Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Very dark and gloomy, often associated with death or the underworld.

Example: The stygian depths of the cave made it impossible to see anything.

Definition: The act of designing or presenting something in a particular style, often to make it more artistic or visually appealing.

Example: The artist's work is known for its unique stylization that blends modern and traditional elements.

Definition: The act of writing or drawing with a stylus, often on a surface like wax or paper.

Example: The artist used stylography to create intricate designs on the wax tablet.

Definition: The condition of being able to be taken to court or sued for legal reasons.

Example: The company's suability was questioned after the incident.

Definition: Able to be taken to court for legal action.

Example: If someone breaks a contract, they may be suable for damages.

Definition: A waxy and waterproof material found in the cell walls of cork tissue in plants, which helps protect and insulate them.

Example: Suberin is important for the waterproofing of cork cells in trees.

Definition: The process in which a substance called suberin is deposited on the walls of plant cells, leading to the formation of cork tissue.

Example: The suberization of plant cells helps protect them from water loss and pathogens.

Definition: Describing something that is dark, dull, or gloomy in color.

Example: The room was painted in a subfusc shade that made it feel smaller and more closed in.

Definition: A type of clothing that is dark and dull in color.

Example: The students were required to wear subfusc attire for the formal ceremony.

Definition: The act of a vassal leasing part of their feudal estate to another tenant, who then pays loyalty to the vassal.

Example: The lord allowed for subinfeudation, enabling his vassals to lease portions of their land to others.

Definition: The condition of being located underneath something else.

Example: The subjacency of the water table affects the growth of plants in the area.