Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Ceremonies or rituals performed in connection with a funeral.

Example: The family arranged for the obsequies to honor their loved one.

Definition: Describing something that is becoming outdated or no longer useful.

Example: Many technologies are obsolescent due to rapid advancements in the field.

Definition: No longer used or useful; outdated or replaced by something newer.

Example: Many technologies become obsolete as new innovations are developed.

Definition: To make something no longer useful or relevant, often because it has been replaced by something newer or better.

Example: The rapid advancement of technology can obsolete many products within a few years.

Definition: The quality or state of being outdated or no longer in use.

Example: The obsoleteness of the technology made it difficult for the company to compete.

Definition: To make something less intense or to dull its effect.

Example: The medication helped to obtund the pain after the surgery.

Definition: The quality of being slow to understand or perceive things; a lack of sharpness or quickness in thought.

Example: His obtusity made it difficult for him to grasp the concept during the lecture.

Definition: The action of preventing something from happening or making it unnecessary.

Example: The new safety measures led to the obviation of many accidents.

Definition: A person who prevents or avoids something from happening, especially difficulties or problems.

Example: The obviator of the issue proposed a solution that satisfied everyone.

Definition: A type of government where the control is in the hands of a large group of people, often leading to chaotic or mob-like behavior.

Example: In an ochlocracy, decisions are made by the crowd rather than through established laws or leaders.

Definition: A person who supports or believes in the idea of mob rule, where the majority can control or influence decisions, often disregarding established laws or authority.

Example: The ochlocrat argued that the will of the people should always take precedence over the law.