Cambridge IELTS 15 - Académique - Test 1 - Lecture - Passage 3

used to emphasize or confirm a statement

to sit, lean or fall heavily or suddenly, typically due to exhaustion, weakness, or lack of energy.

(of a person) to utter a few words in a rough or nonchalant voice, especially when one does not want to talk extensively

a large African antelope characterized by its distinctive appearance with a stocky body

(Southern US) at some distance in a specified direction

someone who can find paths through unexplored territory

to search with determination, often for something of great importance or value

used to say that there is no doubt something is true or is the case

referring to the lifestyle of constantly traveling from place to place, with individuals or groups never staying in one location for an extended period of time

having been used up or reduced in quantity, energy, or resources

to navigate or find a way through an obstacle or path

having distinct characteristics or qualities that make something different or unique

a special type

nothing more than what is to be said

look for a specific person or thing

having a tendency to do something

to undertake a risky or daring journey or course of action

to ask or seek information about something

a natural reaction or behavior that occurs automatically, without conscious thought or reasoning

a scientist who studies the plants and animals that live in the ocean and other saltwater environments

a scientist who studies or observes planets, stars, and other happenings in the universe

to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place

(of land or fields) not prepared for raising crops

a beautiful scene in the countryside that can be seen in one particular view

to search something to find or discover something

far away in space or distant in position

small and weak in strength or size

a person who is foreign or not native to a particular country or environment

to move slowly with the body near the ground or on the hands and knees

in a way that requires a lot of effort or hard work, often slowly and with difficulty

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

reliable and consistently good, but not necessarily exceptional

a person of importance, fame, or public recognition

to keep someone or something within limits of different types, such as subject, activity, area, etc.

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

a period of history marked by particular features or events

a period of great prosperity and success, particularly in the past

to reach the highest level, point, or intensity

almost not; only just enough

the internal mechanism of a device

to give someone or something a nickname, often to show affection or to highlight a specific trait

greatest in significance, importance, degree, or achievement

a person who engages in the activity of climbing mountains

a person who works actively to support or promote a particular cause or campaign

referring to a name commonly used for something

associated with a social group of people who share common ancestry, language, and traditions, and often reside in a specific geographic area

not mechanized

a difficult or strange action done to attract attention, especially in advertising or politics

without taking into consideration or being influenced by a particular factor or condition

to show a particular quality, characteristic, or emotion

a planned effort or project that often involves courage, skill, or determination

the first person to do something or develop a new area, method, etc.

well-known or easily recognizable due to importance, influence, or distinct features

having the latest and most advanced features or design

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention

a goal that one wants to achieve

the beginning of something

to officially tell people something

a prejudice that prevents fair consideration of a situation

a trip that has been organized for a particular purpose such as a scientific or military one or for exploration

a biased or subjective angle in presenting information, often reflecting personal or ideological viewpoints

to accept a change or a new situation and be ready to continue with one's life and deal with new experiences, especially after a bad experience such as a breakup

originating from to relating to the large landmasses on Earth's surface known as continents

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

the act of animals eating grass or other plants growing in a field

to intentionally ignore or act without concern for something or someone that deserves consideration

to communicate or portray a particular feeling, idea, impression, etc.

an explanation that results from interpreting something

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

belonging to something or someone's character and nature

intimidating, challenging, or overwhelming in a way that creates a sense of fear or unease

a powerful feeling prompting someone to act or respond

to provide someone with information about something ambiguous to make it easier to understand

a Latin phrase (or its abbreviation) used to indicate that special attention should be paid to something

having no communication or interaction with the outside world, especially with modern society