Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A strong and often emotional expression of feelings or thoughts, usually in writing or speech; it can also refer to a liquid that has been poured out.

Example: The poet's latest work is filled with effusions of love and longing.

Definition: Showing a lot of emotion or enthusiasm in a way that is very open and unrestrained.

Example: Her effusive compliments made everyone feel appreciated.

Definition: The quality of expressing feelings or emotions in a very enthusiastic and unrestrained way.

Example: Her effusiveness during the celebration made everyone feel welcome and appreciated.

Definition: Relating to the belief that all people should have equal rights and opportunities in society.

Example: The organization promotes an egalitarian approach to education, ensuring that every student has access to the same resources.

Definition: The belief or principle that all people should have equal rights and opportunities in society.

Example: Egalitarianism promotes the idea that everyone deserves the same rights and privileges, regardless of their background.

Definition: In a way that is focused on oneself and one's own interests, often ignoring the needs or feelings of others.

Example: He always thinks about his own needs egocentrically, without considering how it affects his friends.

Definition: The quality of being focused on oneself and one's own interests, often disregarding others' feelings or needs.

Example: His egocentricity made it difficult for him to maintain friendships, as he rarely considered anyone else's perspective.

Definition: A belief or attitude that prioritizes one's own interests and needs above those of others, often seen as excessive self-importance or self-centeredness.

Example: His egoism made it difficult for him to consider the feelings of others.

Definition: Having an excessive interest in oneself and one's own needs or desires, often at the expense of others.

Example: His egoistic behavior made it difficult for him to maintain friendships.

Definition: Focusing on oneself and one's own interests, often to the exclusion of others.

Example: His egotistical behavior made it hard for him to maintain friendships.