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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

cosmopolitan

IPA: /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/

KK: /kɑzˈmɑpəˌtæn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a city or place that is diverse and has people from many different countries and cultures.

Example: New York is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, attracting people from all over the globe.

noun

Definition: A person who is familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures.

Example: She is a cosmopolitan who has lived in several countries around the world.

cosmopolitanism

IPA: /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtənɪzəm/

KK: /kɑzˈmɑpəˌtænɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The belief that all people, regardless of their nationality or culture, are part of a single community and should be treated equally.

Example: Cosmopolitanism encourages understanding and respect among different cultures.

cosmopolite

IPA: /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlaɪt/

KK: /kɑzˈmɑpəˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A person who is familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures.

Example: As a cosmopolite, she felt comfortable speaking multiple languages and enjoying diverse cuisines.

cosmopolitism

IPA: //ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtɪzəm//

KK: /kɑzˈmɑpəˌlɪtɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The state of being a cosmopolite, which means being familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures, often showing a lack of concern for local customs or traditions.

Example: Her cosmopolitism allowed her to adapt easily to life in various countries around the world.

cosponsor

IPA: /koʊˈspɒnsər/

KK: /koʊˈspɒnsər/

verb

Definition: To jointly support or sponsor an event, project, or initiative with another party.

Example: The two organizations decided to cosponsor the community festival this year.

cosset

IPA: /ˈkɒs.ɪt/

KK: /kɑsɪt/

verb

Definition: To treat someone with excessive care and attention, often in a way that makes them overly dependent or spoiled.

Example: She decided to cosset her new puppy with soft blankets and plenty of toys.

costive

IPA: /ˈkɒstɪv/

KK: /ˈkɑːstɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition that causes difficulty in passing stools or is characterized by infrequent bowel movements. It can also refer to someone who is slow or reluctant to spend money.

Example: After eating too much cheese, he felt costive and uncomfortable.

costiveness

IPA: /ˈkɒstɪv.nəs/

KK: /ˈkɔːtɪvəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of having difficulty in passing stools or being constipated.

Example: After eating too much cheese, she experienced costiveness and discomfort.

costliness

IPA: /ˈkɔːstlinəs/

KK: /ˈkɔstlɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being expensive or having a high price.

Example: The costliness of the new smartphone made many people reconsider their purchase.

coterminously

IPA: /kəʊˈtɜːmɪnəsli/

KK: /kəʊˈtɜːrmɪnəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shares the same boundaries or limits with something else.

Example: The two projects were developed coterminously, ensuring they complemented each other perfectly.

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