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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

expressionism

IPA: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənɪzəm/

KK: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A style of art that focuses on expressing the artist's feelings and emotions rather than depicting reality accurately.

Example: The painting is a great example of expressionism, showing deep emotions through bold colors and distorted forms.

expressionist

IPA: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənɪst/

KK: /ɪkˈsprɛʃənɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of art or literature that emphasizes the expression of emotions and feelings rather than realistic representation.

Example: The artist's work is very expressionist, focusing on bold colors and emotional themes.

noun

Definition: A person, especially an artist, who uses a style of art that emphasizes emotional experience rather than physical reality.

Example: The expressionist artist created vivid paintings that conveyed deep feelings.

expressionistic

IPA: /ˌɛksprəˈʃɛnɪstɪk/

KK: /ɪkˌsprɛʃəˈnɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of art or literature that emphasizes the expression of emotions and feelings rather than realistic representation.

Example: The artist's expressionistic style captures deep emotions through bold colors and distorted forms.

expressivity

IPA: /ɪkˈsprɛsɪvɪti/

KK: /ɪkˈsprɛsɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or ability to express thoughts, feelings, or ideas clearly and effectively.

Example: The artist's expressivity in her paintings captivates the audience.

expropriate

IPA: /ɛkˈsproʊpriˌeɪt/

KK: /ɛkˈsproʊpriˌeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To take away someone's property or rights, usually for public use, often with compensation.

Example: The government decided to expropriate the land to build a new school.

expropriation

IPA: /ˌɛk.sproʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌsproʊpriˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of taking away someone's property or rights, usually by a government for public use.

Example: The government announced the expropriation of land for the new highway.

expulse

IPA: /ɪkˈspʌls/

KK: /ɪkˈspʌls/

transitive verb

Definition: To drive someone or something out from a place; to forcefully remove or expel.

Example: The school decided to expulse the student for repeated violations of the rules.

expulsive

IPA: /ɪkˈspʌlsɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈspʌlsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of forcing something out or causing it to be expelled.

Example: The expulsive force of the rocket engine pushed it into space.

expunction

IPA: /ɪkˈspʌŋkʃən/

KK: /ɪkˈspʌŋkʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of removing or deleting something, especially from official records or documents.

Example: After the court's decision, the expunction of his criminal record allowed him to apply for jobs without the stigma of his past.

expunge

IPA: /ɪkˈspʌndʒ/

KK: /ɪkˈspʌndʒ/

transitive verb

Definition: To completely remove or erase something, often from a record or document.

Example: The judge decided to expunge the defendant's criminal record after the case was dismissed.

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