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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

adsorbable

IPA: /ædˈsɔːr.bə.bəl/

KK: /ædˈsɔːr.bə.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being attracted and held on a surface, usually referring to substances that can stick to other materials.

Example: The material is adsorbable, making it suitable for various filtration applications.

adsorbate

IPA: /ˈæd.sɔːr.beɪt/

KK: /ædˈsɔːrbeɪt/

noun

Definition: A substance that is attracted to and holds onto the surface of another material.

Example: The adsorbate formed a thin layer on the surface of the catalyst.

adsorbent

IPA: /ædˈsɔːrbənt/

KK: /ædˈsɔrbənt/

adjective

Definition: Able to attract and hold molecules or particles on its surface.

Example: The adsorbent material effectively captured the pollutants from the water.

noun

Definition: A material that can attract and hold other substances on its surface, often used in processes like filtration or purification.

Example: Activated charcoal is a common adsorbent used in water purification.

adsorber

IPA: /ædˈsɔːrbər/

KK: /ædˈsɔrbər/

noun

Definition: A material that collects and holds particles or molecules on its surface, often used to capture gases or liquids.

Example: The adsorber effectively captured the pollutants from the air.

adsorption

IPA: /ædˈsɔːrpʃən/

KK: /ædˈsɔrpʃən/

noun

Definition: The process where gases, liquids, or substances stick to the surface of a solid or liquid, forming a thin layer.

Example: Adsorption is a key process in water purification systems.

adsorptive

IPA: /ˌædˈsɔːrptɪv/

KK: /ædˈsɔrptɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process where molecules stick to a surface rather than being absorbed into it.

Example: The adsorptive properties of the material make it ideal for filtering impurities from water.

adulate

IPA: /ˈædʒ.ʊ.leɪt/

KK: /ˈædʒʊˌleɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To praise someone too much or in a way that seems insincere.

Example: The critics began to adulate the young artist after her first exhibition.

adulation

IPA: /ˌædʒʊˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ˌædʒʊˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: This word refers to a very high level of praise or admiration, often to the point of being excessive or insincere.

Example: The actor received much adulation from his fans after the successful premiere of his film.

adulatory

IPA: /ˌædʒʊˈleɪtəri/

KK: /ædʒʊˈleɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Describing behavior that is excessively flattering or praising someone, often to gain favor or approval.

Example: The adulatory remarks from the audience made the speaker feel uncomfortable.

adulterate

IPA: /əˈdʌltəˌreɪt/

KK: /əˈdʌltəˌreɪt/

adjective

Definition: Not pure or genuine; mixed with something inferior or of lower quality.

Example: The adulterate product was recalled due to safety concerns.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less pure or of lower quality by adding something that is not pure or is of lower quality.

Example: The company was accused of trying to adulterate its products to increase profits.

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