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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

discriminating

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪneɪtɪŋ/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪməˌneɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Able to recognize differences and make careful choices; showing good judgment or taste.

Example: She is a discriminating buyer who only chooses the best quality products.

discriminative

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪnətɪv/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪnətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to recognize or show differences between things.

Example: The discriminative nature of the test allowed it to identify subtle variations in the samples.

discriminator

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪneɪtə/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪmɪneɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that distinguishes or differentiates between different things, often based on specific characteristics or criteria.

Example: The discriminator in the circuit helps to filter out unwanted signals.

discriminatory

IPA: /dɪsˈkrɪməˌnɛtəri/

KK: /dɪsˈkrɪməˌnɛtəri/

adjective

Definition: Describing actions or policies that treat people unfairly based on characteristics like race, gender, or age.

Example: The new law aims to eliminate discriminatory practices in hiring.

discursive

IPA: /dɪsˈkɜːrsɪv/

KK: /dɪsˈkɜːrsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of writing or speaking that covers many different topics in a way that may seem disorganized or rambling.

Example: The professor's discursive lecture wandered through various subjects, making it hard to follow his main point.

discursively

IPA: /dɪsˈkɜːsɪvli/

KK: /dɪsˈkɜːrsɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves discussion or reasoning, often moving from one topic to another without a strict structure.

Example: The professor spoke discursively, covering various topics in a single lecture.

discursiveness

IPA: /dɪsˈkɜːrsɪvnəs/

KK: /dɪsˈkɜːrsɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to talk or write about many different things in a way that is not focused or direct.

Example: His discursiveness made it hard to follow his main point during the lecture.

disdain

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn/

noun

Definition: A feeling of strong dislike or lack of respect for someone or something that you think is unworthy or inferior.

Example: She looked at the messy room with disdain.

transitive verb

Definition: To think that someone or something is not good enough for you; to look down on someone or something.

Example: She showed disdain for his lack of ambition.

disdainful

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl/

adjective

Definition: Showing a lack of respect or a feeling of superiority towards someone or something; often looking down on others.

Example: She gave a disdainful look when he suggested the idea.

disdainfully

IPA: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəli/

KK: /dɪsˈdeɪn.fəl.i/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect or consideration for someone or something.

Example: She looked at him disdainfully when he suggested the idea.

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