Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Caution, Judgment & Awareness

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to quickly turn a disadvantageous circumstance into a beneficial one

Ex: With a sudden twist of events , the underdog team managed to turn the tables and secure a victory .

to indulge in aimless daydreaming, often drifting away from reality or practical concerns

Ex: His mind woolgathered , wandering through memories and imagined futures .

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

Ex: The novel 's plot felt like pure woolgathering , disconnected from reality .
pensive [adjective]

reflective and thoughtful, often with a hint of melancholy and sadness

Ex: His pensive mood was evident in the quiet and thoughtful way he spoke about his past experiences .
portent [noun]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

Ex: The eerie silence in the forest was a portent of the impending danger lurking within .

to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

Ex: The unexpected diplomatic tensions may presage a turbulent period ahead .
to bode [verb]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

Ex: The sudden drop in sales figures bodes poorly for the company 's financial health next quarter .
augury [noun]

a sign, omen, or event interpreted as foretelling future outcomes, often fateful ones

Ex: The owl 's cry at midnight was considered an eerie augury .

on the lookout, especially for danger, opportunity, or unexpected events

Ex:
leery [adjective]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

Ex: He felt leery about signing the contract without reading it thoroughly .
chary [adjective]

afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action

Ex: The team was chary of adopting the untested technology in their critical systems .

to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

Ex: He appraises the artwork to determine its authenticity and market value .

to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

Ex: The doctor ascertained the diagnosis by performing various medical tests .

a hope or wish that cannot be realized or fulfilled

Ex: She spent hours imagining a world where all her problems disappeared , but she knew it was just a castle in the air .
volition [noun]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

Ex: He acted according to his own volition , refusing to be influenced by others ' opinions .
gingerly [adverb]

in a very careful or cautious manner, especially to avoid harm or discomfort

Ex: I gingerly opened the old book , afraid the pages might tear .
intently [adverb]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

Ex: He worked intently , unaware of the time passing .
vigil [noun]

a period of watchfulness, often maintained to protect, monitor, or await something significant

Ex: The community organized a candlelight vigil for the missing child .
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