Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to or involving intervention, especially in a medical context where procedures are performed to improve health.

Example: The interventional approach helped many patients recover faster from their conditions.

Definition: The practice of getting involved in the affairs of another country or in domestic economic activities, often through government actions.

Example: The country's interventionism led to significant changes in its foreign policy.

Definition: A person who supports or advocates for the practice of intervening, especially in political or social matters.

Example: The interventionist argued that government action was necessary to address the crisis.

Definition: To take part in a formal conversation where questions are asked, often for a job or a media feature.

Example: She will interview for the position next week.

Definition: A formal meeting where someone is asked questions to find out their qualifications or opinions, often for a job or a news story.

Example: I have a job interview scheduled for next week.

Definition: To ask someone questions in order to find out their opinions, experiences, or qualifications, often for a job or a study.

Example: The company will interview several candidates for the position next week.

Definition: A person who asks questions to someone in order to get information, often during a job or media interview.

Example: The interviewer asked me several questions about my previous work experience.

Definition: Describing a sound or letter that appears between two vowels in a word.

Example: The intervocalic consonant in the word 'banana' is the letter 'n'.

Definition: The condition of not having a will when someone dies, which means their property will be distributed according to the law instead of their personal wishes.

Example: After his death, the intestacy of his estate led to a lengthy legal battle among his relatives.

Definition: Describing a person who has died without leaving a legal will, or referring to property that has not been distributed according to a will.

Example: When he passed away intestate, his estate was divided according to state laws.

Definition: A person who has died without leaving a legal will to determine how their property should be distributed.

Example: When he passed away intestate, his family had to go through a lengthy legal process to settle his estate.

Definition: Relating to the innermost layer of a structure, especially in biological contexts.

Example: The intimal layer of the artery is crucial for maintaining vascular health.

Definition: This word describes something that is very personal, private, or familiar. It can refer to close relationships or settings that feel cozy and private.

Example: They shared an intimate dinner at a small restaurant.

Definition: A very close friend or someone with whom you share personal thoughts and feelings.

Example: She confided in her intimate about her worries and dreams.

Definition: To make something known in a subtle or indirect way, often by hinting at it rather than stating it directly.

Example: She intimated her feelings for him without saying a word.