Exam: TOEFL

Definition: A strong action taken to restrict or control something, often involving new rules or regulations.

Example: The government announced a clampdown on illegal activities in the city.

Definition: Something that is done secretly, often to hide something illegal or wrong.

Example: They held a clandestine meeting to discuss their plans.

Definition: In a way that is secret and not meant to be known by others.

Example: They clandestinely met to discuss their plans without anyone noticing.

Definition: The condition of being secret or hidden, often because it involves something that is not allowed or is illegal.

Example: The clandestineness of their meetings raised suspicions among the authorities.

Definition: The quality of being secret or hidden, often because it is illegal or not approved.

Example: The clandestinity of their meetings raised suspicions among the authorities.

Definition: To produce a loud, ringing sound, often associated with metal striking metal.

Example: The bells began to clangor, filling the air with their loud sound.

Definition: A loud, harsh sound made by metal objects hitting each other, often repeated.

Example: The clangor of the bells echoed through the town.

Definition: Describing a loud, harsh, and ringing sound, often associated with metal striking metal.

Example: The clangorous noise of the metal gates echoed through the empty hall.

Definition: In a way that produces a loud, harsh sound; making a clanging noise.

Example: The bells rang clangorously, echoing through the valley.

Definition: Tending to stick closely to a group and not welcome outsiders.

Example: The clannish community rarely interacted with people from outside their neighborhood.

Definition: In a way that shows a strong loyalty to one's own group or family, often excluding outsiders.

Example: The members of the community acted clannishly, only supporting those who belonged to their group.