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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

doughty

IPA: /ˈdaʊti/

KK: /ˈdaʊti/

adjective

Definition: Showing great courage and determination; brave and fearless in facing challenges.

Example: The doughty knight fought valiantly against the dragon to protect the village.

dour

IPA: /daʊər/

KK: /daʊr/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is serious, unfriendly, or gloomy in appearance or attitude.

Example: Despite the cheerful decorations, his dour expression made the party feel less festive.

dovetailing

IPA: /ˈdoʊvˌteɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdoʊvˌteɪlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A situation where different things fit together well or are combined smoothly.

Example: The dovetailing of their ideas led to a successful project.

verb

Definition: To fit together tightly or to combine different elements in a harmonious way.

Example: The two plans are dovetailing nicely, creating a comprehensive strategy for the project.

dowdily

IPA: /ˈdaʊdɪli/

KK: /ˈdaʊdɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is unfashionable or shabby in appearance.

Example: She dressed dowdily for the party, wearing an old sweater and faded jeans.

doxology

IPA: /dɒkˈsɒlədʒi/

KK: /dɑkˈsɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A short hymn or expression of praise to God, often used in Christian worship services.

Example: The congregation sang a doxology at the end of the service.

doyen

IPA: /ˈdɔɪ.ən/

KK: /ˈdɔɪən/

noun

Definition: A senior or oldest member of a group, often recognized for their experience and knowledge in a particular field.

Example: As the doyen of the art community, she was often consulted for her expert opinions on new artists.

drachm

IPA: /drækm/

KK: /drækm/

noun

Definition: A small unit of currency that was used in ancient Greece and is sometimes used in modern contexts to refer to a similar amount.

Example: The price of the ancient artifact was set at fifty drachms.

draconian

IPA: /drəˈkoʊniən/

KK: /drəˈkoʊniən/

adjective

Definition: Very strict or severe, often in a way that is considered too harsh.

Example: The government implemented draconian measures to control the pandemic.

draconic

IPA: /drəˈkoʊnɪk/

KK: /drəˈkoʊnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a dragon, often used to describe something that is harsh or severe.

Example: The new laws were criticized for their draconic measures against minor offenses.

drafted

IPA: /dræftɪd/

KK: /dræftɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not available

Example: Not available

verb

Definition: To create a preliminary version of a document or plan.

Example: She drafted a proposal for the new project.

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