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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

decimate

IPA: /ˈdɛsɪˌmeɪt/

KK: /ˈdɛsɪˌmeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To destroy or kill a large number of something, often referring to a group or population.

Example: The wildfire decimated the forest, leaving behind charred trees and ash.

decimation

IPA: /ˈdɛsɪˌmeɪʃən/

KK: /ˈdɛsɪˌmeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of killing or destroying a large part of a group or population, often used in the context of war or disaster.

Example: The decimation of the local wildlife was a result of the pollution in the river.

decipher

IPA: /dɪˈsaɪfə/

KK: /dɪˈsaɪfər/

transitive verb

Definition: To change written or spoken messages that are in a secret code into normal language so that they can be understood.

Example: The spy was able to decipher the enemy's coded messages.

decipherer

IPA: /dɪˈsaɪfə/

KK: /dɪˈsaɪfər/

noun

Definition: A person who interprets or makes sense of something that is difficult to understand, such as codes or complex information.

Example: The decipherer worked tirelessly to decode the ancient manuscript.

decipherment

IPA: /dɪˈsaɪfərmənt/

KK: /dɪˈsaɪfərmənt/

noun

Definition: The process of figuring out or understanding something that is difficult to read or understand, especially when it involves translating or interpreting old or unknown languages.

Example: The decipherment of the ancient script took many years of study and research.

decisiveness

IPA: /dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/

KK: /dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to make decisions quickly and confidently.

Example: Her decisiveness in the meeting helped the team reach an agreement swiftly.

declaim

IPA: /dɪˈkleɪm/

KK: /dɪˈkleɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak or deliver a speech in a formal and often loud manner, usually to express strong feelings or opinions.

Example: The actor decided to declaim a famous speech from Shakespeare during the performance.

transitive verb

Definition: To speak or recite something in a formal and often loud manner, usually to express strong feelings or opinions.

Example: The actor decided to declaim a famous speech from the play during the performance.

declaimer

IPA: /dɪˈkleɪmər/

KK: /dɪˈkleɪmər/

noun

Definition: A person who speaks or delivers a speech in a formal and often dramatic way.

Example: The declaimer captivated the audience with his powerful delivery.

declamation

IPA: /dɪˌklæməˈʃən/

KK: /dɪˈklæməˌʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal speech or recitation that is often delivered with strong emotion or passion, usually as a practice in public speaking or rhetoric.

Example: The student impressed everyone with her declamation at the school competition.

declamatory

IPA: /dɪˈklæməˌtɔri/

KK: /dɪˈklæməˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Describing a style of speaking or writing that is dramatic and expressive, often used to impress or persuade an audience.

Example: The actor's declamatory performance captivated the audience and brought the speech to life.

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