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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

discordance

IPA: /dɪsˈkɔːrdəns/

KK: /dɪsˈkɔrdəns/

noun

Definition: The state of being in disagreement or conflict; a lack of harmony or agreement between people or things.

Example: There was a noticeable discordance in their opinions about the project.

discordancy

IPA: /dɪsˈkɔːrdənsi/

KK: /dɪsˈkɔrdənsi/

noun

Definition: A lack of harmony or agreement between things, often resulting in conflict or disagreement.

Example: The discordancy in their opinions led to a heated debate.

discordant

IPA: /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/

KK: /dɪsˈkɔrdənt/

adjective

Definition: Not in harmony; producing a harsh or unpleasant sound, or being in disagreement or conflict.

Example: The discordant notes from the piano made it hard to enjoy the music.

discountenance

IPA: /dɪsˈkaʊntɪnəns/

KK: /dɪsˈkaʊntɪnəns/

noun

Definition: A feeling of disapproval or disfavor towards something or someone.

Example: Her discountenance of the proposal was clear during the meeting.

transitive verb

Definition: To show disapproval or to discourage someone from doing something.

Example: The teacher discountenanced the idea of cheating on the exam.

discountenanced

IPA: /dɪsˈkʌntənst/

KK: /dɪsˈkʌntənsd/

adjective

Definition: Not approved or supported; disapproved.

Example: The proposal was discountenanced by the committee due to its lack of feasibility.

verb

Definition: To show disapproval or to discourage something.

Example: The teacher discountenanced the idea of cheating on the exam.

discourse

IPA: //dɪsˈkɔːrs//

KK: /ˈdɪskɔrs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To talk or write about a subject in a formal way, often in a detailed manner.

Example: The professor will discourse on the topic of climate change during the lecture.

noun

Definition: A formal discussion or conversation about a specific topic, which can be either spoken or written.

Example: The professor led a discourse on the implications of climate change.

transitive verb

Definition: To narrate or discuss something in detail.

Example: The professor will discourse on the topic of ethics during the lecture.

discourser

IPA: /dɪsˈkɔːrsər/

KK: /dɪsˈkɔrsər/

noun

Definition: A person who speaks or writes formally about a particular subject, often in a detailed or elaborate way.

Example: The discourser captivated the audience with his insightful analysis of the topic.

discourtesy

IPA: /dɪsˈkɜːr.tə.si/

KK: /dɪsˈkɜr.tə.si/

noun

Definition: An action or remark that is rude or disrespectful to others.

Example: His discourtesy during the meeting upset many of his colleagues.

discreditable

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Causing harm to someone's reputation or standing; something that is shameful or dishonorable.

Example: His discreditable actions led to his removal from the committee.

discreditably

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɛdɪtəbli/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɛdɪtəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that causes loss of respect or reputation.

Example: The politician acted discreditably during the scandal, losing the trust of many voters.

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