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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

grammaticalness

IPA: /ɡrəˈmætɪkəlnəs/

KK: /græˈmætɪkəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of following the rules of grammar in language.

Example: The grammaticalness of her writing impressed the teacher.

grandeur

IPA: /ˈɡrændʒər/

KK: /ˈɡrændʒər/

noun

Definition: The quality of being impressive, magnificent, or grand in appearance or character.

Example: The grandeur of the ancient palace left everyone in awe.

grandiloquence

IPA: /ɡrænˈdɪləkwəns/

KK: /ɡrænˈdɪləkwəns/

noun

Definition: A style of speaking or writing that is very fancy and uses big words, often to impress others.

Example: The politician's grandiloquence made his speech sound impressive, but many found it difficult to understand.

grandiloquent

IPA: //ɡrænˈdɪləkwənt//

KK: /grænˈdɪləkwənt/

adjective

Definition: Using fancy or complicated words in a way that sounds impressive but may not be clear or straightforward.

Example: The politician's grandiloquent speech was filled with big words that confused many listeners.

grandiloquently

IPA: //ɡrænˈdɪləkwəntli//

KK: /grænˈdɪləkwəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is extravagant or pompous in speech or writing, often using elaborate language.

Example: The speaker grandiloquently described his achievements, impressing the audience with his elaborate vocabulary.

grandiose

IPA: //ˈɡræn.di.oʊs//

KK: /ˈɡrændiˌoʊs/

adjective

Definition: Having an impressive or extravagant quality, often in a way that seems exaggerated or showy.

Example: The grandiose plans for the new building included a massive atrium and a rooftop garden.

grandioseness

IPA: /ɡrænˈdiːoʊs.nəs/

KK: /ˈɡrændiˌoʊs.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being impressive or extravagant in appearance or style, often to an exaggerated degree.

Example: The grandioseness of the palace left the visitors in awe.

grandiosity

IPA: /ɡrænˈdiːəsɪti/

KK: /ɡrænˈdiːəsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being overly impressive or extravagant, often in a way that seems excessive or unrealistic.

Example: His grandiosity made it difficult for him to connect with others on a personal level.

granularity

IPA: /ɡrəˈnær.ʊ.lə.ti/

KK: /grænˈjuːlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being made up of small, distinct parts or grains.

Example: The granularity of the data allows for more detailed analysis.

granulate

IPA: /ˈɡrænjʊleɪt/

KK: /ˈgræn.jə.leɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change into small, grain-like pieces or to become grainy in texture.

Example: The sugar will granulate if left out in the open air for too long.

transitive verb

Definition: To break something down into small grains or particles.

Example: The chef decided to granulate the sugar to make it easier to dissolve in the mixture.

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