Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: A small application designed to perform a specific task, often with limited features and resources.

Example: I used a weather applet to check the forecast on my computer.

Definition: This word describes something that is related to the grammatical construction where two elements are placed side by side, with one element serving to define or modify the other.

Example: In the phrase 'my brother, the doctor', 'the doctor' is in appositional relation to 'my brother'.

Definition: Relating to a grammatical construction where a noun or noun phrase is placed next to another noun for clarification or identification.

Example: In the sentence 'My brother, a doctor, lives in New York', the phrase 'a doctor' is an appositive that gives more information about 'my brother'.

Definition: A word or phrase that is placed next to another word to explain or identify it more clearly.

Example: In the sentence 'My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar', 'a talented musician' is an appositive that describes 'my brother'.

Definition: A close approach of two celestial objects, often referring to their alignment or interaction in space.

Example: The appulse of the planets created a stunning sight in the night sky.

Definition: An item or right that is added to something more important, often related to property or equipment used for a specific purpose.

Example: The appurtenance of the house included a garage and a small garden.

Definition: Related to something that is an accessory or a supplementary part of a property or legal right.

Example: The appurtenant rights to the land include access to the water source.

Definition: A thing that is added to something else, often providing additional support or functionality.

Example: The appurtenant structures around the main building enhance its overall design.

Definition: Related to a curved or rounded part of a building, especially in architecture, often referring to the area where the altar is located.

Example: The church features an apsidal design that enhances its acoustics.

Definition: Relating to a style that features intricate patterns and designs, often inspired by Islamic art.

Example: The dancer performed an arabesque, showcasing her flexibility and grace.

Definition: A decorative design or pattern that features intricate, interwoven shapes, often inspired by nature, or a ballet position where a dancer stands on one leg with the other leg and arms extended in different directions.

Example: The artist used an arabesque pattern to decorate the walls of the room.

Definition: Relating to the Arab people, their culture, or the Arabic language.

Example: She is learning Arabic to communicate better with her friends from the Middle East.

Definition: A language spoken by people in many countries in the Middle East and North Africa, known for its rich history and cultural significance.

Example: She is learning Arabic to communicate better with her friends from Egypt.

Definition: A type of animal that includes spiders, scorpions, mites, and ticks. They have eight legs and a body divided into two main parts.

Example: The spider is an example of an arachnid.