Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Focused on seeking pleasure and enjoyment in life.

Example: His hedonistic lifestyle often led him to extravagant parties and indulgent experiences.

Definition: In a way that seeks pleasure and enjoyment as the main goal in life.

Example: She lived hedonistically, always pursuing the next thrill or pleasure.

Definition: Being careful and attentive to something; showing awareness and consideration.

Example: She was heedful of the advice given by her mentor.

Definition: The quality of not paying attention or being careless about something important.

Example: His heedlessness led to several mistakes in the project.

Definition: A person or group that has a dominant influence or control over others, especially in political or social contexts.

Example: The country emerged as a hegemon in the region, influencing the policies of its neighbors.

Definition: Relating to the dominance or leadership of one group over others, especially in social, political, or economic contexts.

Example: The country's hegemonic influence in the region has shaped its political landscape.

Definition: The control or influence that one group or country has over others, often in a political or cultural context.

Example: The country's hegemony in the region has led to significant changes in local policies.

Definition: Increased in strength or level; made more intense or serious.

Example: The heightened emotions during the ceremony made it very memorable.

Definition: To make something greater or more intense, often referring to feelings, situations, or conditions.

Example: The new evidence heightened the tension in the room.

Definition: Extremely bad or evil, often used to describe actions that are morally wrong or shocking.

Example: The judge described the act as a heinous crime that shocked the entire community.

Definition: In a very bad or shocking way that is morally wrong or evil.

Example: The crime was committed heinously, leaving the community in shock.