace and understanding between the parties involved.

Example: The two countries reached a conciliation after months of negotiations.

Definition: Intended to make peace or resolve differences between people.

Example: The conciliative approach helped to ease tensions between the two groups.

Definition: Willing to make peace or compromise in order to resolve a disagreement or conflict.

Example: Her conciliatory tone helped to ease the tension in the room.

Definition: This word describes something that is clear and leaves no doubt, often providing a final answer or decision.

Example: The evidence presented in court was conclusive, proving the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Definition: The quality of being able to settle a matter or provide a definite answer.

Example: The conclusiveness of the evidence led to a quick decision in the case.

Definition: Relating to a conclusion or assertion that lacks supporting evidence or justification.

Example: The judge dismissed the case due to the conclusory statements made by the plaintiff.

Definition: The state of existing or occurring together with something else, often in a related or connected way.

Example: The study examined the concomitance of various health factors in the population.