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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

editor

IPA: /ˈɛdɪtə/

KK: /ˈɛdɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who is responsible for preparing written material for publication, including making corrections and improvements.

Example: The editor reviewed the manuscript before it was published.

effable

IPA: /ˈɛf.ə.bəl/

KK: /ˈɛfəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be expressed in words or described clearly.

Example: The concept was so complex that it was hardly effable.

effeteness

IPA: /ɪˈfɛtənɪs/

KK: /ɪˈfɛtənɪs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being weak, ineffective, or worn out, often due to overuse or excessive indulgence.

Example: The effeteness of the once-great empire was evident in its inability to defend itself.

effigial

IPA: /ɛˈfɪdʒiəl/

KK: /ɛfˈɪdʒiəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to or resembling an effigy, which is a sculpture or model of a person.

Example: The artist created an effigial representation of the historical figure for the exhibition.

effloresce

IPA: /ˌɛf.ləˈrɛs/

KK: /ɛfˈlɔrɛs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change from a solid or liquid state into a powdery form, often due to losing water, or to produce flowers or blossoms.

Example: The salt began to effloresce when left out in the open air for too long.

efflorescent

IPA: /ˌɛf.ləˈrɛs.ənt/

KK: /ɛfˈlɔrɛsənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is blooming or flourishing, often used to refer to plants or flowers that are in full bloom.

Example: The garden was efflorescent, filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery.

effulgence

IPA: /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/

KK: /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/

noun

Definition: A bright and shining light or glow that is very impressive and beautiful.

Example: The effulgence of the sun made the entire landscape sparkle.

egalitarian

IPA: /ˌɛɡəˈlɛtəriən/

KK: /ɪˌɡælɪˈtɛrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the belief that all people should have equal rights and opportunities in society.

Example: The organization promotes an egalitarian approach to education, ensuring that every student has access to the same resources.

egalitarianism

IPA: /ˌɛɡəˌlɛtəˈrɪnɪzəm/

KK: /ɪˌgælɪˈtɛrɪənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The belief or principle that all people should have equal rights and opportunities in society.

Example: Egalitarianism promotes the idea that everyone deserves the same rights and privileges, regardless of their background.

eicosanoid

IPA: /aɪˈkɔːsəˌnɔɪd/

KK: /aɪˈkɔːsəˌnɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of substance that comes from a fatty acid and plays a role in various cellular functions in the body.

Example: Eicosanoids are important for regulating inflammation and immune responses.

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