Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A form of a verb that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence, often representing an action or state.

Example: Swimming is my favorite hobby.

Definition: A type of verbal adjective in Latin that indicates necessity or obligation, often used to express actions that should be performed.

Example: In Latin, the gerundive is used to show that something must be done, such as in the phrase 'liber legendus' meaning 'the book to be read'.

Definition: A complete and unified whole that is formed from various parts, where the overall quality is greater than just the sum of its individual elements.

Example: The team worked together to create a gestalt that represented their shared vision.

Definition: To develop or grow over time, especially in the context of pregnancy or the formation of ideas.

Example: The idea began to gestate in her mind before she finally decided to write the book.

Definition: To carry a developing baby in the womb from the time of conception until birth, or to develop an idea in one's mind.

Example: The mother will gestate her baby for nine months before giving birth.

Definition: Describing someone or something that uses gestures to communicate or express ideas.

Example: The gesticulant speaker captivated the audience with his animated hand movements.

Definition: To use hand movements to express ideas or emotions while talking.

Example: She tends to gesticulate a lot when she is excited about a topic.

Definition: To express something using hand movements or body language instead of words.

Example: During the presentation, she began to gesticulate to emphasize her points.

Definition: A deliberate and energetic movement of the hands or arms, often used to express ideas or emotions while speaking.

Example: During his speech, he used a lot of gesticulation to emphasize his points.

Definition: Relating to or characterized by the use of gestures, especially in communication.

Example: She was very gesticulative while explaining her story, using her hands to emphasize her points.

Definition: Relating to or characterized by the use of gestures, especially in communication.

Example: His gesticulatory style made his speech more engaging and lively.

Definition: The most horrible or frightening; extremely unpleasant or shocking.

Example: The movie was filled with the ghastliest scenes that made everyone scream.