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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

canonicity

IPA: /kəˈnɒnɪsɪti/

KK: /kəˈnɒnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being accepted as a standard or authoritative in a particular field, often related to literature, religion, or art.

Example: The canonicity of the text was debated among scholars for many years.

canorousness

IPA: /kəˈnɔːrəsnəs/

KK: /kəˈnɔrəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being musical or melodious, often referring to sounds that are pleasant to hear.

Example: The canorousness of the choir filled the church with beautiful music.

cantillate

IPA: //kænˈtɪleɪt//

KK: /kæn'tɪleɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To chant or recite a religious text in a musical and monotone manner.

Example: The choir will cantillate the psalms during the service.

capacious

IPA: /kəˈpeɪʃəs/

KK: /kəˈpeɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Able to hold a lot of things; very spacious or roomy.

Example: The capacious suitcase can hold all my clothes for the trip.

capaciously

IPA: /kəˈpeɪʃəsli/

KK: /kəˈpeɪʃəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that allows a lot of space or room; spaciously.

Example: The suitcase was capaciously designed to hold many items without being bulky.

caparison

IPA: /ˌkæpəˈrɪsən/

KK: /kæpəˌrɪsən/

noun

Definition: A decorative covering for a horse, often used to enhance its appearance, or rich clothing that is ornate and fancy.

Example: The knight's horse was adorned with a beautiful caparison during the parade.

transitive verb

Definition: To dress someone or something in elaborate or decorative clothing, especially a horse with a special covering.

Example: The knight's horse was caparisoned in beautiful fabrics for the parade.

capitalize

IPA: /ˈkæpɪˌtaɪz/

KK: /ˈkæpɪˌtaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To write a word with a capital letter at the beginning, or to convert something into capital or assets.

Example: Please capitalize the first letter of each sentence in your essay.

capitular

IPA: /kəˈpɪtʃələr/

KK: /kəˈpɪtʃələr/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to a chapter, particularly in a religious context.

Example: The capitular meeting was held to discuss the church's future plans.

capitulate

IPA: /kəˈpɪtʃʊleɪt/

KK: /kəˈpɪtʃʊleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop resisting and accept defeat or the terms set by someone else.

Example: After a long battle, the army decided to capitulate and accept the terms of surrender.

capriccio

IPA: /kəˈprɪtʃioʊ/

KK: /kəˈprɪtʃioʊ/

noun

Definition: A playful or whimsical idea, often used to describe a light-hearted prank or a lively piece of music that is free in form and improvisational in style.

Example: The composer wrote a capriccio that showcased his creativity and spontaneity.

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