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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

exposition

IPA: /ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˈspəʊzɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A public display or presentation of art, ideas, or information, often to inform or educate people.

Example: The art exposition featured works from local artists and attracted many visitors.

expositional

IPA: /ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃənl/

KK: /ɛkˈspoʊzɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of explaining or describing something clearly and in detail, often used in writing to provide information or context.

Example: The expositional section of the essay helped clarify the main arguments.

expositive

IPA: /ɛkˈspɒzɪtɪv/

KK: /ɛkˈspɒzɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of explaining or describing something clearly and in detail.

Example: The teacher gave an expositive lecture to help the students understand the complex topic.

expositor

IPA: /ɪkˈspɔɪzɪtər/

KK: /ɪkˈspɔɪzɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who explains or interprets something, often providing detailed information or commentary.

Example: The expositor provided a thorough analysis of the text during the lecture.

expostulate

IPA: /ɛkˈspɒstjʊleɪt/

KK: /ɛkˈspɑːstʃəˌleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To argue or reason with someone in a serious way to persuade them to change their mind or behavior.

Example: She tried to expostulate with him about his reckless driving, but he wouldn't listen.

expostulation

IPA: /ɛkˌspɒstʃəˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌspɑːstʃəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A serious discussion or argument meant to persuade someone to change their mind or behavior.

Example: After much expostulation, she finally agreed to reconsider her decision.

expound

IPA: /ɪkˈspaʊnd/

KK: /ɪkˈspaʊnd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To explain something in detail or to give a thorough description of a topic.

Example: The professor was expounding on a favorite topic.

transitive verb

Definition: To explain something in detail or to clarify it thoroughly.

Example: The professor expounded on the theory during the lecture.

expounder

IPA: /ɪkˈspaʊndər/

KK: /ɪkˈspaʊndər/

noun

Definition: A person who explains or presents ideas in detail.

Example: The expounder of the theory provided clear examples to help everyone understand.

expressible

IPA: /ɪkˈsprɛsəbl/

KK: /ɪkˈsprɛsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being communicated or shown in words or symbols.

Example: Her feelings were expressible through art and music.

expressional

IPA: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənl/

KK: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of expressing thoughts, feelings, or ideas, especially in art or communication.

Example: The artist's expressional style captures deep emotions in every brushstroke.

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