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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

illustratively

IPA: /ˌɪl.əˈstræt.ɪv.li/

KK: /ɪlʌstrətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that helps to explain or clarify something, often by providing examples or illustrations.

Example: The teacher explained the concept illustratively, using diagrams and charts to help the students understand.

illustrious

IPA: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəs/

KK: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Famous and respected for past achievements or qualities.

Example: The scientist received an award for her illustrious career in research.

illustriously

IPA: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəsli/

KK: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very famous and respected, often because of achievements or qualities.

Example: She has lived an illustriously successful life, winning many awards for her contributions to science.

illustriousness

IPA: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəsnəs/

KK: /ɪˈlʌstrɪəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being well-known and respected for past achievements or greatness.

Example: Her illustriousness in the field of science earned her numerous awards and honors.

illuvial

IPA: /ɪˈluːviəl/

KK: /ɪˈluːviəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of illuviation, which is the movement of dissolved materials from one layer of soil to another.

Example: The illuvial layer of soil is rich in nutrients that have leached down from the upper layers.

illuviation

IPA: /ɪˌluːviˈeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌluːviˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process where materials like minerals and salts are deposited in a lower layer of soil after being washed out from a higher layer.

Example: Illuviation can significantly affect soil fertility by altering the distribution of nutrients.

imagery

IPA: /ˈɪmɪdʒəri/

KK: /ˈɪmɪdʒəri/

noun

Definition: A collection of images or pictures that create a visual representation in art, literature, or the mind.

Example: The poet used vivid imagery to help readers visualize the scene.

imaginableness

IPA: /ɪˈmædʒɪnəblnəs/

KK: /ɪˈmædʒɪnəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to be imagined or thought of in the mind.

Example: The imaginableness of her ideas inspired everyone in the room.

imaginal

IPA: /ɪˈmædʒɪnəl/

KK: /ɪˈmædʒɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to an image or the final stage of an insect's development.

Example: The imaginal stage of the butterfly is when it emerges from the chrysalis.

imaginative

IPA: /ɪˈmædʒɪnətɪv/

KK: /ɪˈmædʒɪnətɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is full of new and creative ideas, often thinking outside the box.

Example: The imaginative story captured the attention of all the children.

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