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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

elliptically

IPA: /ɪˈlɪptɪkli/

KK: /ɪˈlɪptɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is shaped like an ellipse or that uses ellipsis, often implying something is left out or not fully expressed.

Example: The artist painted the landscape elliptically, suggesting more than what was directly shown.

ellipticity

IPA: /ɪˈlɪp.tɪ.sɪ.ti/

KK: /ɪˈlɪp.tɪ.sɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being elliptical, which means being shaped like an ellipse rather than a perfect circle or sphere.

Example: The ellipticity of the planet affects its gravitational field.

elocution

IPA: //ɪˈloʊkjʊʃən//

KK: /ɪˈloʊkjuːʃən/

noun

Definition: A way of speaking clearly and effectively, especially when giving a speech or presentation in front of an audience.

Example: Her elocution was so impressive that everyone in the audience was captivated by her speech.

elocutionary

IPA: /ˌɛləkjuˈʃənəri/

KK: /ɪˌloʊkjuˈʃənɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the art of public speaking or effective speech delivery.

Example: Her elocutionary skills impressed everyone at the debate competition.

elongate

IPA: /ɪˈlɒŋɡeɪt/

KK: /ɪˈloʊŋɡeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a greater length compared to width; thin and stretched out.

Example: The artist created an elongate sculpture that drew attention for its unique shape.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something longer in size or duration.

Example: The artist decided to elongate the sculpture to give it a more dramatic effect.

elongation

IPA: /ɪˌlɒŋˈɡeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌloʊŋˈɡeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process or state of being made longer or stretched out.

Example: The elongation of the rubber band allowed it to stretch further than before.

eloquence

IPA: /ˈɛləkwəns/

KK: /ˈɛləkwəns/

noun

Definition: The ability to speak or write in a way that is clear, persuasive, and effective.

Example: Her eloquence during the speech captivated the entire audience.

eloquent

IPA: /ˈɛləkwənt/

KK: /ˈɛləkwənt/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to express ideas and feelings in a clear and persuasive way, often in speech or writing.

Example: The politician gave an eloquent speech that inspired many people.

eluant

IPA: /ɪˈluːənt/

KK: /ɪˈluːənt/

noun

Definition: A type of solvent that is used to separate substances in a process called elution.

Example: The chemist used an eluant to extract the desired compound from the mixture.

eluate

IPA: /ˈɛljuːeɪt/

KK: /ˈɛluːeɪt/

noun

Definition: A liquid solution that is produced when a substance is separated from a solid by washing it with a solvent.

Example: The chemist collected the eluate after passing the solvent through the column.

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