Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Relating to or resembling a deep, wide gap or void.

Example: The chasmic divide between the two groups made communication difficult.

Definition: The highest degree of being pure, modest, or innocent, especially in relation to sexual conduct.

Example: She was known for her chastest behavior, always acting with dignity and respect.

Definition: Describing a surface that has a shifting or changing shine or color, often showing a band of light that moves as you look at it.

Example: The gemstone was chatoyant, displaying a beautiful play of light across its surface.

Definition: A type of gemstone that displays a unique optical effect, resembling the slit-eye of a cat, which creates a band of light across its surface.

Example: The jeweler showcased a beautiful chatoyant stone that shimmered in the light.

Definition: A process by which certain organisms obtain energy through chemical reactions instead of using sunlight.

Example: Some bacteria survive in extreme environments by using chemoautotrophy to produce energy.

Definition: A painter who focuses on using light and shadow to create depth and volume in their artwork, rather than relying on color.

Example: The chiaroscurist skillfully blended light and dark to give the painting a three-dimensional effect.

Definition: The use of light and dark in art to create a sense of volume and depth, often seen in paintings and drawings.

Example: The artist used chiaroscuro to give the portrait a dramatic effect.

Definition: A term used in biology and literature that refers to a crossing or arrangement of elements in a specific pattern, often creating a mirror effect.

Example: The chiasm in the poem highlighted the contrast between love and loss.

Definition: Relating to a specific type of crossing or intersection, often used in anatomy or biology to describe structures that cross over each other.

Example: The chiasmal structure in the brain is crucial for visual processing.

Definition: A condition in which an individual has two or more genetically different cell lines, often resulting from the fusion of two embryos.

Example: The study of chimaerism can provide insights into genetic diversity and development.

Definition: In a way that is imaginary or fantastical, often involving unrealistic ideas or dreams.

Example: The artist painted chimerically, creating scenes that seemed to come from a dream.