Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Describing something that shows contrast or opposition, often used in language to connect ideas that are different or conflicting.

Example: The adversative conjunction 'but' introduces a contrast in the sentence.

Definition: A term that indicates a contrast or opposition between ideas or statements.

Example: In the sentence, 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain,' the word 'but' serves as an adversative.

Definition: In a way that shows contrast or opposition between two ideas or statements.

Example: The two teams played adversatively, each trying to outsmart the other.

Definition: This word describes something that is harmful, unfavorable, or opposing. It is often used to talk about situations or conditions that create difficulties or challenges.

Example: The adverse weather conditions forced us to cancel the outdoor event.

Definition: In a way that causes harm or has a negative effect.

Example: The new policy adversely affects small businesses.

Definition: The condition of being unfavorable or harmful, often causing difficulties or obstacles.

Example: The adverseness of the weather conditions forced us to cancel the outdoor event.

Definition: A situation or event that causes difficulty, hardship, or misfortune.

Example: She showed great strength in overcoming adversity during her life.

Definition: The act of paying attention or being careful about something. It refers to the quality of being mindful and considerate.

Example: Her advertence to detail made her an excellent editor.

Definition: This word describes someone who is careful and pays attention to what is happening around them.

Example: She was advertent to the details of the project, ensuring nothing was overlooked.

Definition: In a way that is done intentionally or on purpose, rather than by accident.

Example: She inadvertently revealed the surprise party, but he had planned it advertently.

Definition: The quality of being wise or sensible in making decisions; it refers to whether something is a good idea or not.

Example: The advisability of the plan was debated among the committee members.