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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

adhibit

IPA: /ædˈhɪbɪt/

KK: /ædˈhɪbɪt/

verb

Definition: To apply or provide something, like a treatment or remedy, or to attach something to a surface.

Example: The doctor decided to adhibit the necessary treatment to the patient immediately.

adiposity

IPA: /ˌædɪˈpɒsɪti/

KK: /ædɪˈpɑsɪti/

noun

Definition: A condition characterized by an excessive amount of body fat, often leading to health issues.

Example: The doctor expressed concern about the patient's adiposity and its potential health risks.

adjective

IPA: //ˈædʒɪktɪv//

KK: /ˈædʒɪktɪv/

adjective

Definition: A word that describes or gives more information about a noun, often indicating qualities, quantities, or states.

Example: The tall building was visible from miles away.

noun

Definition: A word that describes or gives more information about a noun, such as its qualities, quantities, or characteristics. For example, in the phrase 'a tall building', 'tall' is an adjective that describes the building.

Example: In the phrase 'the tall building', 'tall' is an adjective that describes the noun 'building'.

adjudge

IPA: //əˈdʒʌdʒ//

KK: /ədˈʒʌg/

transitive verb

Definition: To make a formal decision about something, especially in a legal context, such as deciding who should receive a reward or determining someone's status.

Example: The court will adjudge the damages owed to the plaintiff.

adjudicate

IPA: //əˈdʒuː.dɪ.keɪt//

KK: /ədˈʒudɪˌkeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a decision or judgment about a dispute or issue, often in a formal setting.

Example: The committee will adjudicate on the matter next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a formal decision about a legal case or to resolve a disagreement by using a legal process.

Example: The judge will adjudicate the case next week.

adjudication

IPA: //əˌdʒuːdɪˈkeɪʃən//

KK: /ədʒuːdɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making a decision or judgment about a legal case or dispute.

Example: The adjudication of the case took several months before a final decision was reached.

adjudicative

IPA: //əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪtɪv//

KK: /ədˈʒudɪˌkeɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of making a formal judgment or decision about a dispute or legal case.

Example: The adjudicative process ensures that all parties receive a fair hearing.

adjudicator

IPA: //əˈdʒuːdɪkeɪtə//

KK: /ədˈʒudɪˌkeɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who makes a decision or judgment in a dispute or competition, often in a legal or formal context.

Example: The adjudicator made a fair decision in the dispute between the two parties.

adjudicatory

IPA: /ədʒʊˈdɪkətəri/

KK: /ədˈʒudɪˌkeɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the process of making a formal judgment or decision about a dispute or legal case.

Example: The adjudicatory process ensures that all parties receive a fair hearing.

administrator

IPA: //ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪtə//

KK: /ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person who manages or oversees the operations of an organization, such as a business, school, or government agency.

Example: The administrator organized the annual conference for the school district.

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