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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

desorbed

IPA: /dɪˈzɔːrbd/

KK: /dɪˈzɔrbd/

adjective

Definition: Removed from a surface or substance through a process called desorption.

Example: The desorbed molecules were collected for further analysis.

verb

Definition: To remove or release a substance that was previously absorbed, often in a chemical or physical process.

Example: The scientist desorbed the gas from the surface of the material to analyze its composition.

desorption

IPA: /dɪˈsɔːrpʃən/

KK: /dɪˈsɔrptʃən/

noun

Definition: The process where atoms or molecules detach from a solid surface and enter the surrounding area; it is the opposite of absorption or adsorption.

Example: Desorption is an important step in the process of cleaning surfaces in various industrial applications.

despicableness

IPA: /dɪˈspɪkəblnəs/

KK: /dɪˈspɪkəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very bad or deserving to be hated; it refers to actions or behaviors that are mean or vile.

Example: His despicableness was evident in the way he treated others poorly.

despoil

IPA: /dɪˈspɔɪl/

KK: /dɪˈspɔɪl/

transitive verb

Definition: To take away valuable things from a place or person, often by using force or violence.

Example: The invaders came to despoil the village of its treasures.

despoilment

IPA: /dɪˈspɔɪlmənt/

KK: /dɪˈspɔɪlmənt/

noun

Definition: The act of taking away valuable things from a place, often by force or in a destructive manner.

Example: The despoilment of the ancient ruins left them in a state of disrepair.

despoliation

IPA: /dɪˌspoʊliˈeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌspoʊliˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of taking away valuable things from a place, often by force or in a destructive manner.

Example: The despoliation of the ancient ruins left them in a state of disrepair.

despond

IPA: /dɪ'spɒnd/

KK: /dɪ'spɑnd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To feel very sad and without hope.

Example: After losing the game, he began to despond and lost interest in playing.

noun

Definition: A state of feeling sad or hopeless, often due to a loss or disappointment.

Example: After hearing the bad news, she fell into a deep despond.

despondence

IPA: /dɪ'spɒndəns/

KK: /dɪ'spɑndəns/

noun

Definition: A state of feeling sad, hopeless, or in low spirits, often due to a loss or disappointment.

Example: After losing his job, he fell into a deep despondence that lasted for months.

despondency

IPA: /dɪˈspɒndənsi/

KK: /dɪˈspɒndənsi/

noun

Definition: A feeling of sadness or hopelessness, often due to a lack of confidence or hope.

Example: After losing his job, he fell into a deep despondency that was hard to overcome.

despondent

IPA: /dɪˈspɒndənt/

KK: /dɪˈspɑndənt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very sad and without hope.

Example: After losing the game, he felt despondent and didn't want to talk to anyone.

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