English CAE Word formation
English CAE Word formation
English CAE Word formation
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Language | English |
Category | English |
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Created / Updated | 24.10.2013 / 20.02.2019 |
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The definition of ... is to say or write the opposite of something.verb
- An example of ... is for a teenager to say he was at the library last night at 8 p.m for four hours., but then to later mention that the movie he saw last night was great.
- An example of .... is to express a belief against a popular political opinion.
contradict (v.) contradictory (adj.) contradictor (person) contradiction (n.) wiederspruechlich
same suffix but not same meaning:
prepare (v.) preparatory (adj.)
introduce (v.) introductory (adj.)
she talks a lot she is realy ....
chat (v.) chatty (adj.)
same suffix but not same meaning:
mud( v.) muddy (adj.) schlammig matschig
rock (v.) rocky (adj.) felsig
The definition of a ... is something that is not essential but is desirable and often expensive or the state of having or enjoying desirable and expensive things.noun
An example of .... is a day at the spa.
luxury luxurous (adj.)
same suffix but not same meaning:
mystery mysterious (adj.)
monster monstrous (adj.)
The definition of ...is continuing forever, or lasting for a very long time.adjective
- An example of ... is eternity.
- An example of ... is continual problems; ... problems.
end endless (adj.)
same suffix but not same meaning:
price priceless (unbezahlbar)
sleep sleepless
The definition of ... is a person or thing that obeys easily.adjective
An example of .... is a dog that sits on command.
obey (v.) obedient (adj.)
same suffix but not same meaning:
persist (v.) persistent (adj.) (beharren)
appear (v.) apparent (adj.) (offenbar,sichtbar)
... is a plot of land controlled by a specific person, animal or country, or where a person has knowledge, rights or responsibilities.noun
- An example of .... is all the land controlled by a king.
- An example of ....is a subject on which you have a lot of knowledge.
- An example of.... is the area where you have been granted an exclusive license to sell a product.
territory (n.) territorial (adj.)
same suffix but not same meaning:
manager (n.) managerial (adj.)
secretary (n.) secretarial (adj.)
I don't understand how he get the job. He's far too ... to be put in charge of a school.
(in)competent (adj.) competence (n.)
Her work has been acclaimed for its sensitivity of style and ..... use of imagery.
imaginative (adj.) imagine (v.) imagination (n.)
Her performence at work was considered ...... and her contract was not renewed.
(un)satisfactory (adj.) satisfy (v.) satisfaction (n.)
It is becoming ... difficult for artists to obtain public funding for their work.
increasingly (adv.) increase (v.) increasable (adj.)
The assistants in Gamidges are unhelpful and .... I shall open elsewhere in future!
(dis)courteous (adj.) (unhoeflich) courtesy (n.) courteously (adv.)
My grandfather was really extremely .... about astronomy: the planets were his great passion.
knowledgeable (adj.) knowledge (n.)
We strayed ( abgeirrt) from the path at some point and got .... lost
hopelessly (adv.) hopless (adj.) hope (n.)
Although several companies made....losses, the market as a whole was buoyant.
substantial (adj.) substance (n.) substantially (adv.)
The bookcase was placed .... near the door to hide a huge crack in the wall.
strategically (adv.) strategic (adj.) strategy (n.)
To ...... is defined as to announce or issue a written or printed work for public sale
An example of to......is a magazine being printed and put on newsstands for sale.
publish (V) publication (n) publishable (adj)
.....is defined as to cool off, enliven, restore or make someone feel energized
- An example of .... is taking a cool bath on a very hot day.
- An example of ... is having an afternoon nap.
- An example of .... is to renew the image on a computer screen.
- An example of ... is to trigger a memory by looking at a picture; refresh a memory
refresh (v) refreshment (n) refresher (n)
The definition of ......is to say you like something or you are alright with it happening.
A committee that will vote in favor of a project is an example of a committee that will .... a project
approve (v) approvable (adj.) approvingly (adv.)approver (n) approval (n) disapproval (n)
The definition of ..... is ready and impatient to do something.
An example of .... is a child who is very excited and waiting for her first trip to Disney World.
eager (adj.) eagerly (adv.) eagerness (n.)
.....is defined as to continue after stopping.
- An example of to ....is going into the other country after stopping at a border check.
- An example of to ... is the direction given to a student who gets nervous during a speech.
proceed (v.) proceedure (n.) proceeder (n.)
To ... is to indicate, represent or imply something
An example of .... is to show a disrespectful attitude that indicates a lack of interest or respect.
signify (v.) signifiable (adj.) (in)significance (n.) signifier (n.)
....is defined as having only one or a few parts, easy to understand or not complicated.
- An example of ... is a cardboard box.
- An example of ... is the math problem 1+1.
- An example of ... is a plain black dress.
simple (adj.) simplicity (n.)
The definition of a .... is something kept from public knowledge or the knowledge of a specific person.
- An example of a ... is a hidden door leading to an unknown room.
- An example of a ....is a surprise birthday party.
secret (adj.) secrecy (n.) secretly (adv.)
The definition of a ... is a part of a group, system or whole
- An example of a ...is the drummer in a band.
- An example of a .. is the toe on a foot.
member membership (n.) membered (adj.)
Break means to smash, split or fracture or to not abide by rules or laws.
- An example of ... is to throw a glass to the ground and have it shatter into pieces.
- An example of ....is to disregard the Ten Commandments.
break (v.) breakage (n.) breakable (adj.)
The definition of ... is something that has a very high chance, that is probably true or that may be suitable.
- An example of something described as ...would be a good chance for a mugging in a dark alley.
- An example of something that would be described as ... is the chance of rain when there are dark clouds in the sky and the weatherman predicted rain.
likely (adj.) likelihood (n.)
To ... is defined as to be influenced by or to rely on.verb
- When you decide what to wear based on the weather, this is an example of a situation where your clothing ... on the weather.
- When you rely on your mother to pick you up from school, this is an example of a situation where you ...on your mother for a ride.
depend (v.) (in)dependence
.... is defined as someone who feels uneasy or excessively nervous. adjective
An example of someone who is .... is a Kindergartner on the first day of school.
The definition of ... is someone who is enthusiastic about something to come.
An example of someone who is ... is a person who is starting a new job.
anxious (adj.) anxiety (n.) anxiously (adv.)
To .... is to make someone happy or satisfied.verb
- An example of ... is when your actions make someone happy.
- An example of ... is when you can go wherever you like
please (v.) pleasure (n.) (un)pleasant
same suffixes but not meaning:
expose (v.) exposure (n.) (Bekanntgabe)
close (v.) closure (n.)
The definition of ... is to show up or become capable of being seen.verb
An example of something that may ...is a rabbit out of a magicians hat.
To .... is to seem or look a certain way.verb
An example of someone that may ....r to be smart is a college professor.
To .... is defined as to be a part of a production.verb
An example of someone who may .... is a Broadway actor
appear (v.) appearance (n.) apparent (adj.)
same suffixes but not meaning:
annoy (v.) annoyance (n.)
rely on (v.) reliance (n.) same as depend on
reliable (adj.) reliability (n.) zuverlaesigkeit
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