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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
chair
chair
[noun]

the person who leads or presides over meetings or activities of a committee, board, or organization

Ex: The chair called the meeting to order. 
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council
council
[noun]

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

Ex: She was elected to serve on the local council. 
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subcommittee

a subset of committee members organized for a specific purpose

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facility
facility
[noun]

an object or installation designed to perform a specific function or provide convenience

Ex: The laboratory is a sophisticated facility for chemical analysis. 
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to bring
to bring
[Verb]

to make someone or something to be placed in a certain condition or state

Ex: Economic downturn had brought the industry to the brink of bankruptcy. 
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to hand out

to provide someone or each person in a group with something

Ex: She will hand out the pamphlets to the attendees before the seminar. 
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overview
overview
[noun]

a broad, general summary that covers the main aspects or features of a subject

Ex: The report provided an overview of the company's financial performance for the year. 
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arrangement

the specific way things are positioned relative to each other

Ex: The arrangement of chairs in the room facilitated group discussions. 
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assortment

a group of various kinds or categories of items or people

Ex: The gift basket contained an assortment of chocolates, fruits, and cheeses. 
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snack
snack
[noun]

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

Ex: At the party, there were many snacks to choose from. 
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to look out over

be oriented in a certain direction

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toilet
toilet
[noun]

the complete bathroom or restroom area, including facilities for personal hygiene and grooming

Ex: She cleaned the entire toilet, making sure the sink, shower, and floor were spotless. 
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out of the way

in a remote location or at a distance from the usual route

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at present
at present
[Adverb]

at the current moment or during the existing time

Ex: The store is closed at present for inventory management. 
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to replant

plant again or anew

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boundary
boundary
[noun]

a dividing line, marker, or limit that separates one geographic area, property, or physical space from another

Ex: The ball bounced just inside the boundary for a match‑saving four. 
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ramp
ramp
[noun]

a sloped structure designed for performing stunts or jumps, often used with motorcycles, skateboards, or other vehicles

Ex: The skateboarder performed tricks on the ramp. 
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to lead off

to begin at a location and continue on a street or path away from it

Ex: The hikers led off from the trailhead at dawn. 
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bend
bend
[noun]

a curve in a road, river, etc.

Ex: Be cautious when cycling around the blind bend ahead. 
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nowhere
nowhere
[pronoun]

not any single place

Ex: They looked around the room, but there was nowhere suitable for the large painting to hang. 
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to [let off|blow off] steam

to get rid of one's strong feelings, particularly by talking in an angry way

Ex: She jogs after work to let off steam. 
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fund
fund
[noun]

a sum of money that is collected and saved for a particular purpose

Ex: The school created a fund for new books. 
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year-round
year-round
[Adjective]

happening the whole year

Ex: The resort offers year-round activities, including skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. 
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entrance
entrance
[noun]

the right granted to someone to enter a place or event

Ex: The museum offers free entrance on Sundays. 
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irrespective
irrespective
[Adverb]

in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks

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to [keep] an eye on {sb/sth}

to closely watch a person or thing, particularly in order to make sure they are safe

Ex: The security guard was instructed to keep an eye on the surveillance cameras to ensure the safety of the premises. 
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lastly
lastly
[Adverb]

used to emphasize that what follows is the concluding point

Ex: Lastly, we need to address the environmental impact of the new policy. 
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disastrous
disastrous
[Adjective]

very harmful or bad

Ex: The storm's disastrous impact left thousands of homes without power. 
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tropical
tropical
[Adjective]

associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

Ex: Tropical rainforests are biodiverse ecosystems found near the equator. 
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palm tree
palm tree
[noun]

a tall tree with a straight trunk and big leaves at the top that looks like an umbrella

Ex: The beach was lined with tall palm trees swaying in the breeze. 
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to extend
to extend
[Verb]

to prolong the duration or lifespan of something

Ex: The scientist's breakthrough discovery could extend the lifespan of patients with terminal illnesses. 
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to supervise

to be in charge of someone or an activity and watch them to make sure everything is done properly

Ex: The manager diligently supervises the team's daily tasks to maintain efficiency. 
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to expand
to expand
[Verb]

to increase the size, number, importance, or value of something

Ex: The company regularly expands its product offerings to reach a broader market. 
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badly
badly
[Adverb]

in a way that involves significant harm, damage, or danger

Ex: The house was badly damaged by the storm. 
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