Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The quality of being very tasty or enjoyable, especially in food.

Example: The delectability of the dessert made it the highlight of the meal.

Definition: A feeling of great pleasure or delight, often related to enjoyment of food or experiences.

Example: The dessert was made for the delectation of the guests at the dinner party.

Definition: The process of taking away the accepted status or authority of something, making it no longer considered valid or legitimate.

Example: The delegitimation of the previous government led to widespread protests.

Definition: To make something no longer recognized as valid or legitimate, often by removing its official status or authority.

Example: The new evidence could delegitimize the previous claims made by the organization.

Definition: Having a harmful effect or causing damage, often in a way that is not immediately obvious.

Example: The chemicals in the water were found to have deleterious effects on the local fish population.

Definition: In a way that causes harm or damage.

Example: The chemicals were released into the water, deleteriously affecting the local wildlife.

Definition: The quality or state of causing harm or damage.

Example: The deleteriousness of pollution is a major concern for environmentalists.

Definition: Done intentionally and with careful thought; not done by accident or in a hurry.

Example: She made a deliberate choice to change her career path.

Definition: To think about something carefully and consider all options before making a decision.

Example: They need to deliberate before deciding on the best course of action.

Definition: To think about something carefully and in detail, often before making a decision.

Example: The committee will deliberate on the proposal before making a final decision.

Definition: The quality of being intentional and careful in making decisions or actions.

Example: Her deliberateness in planning the event ensured that everything went smoothly.

Definition: The process of discussing and thinking carefully about something before making a decision.

Example: After much deliberation, the committee finally reached a conclusion.