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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

extraordinary

IPA: /ɪkˈstrɔːrdəˌnɛri/

KK: /ɪkˈstrɔrdəˌnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very unusual or remarkable, standing out from what is normal or expected.

Example: Her extraordinary talent for music amazed everyone at the concert.

extrapolate

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈpəʊleɪt/

KK: /ɛkˈstræpəˌleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make an educated guess or prediction about something based on known information or data.

Example: Scientists often extrapolate future climate conditions from current trends.

transitive verb

Definition: To make an educated guess about something that is not known by using information that is already available.

Example: Scientists can extrapolate future climate conditions based on current data.

extrapolation

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəpəˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌstræpəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A method of estimating or predicting a value based on existing data or trends, often used to make guesses about future events or conditions.

Example: The scientist used extrapolation to predict the temperature changes over the next decade.

extrapolative

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈpɒlətɪv/

KK: /ɛkˈstræpəˌleɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of estimating or concluding something based on known information or data.

Example: The extrapolative analysis helped the researchers predict future trends based on past data.

extrapyramidal

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈpɪrəmɪdəl/

KK: /ɛkstrəˈpɪrəmɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the neural pathways that are not part of the main pyramidal tracts in the brain.

Example: The doctor explained that the patient's symptoms were due to extrapyramidal effects from the medication.

extrasensory

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈsɛnˌsɔri/

KK: /ˌɛkstrəˈsɛnˌsɔri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to abilities or perceptions that go beyond the normal five senses.

Example: Some people believe in extrasensory perception, which allows them to sense things without using their physical senses.

extrasolar

IPA: /ˈɛkstrəˌsoʊlər/

KK: /ˈɛkstrəˌsoʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that exists or comes from outside our solar system.

Example: Astronomers have discovered several extrasolar planets in recent years.

extratextual

IPA: /ˌɛkstrəˈtɛkstʃuəl/

KK: /ˌɛkstrəˈtɛkstʃuəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that exists outside of a written work, such as context or background information that influences its meaning.

Example: The author's notes provided extratextual insights that enhanced the reader's understanding of the story.

extravagance

IPA: /ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/

KK: /ɪkˈstrævəɡəns/

noun

Definition: The act of spending too much money or using resources in a way that is more than necessary, often in a showy or excessive manner.

Example: The party was filled with extravagance, featuring lavish decorations and gourmet food.

extravagancy

IPA: /ɪkˈstrævəɡənsi/

KK: /ɛkˈstrævəɡənsi/

noun

Definition: A quality or state of being extravagant, often involving excessive spending or behavior that goes beyond what is reasonable or necessary.

Example: Her extravagancy was evident in the lavish parties she threw every month.

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