Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The quality or state of being different or distinct from one another.

Example: The disparateness of their opinions made it difficult to reach a consensus.

Definition: A state of being free from strong feelings or emotions, allowing for objective judgment.

Example: In her dispassion, she was able to make a fair decision without being influenced by her feelings.

Definition: Not influenced by strong feelings or emotions; remaining calm and objective.

Example: The judge remained dispassionate throughout the trial, ensuring a fair verdict.

Definition: In a way that is not influenced by strong emotions or personal feelings; calmly and objectively.

Example: She evaluated the situation dispassionately, without letting her feelings cloud her judgment.

Definition: To spend or use something, especially money or resources, often in a way that is not careful or efficient.

Example: He decided to dispend his savings on a new car instead of saving for the future.

Definition: The quality or condition of being able to be replaced or not necessary.

Example: The dispensability of certain tasks allows the team to focus on more important projects.

Definition: Something that is not necessary or can be done without; it can be replaced or is unimportant.

Example: The extra decorations were dispensable and could be removed without affecting the overall look of the event.

Definition: A system or arrangement for distributing something, or an exemption from a rule or obligation granted by an authority.

Example: The church granted her a dispensation to marry outside of her faith.

Definition: A book that explains how to prepare and use medicines, often serving as a guide for pharmacists.

Example: The pharmacist referred to the dispensatory to find the correct dosage for the medication.

Definition: The act of spreading something apart or the way in which things are scattered or distributed.

Example: The dispersion of light through a prism creates a rainbow of colors.