Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Relating to the act of preserving or protecting something, especially the environment or natural resources.

Example: The conservational efforts in the area have helped to protect endangered species.

Definition: Describing a statement or expression that can be evaluated as true or false, often used in discussions about language and meaning.

Example: The teacher explained that a constative statement is one that can be verified for its truthfulness.

Definition: A statement that describes a situation or expresses a fact, often used in discussions about language and communication.

Example: The teacher explained that a constative is different from a performative utterance.

Definition: Relating to the system of laws and principles that govern a country or organization, often outlined in a written document.

Example: The new law was found to be constitutional by the Supreme Court.

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Definition: In a way that is limited or restricted, often due to external pressures or rules.

Example: She spoke constrainedly, as if afraid to express her true feelings.

Definition: To interpret or explain the meaning of something, especially in terms of language or grammar.

Example: When reading poetry, it is important to construe the words carefully to understand their deeper meaning.

Definition: An explanation or interpretation of something, often involving how it is understood or translated.

Example: The construe of the ancient text revealed new insights into its meaning.

Definition: To interpret or explain the meaning of something, especially in a specific way.

Example: The teacher asked us to construe the poem in our own words.

Definition: A practice or custom that is followed by a group of people over time.

Example: In many cultures, certain rituals become a consuetude that is passed down through generations.

Definition: A book that contains the specific rituals and ceremonies used in the services of a certain religious community or order.

Example: The monk consulted the consuetudinary to ensure the rituals were performed correctly.

Definition: Complete or perfect in every way; having a high level of skill or accomplishment.

Example: She is a consummate professional who always delivers excellent work.

Definition: To complete or finish something, especially in a way that makes it fully successful or perfect.

Example: They decided to consummate their agreement with a formal signing ceremony.

Definition: To regard someone or something with a strong feeling of dislike or disrespect.

Example: She seemed to contemn his efforts to help her.

Definition: A person who shows disrespect or disobedience to a court of law.

Example: The judge declared him a contemnor for ignoring the court's orders.