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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

delusionary

IPA: /dɪˈluːʒəˌnɛri/

KK: /dɪˈluːʒəˌnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by false beliefs or perceptions that are not based in reality.

Example: His delusionary thoughts made it difficult for him to see the truth.

delusive

IPA: /dɪˈluːsɪv/

KK: /dɪˈluːsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Something that is misleading or gives a false impression; it can create an illusion that is not real.

Example: His promises were delusive, leading many to believe in a future that would never come.

delusiveness

IPA: /dɪˈluːsɪvnəs/

KK: /dɪˈluːsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being misleading or deceptive, often causing someone to believe something that is not true.

Example: The delusiveness of the advertisement made many people buy the product, thinking it would solve all their problems.

delusory

IPA: /dɪˈluːzəri/

KK: /dɪˈluːzəri/

adjective

Definition: Tending to mislead or create false beliefs.

Example: His delusory hopes of winning the lottery kept him from making practical plans.

delve

IPA: /dɛlv/

KK: /dɛlv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To search deeply into a subject or to dig into something, often with great effort.

Example: She decided to delve into the history of her family.

transitive verb

Definition: To investigate or research deeply into a subject or topic.

Example: She decided to delve into the history of her family.

demagnetization

IPA: /ˌdiːˌmæɡnɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /dɛmˌæɡnətaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing the magnetic field from an object.

Example: The demagnetization of the metal was necessary to ensure it would not interfere with the electronic devices.

demagnetize

IPA: /dɪˈmæɡnəˌtaɪz/

KK: /dɪˈmæɡnəˌtaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To remove the magnetic properties from an object or material, making it no longer magnetic.

Example: The technician had to demagnetize the hard drive before disposing of it.

demagog

IPA: /ˈdɛm.əˌɡɒɡ/

KK: /ˈdɛm.əˌɡɔɡ/

noun

Definition: A person, often a political leader, who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.

Example: The politician was criticized for being a demagog, as he often stirred up emotions instead of discussing real issues.

demagogue

IPA: /ˈdɛm.əˌɡɒɡ/

KK: /ˈdɛm.əˌɡɔɡ/

noun

Definition: A person, often a political leader, who gains support by appealing to people's emotions and prejudices rather than using rational arguments.

Example: The politician was criticized for being a demagogue, as he often stirred up fear and anger among the crowd.

transitive verb

Definition: A leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.

Example: The politician was accused of trying to demagogue the issue to gain votes.

demandingness

IPA: /dɪˈmændɪŋnəs/

KK: /dɪˈmændɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of requiring a lot of effort, attention, or skill.

Example: Her demandingness as a coach pushed the team to improve their performance.

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