캠브리지 IELTS 16 - 아카데믹 - 테스트 4 - 읽기 - 지문 3

a difference in interests, views, opinions, etc.

complete confidence in a person or plan etc

the quality of being superior

an estimate or prediction based on past observations or data

a lack of belief or confidence in the truth or honesty of something or someone

characterized by an attitude of ready accessibility (especially about one's actions or purposes); without concealment; not secretive

a dangerous condition in which a person loses consciousness as a result of a blood vessel breaking open or becoming blocked in their brain, which could kill or paralyze a part of their body

the ability to form mental images of things or events

to predict future events, based on analysis of present data and conditions

not welcoming or willing to do something because it is undesirable

a branch of medical science that specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer

a business or organization that is exceptionally large and influential in its field

the process of presenting a favorable public image of a person, firm, or institution

to provide or supply something that was expected or promised

to represent a specific amount or portion of a whole

to communicate with others, particularly while spending time with them

used to introduce one aspect of a situation, often followed by a contrasting statement

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

to be of the same or similar nature

used to introduce a contrasting aspect of a situation, especially when comparing it to a previous point

to create a new set of data by using a mathematical or logical process to transform an existing set of data

(of pieces of evidence, facts, statements, etc.) to be opposite or very different in a way that it is impossible for all to be true at the same time

possessing the needed skills or knowledge to do something well

seeming believable or reasonable enough to be considered true

a branch of artificial intelligence where computers learn how to perform specific operations without previous instructions

a finite sequence of well-defined, mathematical instructions for completing a specific task or solving a problem

used to indicate a logical result or effect

a feeling of doubt or mistrust towards someone or something, often without concrete evidence or proof

the state of not believing or accepting something as true or real

unconventional or strange in a way that is striking or shocking

to continue doing something even though there are some hardships

high level of skill, knowledge, or proficiency in a particular field or subject matter

more than average, but not too much

with regard to technical skill and the technology available

an overall, conscious recognition or understanding of a situation, feeling, or environment

a specific case or example of something

with a sharp or steep angle

not in proper relation or balance to something else

to give special attention or importance to something

designed or made to be impossible to fail or make a mistake, even by someone with little skill or knowledge

(of a feeling, problem, or belief) to be really strong or troublesome due to having existed for a long time

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

the use of machines and computers in a production process that was formerly operated by people

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

to represent or show something or someone by a work of art

a specific perspective or aspect from which something is viewed or interpreted

having qualities or characteristics similar to those found in movies or cinema

to cause something or someone to split into opposing groups

a person who expects good things to happen and is confident about the future

an individual who regularly questions and doubts the validity of ideas, beliefs, or information, particularly those that are commonly accepted

not displaying feelings or giving very much information

having a preference or unfair judgment toward one side or viewpoint over others

(of ideas, beliefs, or principles) firmly established and difficult to change

a natural inclination or disposition toward a particular behavior, thought, or action

to show someone or something in a piece of art

in a pertinent way

to be of use or help in fulfilling or accomplishing something

drawing a lot of public attention or interest

the act of monitoring a person or place, especially by the police

the speech act of making something evident

the act of applying or implementing an idea, theory, or plan into real-world actions or activities

to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

the internal mechanism of a device

to apply or utilize a device, tool, or method for a specific purpose

to provide a valid reason or explanation for an action, decision, or belief, usually something that others consider wrong

an observable fact, event, or situation, often unusual or not yet fully explained

distrustful of others and skeptical of their intentions

to give one's time or commit oneself entirely to a certain matter, cause, or activity

beyond what is considered normal or socially acceptable

based on or influenced by personal feelings or opinions rather than facts

the act of representing or depicting a character, role, or subject through speech, actions, and gestures in a dramatic performance

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

someone who buys and uses services or goods

a public document that clearly shows what actions a company, group, or government has taken, often about data, rules, or decisions

the tendency to focus on or believe information that supports what one already thinks, while ignoring information that goes against it