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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Analysis, Judgment & Problem Solving

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
the matter at hand

the issue, topic, or task currently being dealt with or discussed

Ex: She kept bringing up unrelated points instead of the matter at hand. 
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criteria
criteria
[noun]

the guidelines or principles that help decide whether something meets a specific expectation or requirement

Ex: The criteria for passing the exam include answering at least 70% of the questions correctly. 
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deduction
deduction
[noun]

the process of using general rules or ideas to make a specific conclusion

Ex: The detective used logical deduction to identify the culprit from the available clues. 
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hypothesis

an explanation based on limited facts and evidence that is not yet proved to be true

Ex: The scientist developed a hypothesis to explain the observed phenomena. 
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classification

the process or act of arranging people, objects, or information into categories based on shared characteristics

Ex: The biologist explained the classification of mammals. 
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proof
proof
[noun]

information or evidence that proves the truth or existence of something

Ex: The DNA results acted as proof that the suspect was at the scene of the crime. 
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to determine

to decide on something after careful consideration

Ex: After evaluating the options, she will determine the most cost-effective solution for the company. 
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to rule out

to eliminate an option or idea from consideration due to it appearing impossible to realize

Ex: They had to rule the risky investment out because it was too uncertain for their financial plan. 
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to ascertain

to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

Ex: The detective ascertained the identity of the culprit through fingerprint analysis. 
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factor
factor
[noun]

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

Ex: Poor weather conditions were a significant factor in the cancellation of the outdoor event. 
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insight
insight
[noun]

a penetrating and profound understanding that goes beyond surface-level observations or knowledge

Ex: Years of study and contemplation yielded profound insights into the nature of existence. 
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intuition
intuition
[noun]

the ability to understand or know something immediately, without conscious reasoning or evidence

Ex: She had an intuition that the plan would succeed. 
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to overestimate

to guess or calculate a value, size, or etc. to be higher than it actually is

Ex: I tend to overestimate the time it takes to complete tasks. 
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to weigh up

to carefully consider the advantages and disadvantages of a situation before deciding

Ex: The student council is carefully weighing up the options for the upcoming school event. 
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angle
angle
[noun]

a particular perspective or way of looking at a situation or issue

Ex: The documentary presented the story from a unique angle that hadn’t been explored before. 
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clue
clue
[noun]

a piece of evidence that leads someone toward the solution of a crime or problem

Ex: The detective found a clue at the crime scene—a fingerprint on the window. 
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to detect
to detect
[Verb]

to notice or discover something that is difficult to find

Ex: The security system is designed to detect unauthorized access to the building. 
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to identify

to be able to say who or what someone or something is

Ex: The detective easily identifies the suspect from the security footage. 
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to interpret

to understand or assign meaning to something

Ex: Psychologists interpret dreams to gain insights into a person's subconscious thoughts. 
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to think up

to generate ideas or concepts, often in a creative manner

Ex: Can you think up a catchy slogan for our new product? 
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to reconsider

to think again about an opinion or decision, particularly to see if it needs changing or not

Ex: Feeling unsure, she asked her friends to help her reconsider her career path. 
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to survey
to survey
[Verb]

to collect information about a subject from a group of people by asking them questions

Ex: The volunteers surveyed local residents about their transportation preferences. 
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to ponder
to ponder
[Verb]

to give careful thought to something, its various aspects, implications, or possibilities

Ex: She pondered her options carefully, weighing the pros and cons of different career paths. 
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to envisage

to imagine something in one's mind, often considering it as a possible future scenario

Ex: The architect envisaged a modern and sustainable design for the new building. 
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to exercise

to begin to apply or use something

Ex: Citizens are encouraged to exercise their right to vote. 
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to grapple with

to attempt to deal with a challenging or difficult situation or problem

Ex: She had to grapple with the loss of a loved one for a long time. 
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to unravel

to make something clear or understandable

Ex: The professor unraveled the theory for the students. 
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foresight
foresight
[noun]

the ability to predict or anticipate what might happen in the future

Ex: His foresight allowed him to invest before the market collapsed. 
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to live up to

to fulfill expectations or standards set by oneself or others

Ex: The athlete lived up to his reputation as a champion, delivering a stunning performance that captivated the audience. 
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to signify

to indicate a meaning

Ex: Dark clouds in the sky often signify an approaching storm. 
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imaginative
imaginative
[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: The children's imaginative play transformed the living room into a magical kingdom. 
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implication

a possible consequence that something can bring about

Ex: His decision to cut costs has serious implications for employee morale. 
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