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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

invasive

IPA: /ɪnˈveɪsɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈveɪsɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that spreads or intrudes, often in a harmful way, such as a disease or military force.

Example: The invasive species took over the local ecosystem, harming native plants and animals.

invective

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing language that is harsh, insulting, or abusive towards someone or something.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with invective, attacking his opponents with strong and hurtful words.

noun

Definition: A type of language that is harsh, insulting, or abusive, often used to criticize or attack someone.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with invective against his opponents.

invectively

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛktɪvli/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves strong criticism or insults.

Example: He spoke invectively about the policies he disagreed with.

invectiveness

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛktɪvnəs/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛktɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of using harsh or insulting language; the tendency to criticize or attack someone verbally.

Example: His invectiveness during the debate shocked many viewers.

inveigher

IPA: /ɪnˈveɪɚ/

KK: /ɪnˈveɪɚ/

noun

Definition: A person who strongly criticizes or protests against something.

Example: The inveigher spoke passionately about the injustices in society.

inveigle

IPA: /ɪnˈveɪɡəl/

KK: /ɪnˈveɪɡəl/

transitive verb

Definition: To persuade someone to do something by using clever talk or flattery.

Example: She managed to inveigle him into attending the party with her.

inventively

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛntɪvli/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛntɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows creativity or originality; using imagination to create or solve problems.

Example: She approached the project inventively, coming up with unique solutions that impressed everyone.

inventiveness

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛntɪvnəs/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛntɪvnɪs/

noun

Definition: The ability to create new ideas or things; being original and imaginative.

Example: Her inventiveness helped the team come up with a unique solution to the problem.

inventor

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛntər/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛntər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates new things or ideas, often by using their imagination and skills.

Example: Thomas Edison is a famous inventor known for his work on the electric light bulb.

inventorial

IPA: /ɪnˈvɛntɔriəl/

KK: /ɪnˈvɛntɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a list of items, usually for the purpose of keeping track of goods or assets.

Example: The inventorial process helped the company manage its stock more effectively.

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