Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Describing something that has a dream-like quality, often mixing real and imaginary elements, or showing rapid changes in light and color.

Example: The artist's painting was phantasmagoric, filled with swirling colors and surreal images that seemed to come alive.

Definition: The practice of being hypocritical by strictly following rules or laws while ignoring their true meaning or purpose.

Example: His pharisaism was evident in how he judged others for not following the rules he himself often broke.

Definition: Related to the study of how genes affect a person's response to drugs.

Example: Pharmacogenomic testing can help doctors choose the right medication for their patients.

Definition: Relating to the study of drugs and their effects on the body.

Example: The pharmacological properties of the new medication were thoroughly tested before approval.

Definition: Related to a book or collection that contains a list of medicinal drugs and their effects.

Example: The pharmacopeial standards ensure the quality and safety of medications.

Definition: Relating to a book or official publication that contains a list of medicinal drugs and their effects.

Example: The pharmacopoeial standards ensure the quality and safety of medications.

Definition: A medical condition where the pharynx, located at the back of the throat, becomes swollen and inflamed, often causing a sore throat.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with pharyngitis after she complained of a sore throat and difficulty swallowing.

Definition: A type of insect that belongs to the order Phasmida, known for its ability to mimic plants like leaves or sticks, often found in tropical regions.

Example: The phasmid can blend into its surroundings, making it hard for predators to spot.

Definition: A white crystalline substance used as a local anesthetic, especially in eye surgery.

Example: The doctor applied phenacaine to numb the area before the procedure.

Definition: A synthetic drug used mainly in veterinary medicine as an anesthetic, but also misused as a hallucinogen.

Example: Phencyclidine is sometimes referred to as PCP and is known for its hallucinogenic effects.