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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

carcinogenic

IPA: //ˌkɑːrsɪˈnədʒɛnɪk//

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Causing or likely to cause cancer.

Example: Some chemicals are known to be carcinogenic and should be handled with care.

carcinogenicity

IPA: /ˌkɑːrsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or condition of causing cancer.

Example: The carcinogenicity of certain chemicals is a major concern for public health.

carpellate

IPA: /kɑːrˈpɛl.eɪt/

KK: /kɑrˈpɛlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a plant that has carpels, which are the female reproductive parts of flowers.

Example: The carpellate flowers of the plant are essential for its reproduction.

cartographical

IPA: /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfɪkəl/

KK: /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the creation and study of maps.

Example: The cartographical skills of the team helped them create accurate maps for the expedition.

cartulary

IPA: /ˈkɑːrtjʊləri/

KK: /ˈkɑːrtjʊləri/

noun

Definition: A book or collection that contains copies of important documents, such as deeds or charters, often related to property ownership.

Example: The historian found valuable information in the ancient cartulary of the monastery.

caryatid

IPA: /ˌkærɪˈætɪd/

KK: /kɛrɪˌætɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of column that is shaped like a woman and is used to support a structure, often seen in classical architecture.

Example: The ancient temple featured several caryatids that added elegance to its design.

casuist

IPA: /ˈkæʒ.jʊ.ɪst/

KK: /ˈkæʒuɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is skilled in resolving moral problems by applying general ethical principles to specific cases.

Example: The casuist provided a detailed analysis of the ethical dilemma presented in the case study.

casuistic

IPA: //kæˈjuːɪstɪk//

KK: /kæˈzjuːɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the analysis of moral cases or situations, often involving subtle distinctions and reasoning.

Example: The lawyer's casuistic approach helped clarify the complex ethical issues in the case.

casuistical

IPA: //kæˈzjuːɪstɪk//

KK: /kæˈzjuːɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the use of moral principles to resolve specific cases or situations, often in a legal or ethical context.

Example: The lawyer's casuistical approach helped clarify the complex moral dilemmas in the case.

casuistry

IPA: /ˈkæʒ.ʊ.ɪ.stri/

KK: /ˈkæʒuɪstri/

noun

Definition: A type of reasoning that uses clever but misleading arguments to justify actions or decisions, often in moral or ethical contexts.

Example: The lawyer's use of casuistry made it difficult to determine the true nature of his client's actions.

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