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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

fecundate

IPA: //fɪˈkʌndeɪt//

KK: /fɛˈkʌndeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something capable of producing offspring or fruit; to fertilize.

Example: The farmer used special techniques to fecundate the plants and increase their yield.

fecundation

IPA: /fɛˌkʌnˈdeɪʃən/

KK: /fɛˌkʌnˈdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of creating a new organism through fertilization.

Example: Fecundation is essential for the reproduction of many plants and animals.

fecundity

IPA: /fɪˈkʌn.dɪ.ti/

KK: /fɛˈkʌn.dɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The ability to produce a lot of something, especially in terms of plants, animals, or ideas. It refers to being very fruitful or creative.

Example: The fecundity of the land allowed farmers to grow a variety of crops each season.

federative

IPA: /ˈfɛdəreɪtɪv/

KK: /ˈfɛdərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or forming a group of states or organizations that work together while maintaining some independence.

Example: The federative system allows each state to have its own laws while still being part of the larger country.

fee

IPA: /fiː/

KK: /fi/

noun

Definition: An amount of money that is paid for a specific service or privilege, such as tuition or a license.

Example: The school charges a fee for enrollment each semester.

transitive verb

Definition: To pay someone for a service or to give a tip to someone.

Example: I decided to fee the waiter for his excellent service.

feebleness

IPA: /ˈfiːblnəs/

KK: /ˈfiblnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being weak or lacking strength, often due to illness or age.

Example: His feebleness made it difficult for him to climb the stairs.

feign

IPA: /feɪn/

KK: /feɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To pretend to have a feeling, quality, or condition that is not real.

Example: She decided to feign interest in the conversation to be polite.

transitive verb

Definition: To pretend to have a particular feeling, quality, or state, often to deceive others.

Example: She decided to feign illness to avoid going to the party.

feigned

IPA: /feɪnd/

KK: /feɪnd/

adjective

Definition: Not genuine or real; something that is pretended or made up.

Example: Her feigned interest in the conversation was obvious to everyone.

feldspathic

IPA: /ˈfɛldspæθɪk/

KK: /ˈfɛldspæθɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing a group of minerals called feldspar, which are commonly found in rocks.

Example: The feldspathic rocks are essential for understanding the geological history of the area.

felicitate

IPA: /fɪˈlɪsɪˌteɪt/

KK: /fɪˈlɪsɪˌteɪt/

adjective

Definition: To make someone happy or to express joy for someone's success.

Example: We should felicitate her on her recent achievement.

transitive verb

Definition: To congratulate someone or to express good wishes to them, especially on a special occasion.

Example: I would like to felicitate you on your recent achievement.

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