Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: To change into wood or become woody by developing lignin in the cell walls.

Example: As the plant matures, it will lignify, giving it a stronger structure.

Definition: To turn into wood or a wood-like substance by adding lignin, which is a complex organic polymer found in the cell walls of many plants.

Example: The plant cells will lignify as they mature, giving them strength and structure.

Definition: Describing a shape that is strap-like or having a specific structure called a ligule.

Example: The ligulate flowers of the plant are easily recognizable due to their unique shape.

Definition: The point at which a person begins to notice or respond to a stimulus, whether it be physical or mental.

Example: The doctor explained that the limen for pain varies from person to person.

Definition: To create a picture or representation of something through drawing or painting, or to describe something in detail.

Example: The artist will limn the beautiful landscape on canvas.

Definition: A person who is skilled in several languages or studies language scientifically.

Example: The linguist gave a fascinating lecture on the evolution of language.

Definition: A type of writing or word that deliberately leaves out one or more letters or symbols.

Example: The author created a lipogram by writing a novel without using the letter 'e'.

Definition: The amount of cash or assets that can quickly be turned into cash, which is important for meeting short-term financial obligations.

Example: The company improved its liquidity by selling some of its assets.

Definition: In a way that relates to literature or written works, often emphasizing the artistic or stylistic aspects of language.

Example: The author wrote literarily, using rich imagery and complex characters to engage the reader.

Definition: This term means exactly as stated, without any changes or alterations, often used to refer to a precise repetition of words or text.

Example: The teacher asked the students to copy the text literatim for their homework.

Definition: In exactly the same words; word for word.

Example: The teacher asked us to copy the text literatim for our homework.

Definition: A person who is knowledgeable about literature and often well-educated, typically used in the plural form.

Example: The literati gathered to discuss the latest trends in contemporary literature.