Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: A type of financial penalty that is imposed as a punishment, usually for a wrongdoing or violation, and is not set by law.

Example: The court imposed an amercement on the defendant for his misconduct.

Definition: A person who is not directly involved in a legal case but offers information or advice to help the court make a decision.

Example: The court allowed an amicus to present their views on the matter.

Definition: A type of cell division where the nucleus splits directly into two parts without the usual process of forming chromosomes or using spindle fibers.

Example: Amitosis is a type of cell division that occurs in certain unicellular organisms.

Definition: Relating to a type of cell division that does not involve the usual process of mitosis, where the nucleus divides without the formation of chromosomes.

Example: The amitotic division of the cell was observed under the microscope.

Definition: Amoralism is the belief or doctrine that disregards moral principles and ethical standards, suggesting that moral issues are not important or relevant.

Example: The philosophy of amoralism suggests that moral considerations should not influence decision-making.

Definition: The act of taking away someone's possession or removing someone from a position, especially in a corporate context.

Example: The board decided on the amotion of the CEO due to his poor performance.

Definition: Relating to an ancient Greek council of representatives from various states, known as the Amphictyonic League, which was formed to manage common religious and political interests.

Example: The Amphictyonic League played a crucial role in maintaining peace among the Greek city-states.

Definition: Referring to an organism that has two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

Example: The amphidiploid plant showed increased vigor compared to its diploid relatives.

Definition: An organism that has two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

Example: The amphidiploid plant showed traits from both of its parent species.

Definition: A genetic condition where an organism has two complete sets of chromosomes from both parents, resulting in a diploid state.

Example: Amphidiploidy can occur in certain plant species, leading to increased genetic diversity.

Definition: The process of the joining of male and female reproductive cells during sexual reproduction.

Example: Amphimixis is essential for the formation of a new organism in many species.