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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (1)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to plant
to plant
[Verb]

to put a seed, plant, etc. in the ground to grow

Ex: We plant fresh herbs in small pots to keep in the kitchen .
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to dominate

to be more numerous, powerful, or significant than everything else around it

Ex: Freshwater fish dominate the lake , with only a few saltwater species .
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agenda
agenda
[noun]

a list of things that need to be considered, solved, or done

Ex: The team leader followed the agenda closely to stay on schedule .
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climate crisis

an urgent situation in which proper action must be taken to remove the threats done to the environment

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corporation

a company or group of people that are considered as a single unit by law

Ex: The new environmental regulations will affect how the corporation conducts its business .
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to offset
to offset
[Verb]

to compensate for the effects of something through appropriate actions or measures

Ex: She is actively offsetting her carbon footprint by using public transportation and reducing energy consumption .
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carbon emission

the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels, industrial processes, and etc.

Ex: Reducing carbon emissions is critical for slowing climate change .
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unfortunately

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

Ex: Unfortunately, the company had to downsize , resulting in the layoff of several employees .
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straightforward
straightforward
[Adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: The task was straightforward, taking only a few minutes to complete .
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considerably
considerably
[Adverb]

by a significant amount or to a significant extent

Ex: The renovations enhanced the property 's value considerably.
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reforestation

the process of replanting trees in an area where forest cover has been depleted or removed, aiming to restore or create a forest ecosystem

Ex: Reforestation efforts along riverbanks help prevent soil erosion and maintain water quality .
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to undertake

to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: The team undertakes a comprehensive review of the project to identify areas for improvement .
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scale
scale
[noun]

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

Ex: We need to assess the scale of the problem before deciding on a suitable solution .
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crucial
crucial
[Adjective]

extremely important or essential

Ex: Nutrition is crucial for a healthy lifestyle .
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to select
to select
[Verb]

to choose someone or something from a group of people or things

Ex: Only a few students were selected for the advanced program .
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mix
mix
[noun]

an event that combines things in a mixture

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species
species
[noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The monarch butterfly is a species of butterfly that migrates thousands of miles each year .
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typical
typical
[Adjective]

representing the usual characteristics of a person, thing, or group

Ex: The food at that restaurant is typical of Italian cuisine .
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ecosystem
ecosystem
[noun]

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Ex: Climate change poses a major threat to many fragile ecosystems.
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rare
rare
[Adjective]

found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable

Ex: The auction featured a rare painting by the artist , one of only a few still known to exist .
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endangered
endangered
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

Ex: Climate change poses a significant threat to many endangered species by altering their habitats and food sources.
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non-native
non-native
[Adjective]

(of plants or animals) not originally from the region or environment where they are found, often introduced from other areas

Ex: The local wildlife reserve is working to protect native species from the encroachment of non-native ones .
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invasive
invasive
[Adjective]

aggressively intruding or spreading into a space or situation where something is unwelcome or harmful

Ex: The invasive procedures used by the company to collect data raised privacy concerns among users .
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significant
significant
[Adjective]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

Ex: The company 's decision to expand into international markets was significant for its growth strategy .
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contributor

a factor that helps to make something happen

Ex: Social support networks can be significant contributors to mental health resilience .
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global
global
[Adjective]

regarding or affecting the entire world

Ex: The internet enables global communication and access to information across continents .
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biodiversity

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

Ex: Marine biodiversity in coral reefs is threatened by rising ocean temperatures and pollution .
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crisis
crisis
[noun]

a situation in which one must deal with serious problems or make some important decisions

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competition

the rivalry between two or more organisms or species, as they actively compete for a scarce environmental resource

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to threaten

to indicate a potential danger or risk to someone or something

Ex: The lack of cybersecurity measures could threaten the integrity of sensitive information .
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survival
survival
[noun]

the process by which organisms best adapted to their environment continue to exist while others die out

Ex: The survival of certain traits ensures adaptation over generations .
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to restore

to bring something back into existence or operation, especially after a period of inactivity or decline

Ex: The doctor 's efforts to restore the patient 's health were successful after a long period of treatment .
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to maximize

to increase something to the highest possible level

Ex: The company aims to maximize profits through strategic marketing .
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ideally
ideally
[Adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: For successful project management , ideally, there should be clear goals , effective planning , and regular progress assessments .
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conservation

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

Ex: Many organizations focus on wildlife conservation to prevent species from becoming extinct .
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availability

the state of being able to be used, obtained, or accessed

Ex: The doctor ’s availability for appointments is listed on the clinic 's website .
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to maintain

to make something stay in the same state or condition

Ex: Right now , the technician is actively maintaining the equipment to avoid breakdowns .
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stability
stability
[noun]

the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation

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soil
soil
[noun]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

Ex: Farmers test the soil regularly to ensure it has the necessary nutrients for crops .
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whilst
whilst
[conjunction]

during the time that something else is happening

Ex: I wrote notes whilst attending the lecture .
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harm
harm
[noun]

the act of inflicting injury, damage, or loss on someone or something

Ex: Accidents may occur even without intent to cause harm.
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vulnerable
vulnerable
[Adjective]

able to be physically harmed or wounded

Ex: The stray dog , injured and alone , appeared vulnerable on the streets .
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sign
sign
[noun]

a fundamental unit of language linking a signifier to what it signifies

Ex: The meaning of a sign depends on context .
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highly
highly
[Adverb]

in a favorable or approving manner

Ex: The new policy has been highly welcomed by environmental groups .
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scheme
scheme
[noun]

an organized and carefully planned course of action

Ex: They devised a scheme to increase sales .
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carbon capture

the process of collecting carbon dioxide gas from places like power plants or factories and storing it safely so that it does not enter the air and cause more global warming

Ex: The new project focuses on carbon capture to protect the environment .
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The garden was designed to enhance the natural landscape.
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