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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

hebdomadal

IPA: /hɛbˈdɒmədəl/

KK: /hɛbˈdɒmədəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring every week.

Example: The hebdomadal meeting is scheduled for every Monday.

hebdomadally

IPA: /hɛbˈdɒmədəli/

KK: /hɛbˈdɒmədəli/

adverb

Definition: Occurring every seven days; happening once a week.

Example: The club meets hebdomadally to discuss their projects.

hebephrenia

IPA: /hɛˈbiːfrəniə/

KK: /hɛˈbiːfrəniə/

noun

Definition: A mental disorder that is a type of schizophrenia, marked by silly behavior, inappropriate laughter, and delusions without a clear theme.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with hebepherenia after displaying erratic behavior and inappropriate laughter.

hebephrenic

IPA: /həˈbiːfrənɪk/

KK: /həˈbiːfrənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of schizophrenia that typically occurs in adolescence, characterized by inappropriate emotional responses and disorganized behavior.

Example: The patient exhibited hebephrenic symptoms, making it difficult for him to interact socially.

hectometer

IPA: /hɛkˈtɒmɪtə/

KK: /hɛkˈtɑːmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement in the metric system that is equal to 100 meters.

Example: The field is about three hectometers long.

hedge

IPA: /hɛdʒ/

KK: /hɛdʒ/

adjective

Definition: Related to or designed for a type of fence or boundary made of plants, or something that is close to a boundary.

Example: The hedge plants in the garden provide privacy and beauty.

intransitive verb

Definition: To avoid giving a clear answer or to make a statement less definite.

Example: When asked about his plans, he decided to hedge instead of giving a straight answer.

noun

Definition: A row of closely planted shrubs or small trees that forms a fence or boundary, or a way to protect against financial loss.

Example: The garden was surrounded by a tall hedge that provided privacy.

transitive verb

Definition: To limit or protect against potential loss by making a counterbalancing move, often in finance or betting.

Example: He decided to hedge his bets by investing in both stocks and bonds.

hedonic

IPA: /hɪˈdɒnɪk/

KK: /hɪˈdɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the pursuit of pleasure or enjoyment.

Example: Many people seek a hedonic lifestyle, focusing on experiences that bring them joy.

hedonically

IPA: /hɪˈdɒnɪkli/

KK: /hɪˈdɒnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to pleasure or enjoyment.

Example: She approached life hedonically, always seeking new experiences that brought her joy.

hedonics

IPA: /hɪˈdɒnɪks/

KK: /hɪˈdɒnɪks/

noun

Definition: The study of pleasure and how it relates to happiness and well-being, often in the context of ethics and psychology.

Example: Hedonics explores how our experiences of pleasure influence our decisions and behaviors.

hedonism

IPA: /ˈhɛdəˌnɪzəm/

KK: /ˈhɛdənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A belief or philosophy that pleasure or happiness is the most important thing in life, and that people should seek to enjoy life as much as possible.

Example: Many people believe that hedonism leads to a more fulfilling life by prioritizing personal happiness.

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