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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

dissent

IPA: /dɪˈsɛnt/

KK: /dɪˈsɛnt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To express a different opinion or to disagree with something that is generally accepted.

Example: Many people chose to dissent from the majority opinion during the meeting.

noun

Definition: A disagreement or difference of opinion, especially in a formal context.

Example: The committee expressed dissent regarding the proposed changes to the policy.

dissentient

IPA: /dɪˈsɛnʃənt/

KK: /dɪˈsɛnʃənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that disagrees with the majority opinion or sentiment.

Example: The dissentient voices in the meeting raised important concerns that were overlooked by the majority.

noun

Definition: A person who disagrees with a prevailing opinion or authority.

Example: The dissentient voiced his concerns during the meeting.

dissenting

IPA: /dɪˈsɛntɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈsɛntɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or expressing disagreement or differing opinions, especially in a formal context.

Example: The dissenting opinion in the court case highlighted the different views among the judges.

verb

Definition: To express a different opinion or disagreement from what is commonly accepted or stated.

Example: Many people were dissenting from the proposed changes to the law.

dissentious

IPA: /dɪˈsɛnʃəs/

KK: /dɪˈsɛnʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation or person that causes disagreement or conflict among a group.

Example: The dissentious remarks during the meeting led to a heated debate among the team members.

dissert

IPA: /dɪˈsɜːrt/

KK: /dɪˈsɜrt/

intransitive verb

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

Example: In his lecture, he began to dissert on the importance of environmental conservation.

dissertate

IPA: //dɪsərˈteɪt//

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To speak or write formally about a particular subject, often in a detailed and academic manner.

Example: In her thesis, she chose to dissertate on the impact of climate change on marine life.

dissertation

IPA: /ˌdɪsəˈteɪʃən/

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A long and formal written work that presents research on a specific topic, usually required for a doctoral degree.

Example: She spent several years writing her dissertation on climate change.

dissertational

IPA: /ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃənl/

KK: /dɪsərˈteɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or characteristic of a formal written thesis or dissertation, often involving detailed research and analysis.

Example: The student's dissertational work was praised for its thorough research and clear arguments.

dissertator

IPA: /dɪsˈɜːrtəˌtɔːr/

KK: /dɪsˈɜːrtəˌtɔr/

noun

Definition: A person who writes a long essay or thesis on a particular subject, usually for a doctoral degree.

Example: The dissertator spent years researching to complete their thesis.

disserve

IPA: /dɪsˈsɜːrv/

KK: /dɪsˈsɜrv/

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone in a way that causes harm or disadvantage.

Example: His actions will disserve the community rather than help it.

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