Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Relating to a grammatical structure where a word or phrase follows another word, typically indicating a relationship or function in a sentence.

Example: In some languages, postpositional phrases are used instead of prepositional phrases.

Definition: This term describes something that comes after a word, especially in grammar, where it is positioned following the noun or adjective it modifies.

Example: In the phrase 'the president elect', 'elect' is a postpositive adjective.

Definition: A word or particle that comes after another word in a sentence.

Example: In the phrase 'the president elect', 'elect' is a postpositive.

Definition: Relating to the period after the Romantic era, which lasted from about 1880 to 1914, often characterized by a shift in artistic and cultural expressions.

Example: The postromantic movement in literature explored themes of disillusionment and modernity.

Definition: Referring to a consonant sound that comes right after a vowel in a word.

Example: In the word 'cat', the letter 't' is a postvocalic consonant.

Definition: A person who has a lot of power and authority, often ruling over others like a king or queen.

Example: The potentate made decisions that affected the entire kingdom.

Definition: A fee or charge that is based on the weight of something measured in pounds, or a tax related to the value of goods per pound.

Example: The poundage for shipping the package was higher than expected due to its weight.

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to or associated with a meal.

Example: We enjoyed a prandial discussion over dinner.

Definition: The study of how people act and make decisions in various situations.

Example: Praxeology helps us understand the choices individuals make in their daily lives.

Definition: A type of payment or salary given to a member of the clergy, usually from the income of a church or cathedral.

Example: The bishop received a prebend for his service to the church.

Definition: A member of the Anglican church who has a special title and receives a payment for their work, but may not have a regular salary.

Example: The prebendary delivered a sermon at the cathedral last Sunday.