Cambridge IELTS 17 - Академічний - Тест 2 - Читання - Уривок 3 (1)

the intuitive understanding or perception of the inner nature or truth of something

(biology) the slow and gradual development of living things throughout the history of the earth

(of a person) producing creative and original ideas, equipment, methods, etc.

in a way that is widely favored or recognized by a large number of people

emphasizing the intensity or pureness of a particular quality or emotion

developed or primarily guided by the intellect rather than relying on emotions or personal experience

someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

a scientist who studies the natural world, including plants, animals, and ecosystems

concerned with understanding and explaining phenomena rather than directly applying them to real-world situations

an individual who is trained in physics

someone or something's role in achieving a specific result, particularly a positive one

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

someone who held a position, office, or role before another person

the quality of being knowledgeable, experienced, and able to make good decisions and judgments

an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

in an unplanned or impulsive manner

to briefly visit a place, often without prior planning or notice

made for practical use, not for looks

to portray imperfectly or incorrectly without deceitful intent

an area of knowledge, interest, or activity that you study, work in, or talk about

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

to ignore something temporarily in favor of more important matters

having exceptional importance or significant impact

in a proper or expected manner

the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

related to evolution or the slow and gradual development of something

to gradually decrease the effectiveness, confidence, or power of something or someone

a general concept or belief

increasing gradually as more and more is added

without warning or announcement

to suggest or assume the existence or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief

to find or get back something that was lost or stolen

a tabular arrangement of chemical elements organized based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties

deserving of attention due to importance, excellence, or notable qualities

during a particular situation or condition

coming from the imagination rather than facts

lacking a basis in reason or fact and not supported by evidence or logic

the creation of theories or opinions about something with no fact or proof

to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

new and unlike anything else

a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization

to start something with a rapid and successful beginning

to produce a plan, idea, etc. in one's mind

to come to a personal determination or belief after considering information or experiences

involving, done, or shared by all members of a group

relating to the science that explores living organisms and their functions

a living thing such as a plant, animal, etc., especially a very small one that lives on its own

a notable feature or quality that defines or describes something

(genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism

not based on reason but on chance or personal impulse, which is often unfair

to create a situation in which it is easier for one to do something or for something to happen

having a positive effect or helpful result

to grow and develop exceptionally well

to create a copy of something

the content of a particular field of knowledge

support consisting of metal loops into which rider's feet go

to give an official degree, title, right, etc. to someone

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

a person who rides horses in races

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

done in a careful, systematic, and organized manner

significantly great in quantity

having or showing good judgement, especially in business or politics

to move at a greater speed than someone or something

to know or predict something before it happens

the act of making small changes in something, usually for an enhancement

to occur at the same time as something else

improved in value, quality, or performance

existing or spreading among many people, groups, or communities through communication, influence, or awareness

the action of starting to use a certain plan, name, method, or idea

to carefully collect small amounts of information, facts, or knowledge over time from different sources

the sport of racing thoroughbred horses