Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The process of making something less feminine or removing feminine characteristics.

Example: The defeminization of certain roles in society has led to a shift in gender perceptions.

Definition: A way to protect something or someone from harm or attack.

Example: The team worked hard on their defence to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

Definition: Able to be protected or justified against attack or criticism.

Example: The lawyer presented a defendable case in court.

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

Definition: A person who is accused in a court of law and must defend themselves against the charges.

Example: The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him.

Definition: The condition of being able to be defended or justified against criticism or attack.

Example: The defensibility of the argument was questioned during the debate.

Definition: Able to be protected or justified against criticism or attack.

Example: The lawyer presented a defensible case in court.

Definition: To delay making a decision or to submit to someone else's opinion or authority out of respect.

Example: She decided to defer her decision until she had more information.

Definition: To delay or put something off to a later time, or to give someone else the responsibility for making a decision.

Example: We decided to defer the meeting until next week.

Definition: A way of showing respect or submission to someone else's opinions or wishes, often because of their higher status or age.

Example: In deference to her experience, the team decided to follow her suggestions.

Definition: Showing respect and submission to someone else's opinions or wishes.

Example: He was always deferential to his elders, listening carefully to their advice.

Definition: Something that can be postponed or delayed to a later time.

Example: The meeting is deferrable to next week if necessary.