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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

disputable

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːtəbl/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be questioned or argued about; not certain or definite.

Example: The results of the study are disputable and need further investigation.

disputably

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːtəblɪ/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːtəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that can be argued against or questioned; not certain or definite.

Example: The results of the study are disputably valid, as some experts have raised concerns about the methodology.

disputant

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːtənt/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːtənt/

adjective

Definition: Involved in a disagreement or argument.

Example: The disputant presented strong evidence to support their claims during the debate.

noun

Definition: A person who is involved in a disagreement or argument with someone else.

Example: The disputant presented strong evidence to support their claims during the debate.

disputation

IPA: /ˌdɪs.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

KK: /dɪsˈpjuːteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal debate or argument where people discuss and disagree on a particular topic, often in an academic setting.

Example: The students engaged in a disputation to defend their theses before the panel of professors.

disputatious

IPA: /ˌdɪs.pjuˈteɪ.ʃəs/

KK: /dɪsˈpjuːteɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Tending to argue or cause disagreements; often involved in debates or disputes.

Example: His disputatious nature made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.

disputatiously

IPA: /ˌdɪs.pjuːˈteɪ.ʃəs.li/

KK: /dɪsˌpjuːtəˈʃəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is likely to cause disagreement or argument.

Example: The students debated disputatiously, each trying to prove their point.

disputed

IPA: /dɪˈspjuːtɪd/

KK: /dɪˈspjuːtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is argued about or not agreed upon; it is uncertain or controversial.

Example: The results of the election were disputed by several candidates.

verb

Definition: To argue or disagree about something, often in a formal way.

Example: The two countries disputed the ownership of the island.

disquiet

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪt/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling uneasy or restless; a state of anxiety or worry.

Example: The disquiet in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the announcement.

noun

Definition: A feeling of worry or unease; a state of anxiety or restlessness.

Example: The disquiet in the room was palpable as everyone awaited the results.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel worried or uneasy.

Example: The news of the storm disquieted the residents of the coastal town.

disquieting

IPA: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ/

KK: /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing feelings of worry or unease.

Example: The news report was disquieting and made everyone feel anxious.

verb

Definition: To cause feelings of worry or unease in someone.

Example: The news of the storm was disquieting to the residents.

disquisition

IPA: /ˌdɪs.kwɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

KK: /dɪsˈkwɪzɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A detailed and formal discussion or examination of a specific topic, often presented in writing.

Example: The professor's disquisition on climate change was both informative and thought-provoking.

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