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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

idioblast

IPA: /ˈɪdiəˌblæst/

KK: /ˈɪdiəˌblæst/

noun

Definition: A type of plant cell that has a different shape or structure compared to the surrounding cells.

Example: The idioblasts in the plant's tissue help it adapt to its environment.

idiomatically

IPA: /ˌɪdɪəˈmætɪkli/

KK: /ɪdɪəˈmætɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is natural and typical for a particular language or group of people, often using expressions that are not literally true.

Example: She speaks idiomatically, using phrases that are common in her culture.

idiotism

IPA: /ˈɪdiətɪzəm/

KK: /ˈɪdiətɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A way of expressing something that is unique to a particular language, or a lack of intelligence or foolishness.

Example: His constant mistakes were a clear example of his idiotism.

idolator

IPA: //ˈaɪdələtər//

KK: /ˈaɪdələtər/

noun

Definition: A person who worships idols or has excessive admiration for someone or something.

Example: The idolator followed the celebrity everywhere, hoping to catch a glimpse of their favorite star.

idoneity

IPA: /aɪˈdoʊniːɪti/

KK: /aɪˈdoʊniːɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being suitable or adequate for a particular purpose or situation.

Example: The idoneity of the candidate for the job was evident in her extensive experience and skills.

idoneous

IPA: //aɪˈdoʊniəs//

KK: /aɪˈdoʊniəs/

adjective

Definition: Suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation.

Example: The idoneous conditions for planting crops include good soil and adequate sunlight.

ignobility

IPA: /ɪɡˈnoʊbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪgˈnoʊbəlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being dishonorable or having low moral standards.

Example: His actions revealed a sense of ignobility that shocked everyone around him.

ignominious

IPA: /ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/

KK: /ɪgˈnɒmɪnɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Deserving of shame or disgrace; causing embarrassment or humiliation.

Example: The team's ignominious defeat left the players feeling ashamed.

illaudable

IPA: /ɪˈlɔːdəbl/

KK: /ɪˈlɔːdəbl/

adjective

Definition: Not deserving praise or admiration; something that is not commendable.

Example: His actions were considered illaudable by his peers, as they did not reflect good character.

illegibility

IPA: /ɪlˈɛdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪlˈɛdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being hard to read or unclear in writing or print.

Example: The illegibility of the note made it impossible to understand the message.

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