Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: The powerful effect that occurs when energy is suddenly released in an explosion, causing shattering or breaking.

Example: The brisance of the explosive was so strong that it shattered windows miles away.

Definition: A software application that allows users to access and view content on the Internet, such as websites and online information.

Example: I opened my browser to search for the latest news.

Definition: The branch of biology that focuses on the study of mosses and other non-vascular plants known as bryophytes.

Example: She decided to specialize in bryology because of her love for mosses and their ecosystems.

Definition: A system of managing a government or organization through various departments and officials who are not elected, often characterized by strict rules and procedures.

Example: The new policy aims to reduce the amount of red tape in the bureaucracy.

Definition: A group of eight bits that computers use to store information, often representing a single character or a small amount of data.

Example: The file size is measured in bytes, and it determines how much data can be stored.

Definition: A person who is part of a secret group or who studies mystical or hidden knowledge, often related to Jewish mysticism.

Example: The cabalist shared his insights on the ancient texts with the group.

Definition: Relating to evil or demonic forces; characterized by malevolence or wickedness.

Example: The story featured a cacodemonic creature that haunted the villagers at night.

Definition: A toxic liquid compound that has a strong garlic-like smell and contains arsenic.

Example: Cacodyl is known for its harmful effects and is used in some chemical processes.

Definition: Poor quality of handwriting or spelling that is difficult to read or understand.

Example: The teacher struggled to read the student's work due to its cacography.

Definition: A wrong or misleading name, particularly used in scientific naming or classification.

Example: The term 'caconym' refers to a name that is incorrectly applied to a species.