Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: A person who studies or specializes in the science of liturgy, which involves the rituals and ceremonies of religious worship.

Example: The liturgiologist presented a fascinating lecture on the evolution of church services over the centuries.

Definition: The study of liturgy, which involves the rituals and ceremonies of public worship in various religious traditions.

Example: She is pursuing a degree in liturgiology to better understand the practices of different faiths.

Definition: To wash or filter out soluble substances from a material, usually by using water or another liquid.

Example: The chemist decided to lixiviate the soil sample to extract the minerals.

Definition: Causing feelings of disgust or strong dislike; repulsive.

Example: The loathly creature frightened everyone in the village.

Definition: In a manner that shows reluctance or unwillingness.

Example: She loathly accepted the terms of the agreement, feeling forced to comply.

Definition: The process of forming small, rounded sections called lobules, often seen in organs like the kidneys.

Example: The lobulation of the kidneys is important for their function.

Definition: A way of analyzing texts that emphasizes words and language while ignoring other important factors like the author's background or the historical context.

Example: Logocentrism can limit our understanding of a text by focusing only on its language and ignoring its broader implications.

Definition: Relating to symbols that represent words or phrases rather than sounds.

Example: Chinese characters are logogrammatic, as they convey meaning through symbols.

Definition: A person who engages in arguments or debates about the meanings of words.

Example: The logomach was known for his lengthy discussions on the definitions of various terms.

Definition: Feeling abandoned or lost; in a state of sadness or hopelessness.

Example: After losing her job, she felt lorn and alone.

Definition: Describing something that brings light or insight, either literally or figuratively.

Example: The luciferous ideas presented in the lecture opened my mind to new possibilities.