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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

nascency

IPA: /ˈneɪsənsi/

KK: /ˈnæsənsi/

noun

Definition: A state of beginning or being in the early stages of development.

Example: The nascence of the new technology has sparked interest among investors.

natant

IPA: /ˈneɪtənt/

KK: /ˈneɪtnt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is floating or swimming in water.

Example: The natant plants in the pond provide shelter for small fish.

natatorial

IPA: /nəˈteɪtərɪəl/

KK: /nəˈteɪtərɪəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is related to or designed for swimming.

Example: The natatorial features of the bird help it glide effortlessly through the water.

natatory

IPA: /ˈnætəˌtɔːri/

KK: /ˈnætəˌtɔri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of swimming or capable of swimming.

Example: The natatory abilities of the frog allow it to move easily in water.

necessitarian

IPA: /nɪˈsɛsɪˌtɛrɪən/

KK: /nɪˈsɛsɪˌtɛrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the idea that everything happens out of necessity and that free will does not exist, often contrasted with the belief in free will.

Example: The necessitarian view suggests that all events are determined by prior causes, leaving no room for chance or free choice.

noun

Definition: A person who believes that everything happens out of necessity and that free will does not exist.

Example: The necessitarian argued that all events are determined by prior causes, leaving no room for free choice.

nefarious

IPA: /nəˈfɛəriəs/

KK: /nəˈfɛrɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Known for being very evil or wicked, often in a way that is shocking or immoral.

Example: The villain in the story had a nefarious plan to take over the world.

nefariously

IPA: /nəˈfɛrɪəsli/

KK: /nəˈfɛrɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is wicked or criminal; doing something evil or morally wrong.

Example: The villain nefariously plotted to take over the world.

negator

IPA: /nɪˈɡeɪtə/

KK: /nɪˈɡeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes something negative or denies its existence or truth.

Example: In logic, a negator is used to reverse the truth value of a statement.

nematology

IPA: /ˌnɛm.əˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/

KK: /nɛməˈtɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of a type of roundworm known as nematodes, which are often found in soil and water and can affect plants and animals.

Example: Researchers in nematology study how these roundworms impact agriculture and ecosystems.

neoclassic

IPA: //ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪk//

KK: /niːoʊˈklæsɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style that revives or adapts the classical traditions, especially in art, literature, music, or architecture.

Example: The neoclassic style of architecture is characterized by its grandeur and symmetry.

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