© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

ennui

IPA: /ɛˈnuːi/

KK: /ɛnˈwi/

noun

Definition: A feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction that comes from having nothing to do or being uninterested in what is happening.

Example: After a long week of doing nothing, she was filled with ennui and wanted to find something exciting to do.

enol

IPA: //ˈiːnɒl//

KK: /ˈiːnɒl/

noun

Definition: A type of organic compound that has a hydroxyl group attached to a carbon atom, which is also connected by a double bond to another carbon atom.

Example: The chemist synthesized an enol to study its properties in the laboratory.

enological

IPA: /ˌiːnəˈlɒdʒɪk/

KK: /ɪˈnɑlədʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study or science of wine and winemaking.

Example: The enological aspects of the festival included wine tastings and educational workshops.

enormity

IPA: /ɪˈnɔːrməti/

KK: /ɪˈnɔrmɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being extremely evil or immoral, often in a shocking way.

Example: The enormity of his crime shocked the entire community.

enounce

IPA: /ɪˈnʌns/

KK: /ɪˈnʌns/

transitive verb

Definition: To state or declare something clearly and formally.

Example: The teacher asked the students to enounce their ideas during the discussion.

enrolment

IPA: /ɪnˈroʊlmənt/

KK: /ɪnˈroʊlmənt/

noun

Definition: The process of signing up or registering for something, often related to education or courses.

Example: Her enrolment in the university was completed last week.

ensconce

IPA: /ɪnˈskɒns/

KK: /ɪnˈskɑns/

transitive verb

Definition: To place or hide something in a safe or comfortable position.

Example: After a long day, he ensconced himself in his favorite chair with a good book.

ensconced

IPA: /ɪnˈskɒnst/

KK: /ɪnˈskɑnst/

adjective

Definition: Situated in a safe or comfortable place, often implying a sense of security or coziness.

Example: After a long day, she felt ensconced in her favorite chair with a good book.

verb

Definition: To settle or place someone or something securely or comfortably in a particular position.

Example: She was ensconced in her favorite chair with a good book.

ensheathe

IPA: /ɪnˈʃiːð/

KK: /ɪnˈʃiːð/

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or enclose something completely, like putting a protective layer around it.

Example: The sword was ensheathed in a beautiful scabbard.

enshrine

IPA: /ɪnˈʃraɪn/

KK: /ɪnˈʃraɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To treat something as very special or sacred, often by protecting it or keeping it in a special place.

Example: The ancient texts are enshrined in a museum to preserve their significance.

←1

...

592593594

...

1978→