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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

indurate

IPA: /ɪnˈdjʊəreɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈdjuːrɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is hardened or unfeeling, either physically or emotionally.

Example: His indurate attitude made it difficult for him to empathize with others.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become hard or firm, often as a result of time or pressure.

Example: Over time, the clay will indurate and become solid.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something hard or tough, often through exposure to difficult conditions or experiences.

Example: The harsh winter indurated the soil, making it difficult for plants to grow.

indurated

IPA: /ɪnˈdjʊəreɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪnˈdʒʊr.ɪ.tɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has become hard or firm, often due to the presence of fibrous materials or other factors.

Example: The indurated soil made it difficult for the plants to grow.

verb

Definition: To become hard or solid, often as a result of a process like drying or aging.

Example: The clay indurated after being exposed to the sun for several days.

induration

IPA: /ˌɪn.dʒʊˈreɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈdʊəreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process or condition of becoming hard, especially in relation to soft tissues or organs due to inflammation or other factors.

Example: The doctor noted the induration of the skin during the examination.

industrialise

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlaɪz/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To develop industries in a country or region, making it more focused on manufacturing and production.

Example: The government plans to industrialise the rural areas to boost the economy.

industrialism

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlɪzəm/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstrɪəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A system in which large industries and factories play a major role in the economy and society, leading to the production of many goods and a focus on urban work.

Example: The rise of industrialism transformed the economy and society in the 19th century.

industrialist

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstriəlɪst/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstriəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who owns or manages a business in the manufacturing or industrial sector.

Example: The industrialist invested millions in renewable energy projects.

industriousness

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌstriəsnəs/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌstriəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being hardworking and dedicated to tasks or work.

Example: Her industriousness helped her achieve her goals and succeed in her career.

inebriant

IPA: /ɪˈniːbriənt/

KK: /ɪˈniːbriənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that causes a person to become drunk or intoxicated.

Example: The inebriant effects of the drink were felt after just a few sips.

noun

Definition: A substance that causes intoxication or drunkenness.

Example: The party served various inebriants, including wine and cocktails.

inebriate

IPA: /ɪˈniːbrieɪt/

KK: /ɪˈnibrɪˌeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Feeling or showing the effects of alcohol; drunk.

Example: After a few drinks, he became quite inebriate and started to slur his words.

noun

Definition: A person who is drunk or under the influence of alcohol.

Example: The party was full of inebriates, laughing and dancing without a care in the world.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone drunk or intoxicated, often by giving them alcohol.

Example: The party was so lively that it inebriated everyone who attended.

inebriation

IPA: /ɪˌniːbriˈeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˌniːbriˈeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The condition of being drunk or intoxicated, often due to consuming alcohol.

Example: After a few drinks, he fell into a state of inebriation and could barely walk straight.

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