Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Relating to the act of simony, which is the buying or selling of ecclesiastical privileges, such as church offices or sacraments.

Example: The church condemned simoniacal practices as corrupt and unethical.

Definition: In a way that relates to or involves simplices, which are basic building blocks in geometry and topology.

Example: The data was organized simplicially to facilitate analysis.

Definition: A representation or image of something, often lacking the original's substance or reality.

Example: The artist created a simulacrum of the famous statue, capturing its essence but not its physical form.

Definition: Relating to the front part of the head, specifically the area above the forehead.

Example: The doctor examined the sincipital region for any signs of swelling.

Definition: A small orchestra, often made up mainly of string instruments, or a shorter symphony with fewer instruments than usual.

Example: The sinfonietta performed a beautiful piece that showcased the talents of its string players.

Definition: Related to the study of the Chinese language, literature, or culture.

Example: She is an expert in sinological studies, focusing on ancient Chinese texts.

Definition: A person who studies or is knowledgeable about Chinese language, literature, and history.

Example: As a sinologue, she has dedicated her career to understanding ancient Chinese texts.

Definition: The study of the history, language, and culture of China.

Example: She decided to pursue sinology to better understand Chinese culture and history.

Definition: A philosophical attitude of doubt or skepticism about the nature of reality and knowledge.

Example: Her skepsis about the new theory led her to conduct further research before accepting it.

Definition: The quality or state of making false spoken statements that damage someone's reputation.

Example: The slanderousness of the accusations led to a public outcry.