Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: A formal statement or poem in which someone takes back or retracts something they previously said or wrote.

Example: In his latest palinode, the poet expressed regret for his earlier views on love.

Definition: In a way that relates to the study of pollen and spores.

Example: The researchers analyzed the samples palynologically to understand the ancient climate.

Definition: A complete collection or summary of laws or legal principles, often covering an entire subject or system of law.

Example: The lawyer referred to the pandect to find the relevant legal codes for the case.

Definition: A formal piece of writing or speech that praises someone or something highly, often in a public setting.

Example: The author delivered a panegyric at the award ceremony, celebrating the achievements of the honoree.

Definition: In a way that expresses great admiration or praise, often in a formal or elaborate manner.

Example: The speaker spoke panegyrically about the achievements of the award winner.

Definition: A person who praises someone or something in a formal speech or writing, often in a way that is very enthusiastic or flattering.

Example: The panegyrist delivered a heartfelt tribute to the retiring professor during the ceremony.

Definition: The practice of random mating among individuals in a breeding population, which helps maintain genetic diversity.

Example: In a panmixia system, all individuals have an equal chance of mating with any other individual in the population.

Definition: A term used in genetics to describe a situation where all individuals in a population are potential partners for mating, leading to random mating without restrictions.

Example: In a population exhibiting panmixis, any individual can mate with any other individual, promoting genetic diversity.

Definition: A complete or universal knowledge that encompasses all subjects or a system that aims to achieve such knowledge.

Example: The philosopher dedicated his life to the pursuit of pansophy, believing that true wisdom comes from understanding everything.

Definition: Relating to the belief that God is present in all things and that the universe and God are identical.

Example: The philosopher's views were considered pantheistical, as he believed that everything in nature was a manifestation of the divine.