Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to organisms that have complex cells with a nucleus and other membrane-bound structures.

Example: Humans are eukaryotic organisms because their cells contain a nucleus.

Definition: To praise or honor someone, especially in a formal speech or writing, often after their death.

Example: At the funeral, many friends and family members came to eulogise the beloved teacher.

Definition: Relating to a speech or writing that praises someone highly, especially someone who has just died.

Example: The eulogistic remarks at the funeral brought tears to everyone's eyes.

Definition: A speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly, typically someone who has just died.

Example: At the funeral, the speaker delivered a heartfelt eulogium in honor of the deceased.

Definition: To speak or write very positively about someone, especially after they have died, often in a formal speech.

Example: At the funeral, many friends and family members gathered to eulogize the beloved teacher.

Definition: To use a mild or indirect word or expression instead of one that is considered harsh or blunt.

Example: He chose to euphemise the bad news to make it sound less severe.

Definition: A word or phrase that is used to replace another word or phrase that might be considered harsh, offensive, or unpleasant.

Example: Using 'passed away' as a euphemism for 'died' can make the news easier to accept.

Definition: A person who replaces harsh or direct words with more gentle or mild expressions.

Example: The euphemist chose to say 'passed away' instead of 'died'.

Definition: Relating to a mild or indirect word or expression used to replace one that may be considered harsh or unpleasant.

Example: The politician used euphemistic language to soften the impact of his message.

Definition: In a way that uses mild or indirect words to replace harsh or blunt ones.

Example: He euphemistically referred to his job loss as a "career transition."