Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Form, Texture & Structure

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
amorphous [adjective]

lacking a clear or distinct shape or form

Ex: The jelly on the plate was soft and amorphous .
aquiline [adjective]

(of a person's nose) curved like an eagle's beak

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asunder [adverb]

into separate pieces

Ex: The fierce storm split the tree asunder , causing it to fall across the road .
brittle [adjective]

easily broken, cracked, or shattered due to the lack of flexibility and resilience

Ex: Walking on the frozen lake , the brittle ice beneath them groaned and creaked with each movement .
concave [adjective]

having a surface that is curved inward

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convex [adjective]

having a surface that is curved outward

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malleable [adjective]

capable of being hammered or manipulated into different forms without cracking or breaking

Ex: Aluminum foil is malleable and can be folded or crumpled into different forms for cooking or wrapping food .
pellucid [adjective]

allowing light to pass through easily, resulting in exceptional clarity and transparency

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striated [adjective]

marked with thin lines or grooves, often creating a pattern on a surface

Ex: The scientist studied the striated layers of sediment to understand the area ’s geological history .
stratified [adjective]

formed in distinct layers, typically referring to geological or physical structures

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tumid [adjective]

enlarged beyond normal size, often due to internal pressure from fluid or gas

Ex: The riverbanks were lined with tumid pods ready to burst .
viscous [adjective]

thick and sticky, resembling the consistency of glue

Ex: Mechanics recommend using less viscous oils in colder temperatures to maintain engine performance .
crumbly [adjective]

easily breaking into small pieces when pressed

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flimsy [adjective]

likely to break due to the lack of strength or durability

Ex: The flimsy plastic chairs collapsed under the weight of the guests .
malformed [adjective]

having a structure that deviates from the expected or natural form

Ex: A malformed sentence in the code caused the program to crash .
soggy [adjective]

lacking firmness or usual texture due to being soaked through with moisture or water

Ex: After being left outside during the storm , the cardboard boxes became soggy and fell apart .
pliable [adjective]

easily bent, shaped, or manipulated without breaking or cracking

Ex: The dough was pliable , allowing the baker to stretch and shape it into loaves of bread .
corrugated [adjective]

having a surface or structure that is shaped with parallel grooves, ridges, or folds, often used for added strength or flexibility

Ex: The flexible hose had a corrugated design , making it easy to bend and maneuver .
rustic [adjective]

crafted in a straightforward, unrefined manner using basic materials

Ex: The rustic fence was made of split rails and bound with rope .
unwieldy [adjective]

difficult to move or control because of its large size, weight, or unsusal shape

Ex: He grappled with the unwieldy tent poles , trying to set up the camping shelter .

to split something into two distinct parts

Ex: The organizational restructuring will bifurcate the department into two specialized teams .
bicameral [adjective]

referring to a government structure where lawmaking power is divided between two distinct assemblies

Ex: The constitution outlines a bicameral legislature to ensure checks and balances .
bifurcated [adjective]

split into two distinct paths or components

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kernel [noun]

the central or most important part of an idea, experience, or piece of information

Ex: She found a kernel of hope in his words .
acute [adjective]

having a pointed or narrow tip

Ex: The mountain 's acute peak pierced the skyline .
sodden [adjective]

thoroughly soaked or saturated with liquid

Ex: The abandoned tent sagged under the weight of the sodden canvas , unable to withstand the heavy rain .
tortuous [adjective]

having a lot of twists

Ex: The tortuous river twisted through the valley , creating a scenic route .
Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
Deceitful Qualities & Roles Deception & Corruption Moral Corruption & Wickedness Ailments & Injuries
Treatments & Remedies The Body & Its State Criticism & Censure Sadness, Regret & Apathy
Fear, Anxiety & Weakness Generosity, Kindness & Composure Skill & Wisdom Friendliness & Good Nature
Vigor & Fortitude Favorable States & Qualities Honesty & Integrity Nature & Environment
Declaration & Appeal Casual & Annoying Talk Linguistic Terms & Sayings Styles & Qualities of Speech
Religion & Morality Magic & The Supernatural Time & Duration History & Antiquity
Legal Matters Improvement Foolishness & Folly Hostility, Temper & Aggression
Arrogance & Haughtiness Obstinacy & Stubbornness Social Roles & Archetypes Professions & Roles
Politics & Social Structure Science Hostile Actions Low Quality & Worthlessness
Burdens & Afflictions Physical Conflict Termination & Renunciation Prohibition & Prevention
Weakening & Decline Confusion & Obscurity Connection & Joining Warfare
Abundance & Proliferation Arts & Literature Spoilage Strong Emotional States
Color, Light & Visual Patterns Form, Texture & Structure Suitability & Appropriateness Approval & Agreement
Additions & Attachments Animals & Biology Finance & Valuables Tools & Equipment
Cognition & Understanding Caution, Judgment & Awareness Sound & Noise Movement
Physical Descriptions Landforms Objects & Materials Ceremonies & Revelry
Creation & Causation Argument & Disparagement Agriculture & Food Unconventional States
Family & Marriage Dwelling & Inhabiting Scent & Flavor Conceptual Extremes
Similarity & Difference