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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

foreshorten

IPA: //fɔːrˈʃɔːrtn//

KK: /ˈfɔrʃɔrtən/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something appear shorter than it is, especially in art or drawing, to create a sense of depth or perspective.

Example: The artist decided to foreshorten the figure to give it a more dynamic look.

foreshortening

IPA: //ˈfɔːrʃɔːrtənɪŋ//

KK: /ˈfɔrʃɔrtənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A method used in art to make objects appear three-dimensional by shortening their lines, giving the illusion that they are receding into the background.

Example: The artist used foreshortening to create a sense of depth in the painting.

verb

Definition: To make an object appear shorter than it is by altering its proportions, often used in art and drawing to create a sense of depth.

Example: The artist used foreshortening to give the painting a more dynamic perspective.

foreshow

IPA: /ˈfɔːrʃoʊ/

KK: /ˈfɔrʃoʊ/

transitive verb

Definition: To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future.

Example: The dark clouds foreshow a storm is coming.

foresight

IPA: /ˈfɔːrsaɪt/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌsaɪt/

noun

Definition: The ability to think about and plan for the future, considering what might happen and making decisions accordingly.

Example: Having foresight can help you make better choices in your career.

foresighted

IPA: /ˈfɔːrsaɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌsaɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to think about and plan for the future.

Example: Her foresighted decisions helped the company avoid financial trouble.

foresightedly

IPA: //ˈfɔːrsaɪtɪdli//

KK: /ˈfɔrˌsaɪtɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows careful planning for the future or consideration of future events.

Example: She foresightedly invested in renewable energy, anticipating its importance in the coming years.

foresightedness

IPA: /ˈfɔːrsaɪtɪdnəs/

KK: /ˈfɔrˌsaɪtɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The ability to think about and plan for the future with good judgment and insight.

Example: Her foresightedness helped the company avoid potential financial problems.

foresightful

IPA: //ˈfɔːrsaɪtfl//

KK: /ˈfɔrˌsaɪt̬fəl/

adjective

Definition: Having the ability to anticipate future events or needs.

Example: Her foresightful planning helped the team avoid potential problems.

foreswear

IPA: //fɔːrˈswɛr//

KK: /fɔrˈswɛr/

verb

Definition: To formally reject or renounce something, often under oath or with a promise.

Example: He decided to forswear his previous beliefs after learning new information.

foretell

IPA: /fɔːrˈtɛl/

KK: /fɔrˈtɛl/

transitive verb

Definition: To predict something that will happen in the future.

Example: The weather forecast can foretell rain for tomorrow.

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