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

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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chair [noun]

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

Ex: The chair summarized the board 's decision .

council [noun]

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

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subcommittee [noun]

a subset of committee members organized for a specific purpose

facility [noun]

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

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to bring [verb]

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

Ex: Regular exercise can bring your body to a healthier and more energetic state .

to hand out [verb]

to provide someone or each person in a group with something

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overview [noun]

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

Ex: Before the meeting , we were given an overview of the project 's goals and timeline .

arrangement [noun]

the specific way things are positioned relative to each other

Ex: The arrangement of buildings in the neighborhood followed a uniform design .

assortment [noun]

a group of various kinds or categories of items or people

Ex: The store offers an assortment of kitchen gadgets and utensils .

snack [noun]

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

Ex: Potato chips are a common snack , but they are n't very healthy .

to look out over [verb]

be oriented in a certain direction

toilet [noun]

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

Ex: He went to the toilet to freshen up before the meeting .

out of the way [adverb]

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

at present [adverb]

at the current moment or during the existing time

Ex: The website is experiencing technical issues at present ; please try again later .

to replant [verb]

plant again or anew

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 .

ramp [noun]

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

Ex: The motorcyclist raced up the ramp to perform a flip .

to lead off [verb]

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

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bend [noun]

a curve in a road, river, etc.

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nowhere [pronoun]

not any single place

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to [let off|blow off] steam [phrase]

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

Ex: She jogs after work to let off steam.

fund [noun]

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

Ex: He contributed to a scholarship fund .

year-round [adjective]

happening the whole year

Ex: The museum offers year-round exhibits and events to engage visitors of all ages .

entrance [noun]

the right granted to someone to enter a place or event

Ex: Entrance to the VIP lounge requires a special pass .

irrespective [adverb]

in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks

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

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

Ex: The teacher reminded the students to keep an eye on the clock so they would finish the exam on time .

lastly [adverb]

used to emphasize that what follows is the concluding point

Ex: Lastly , I want to thank everyone who helped make this project a success .

disastrous [adjective]

very harmful or bad

Ex: The invasive species had a disastrous effect on the local ecosystem .

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: She enjoyed vacationing in tropical destinations with sandy beaches and clear blue waters .

palm tree [noun]

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

Ex: The resort has palm trees along the walkway .

to extend [verb]

to prolong the duration or lifespan of something

Ex: The new software update promises to extend the battery life of smartphones , improving user experience .

to supervise [verb]

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

Ex: The construction foreman closely supervises the workers to ensure safety protocols are followed .

to expand [verb]

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

Ex: Last year , they expanded the factory to accommodate higher production levels .

badly [adverb]

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

Ex: His leg was badly broken in the accident .

Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3	Test 2 - Listening - Part 1
Test 2 - Listening - Part 2	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3	Test 2 - Listening - Part 4	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3	Test 3 - Listening - Part 1	Test 3 - Listening - Part 2
Test 3 - Listening - Part 3	Test 3 - Listening - Part 4	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3	Test 4 - Listening - Part 1	Test 4 - Listening - Part 2	Test 4 - Listening - Part 3
Test 4 - Listening - Part 4	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3