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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
autonomy
[noun]

personal independence

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whenever
[Adverb]

at any time something happens

Ex: The place looks more inviting whenever decorated.
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(of a relationship, negotiation, etc.) to fail to function properly

Ex: The communication between the team members broke down, affecting their productivity .
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custody
[noun]

the legal right to keep a thing or to take care of a person

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right
[noun]

a thing that someone is legally, officially, or morally allowed to do or have

Ex: Human rights include the right to life, liberty, and security.
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over
[preposition]

used to express having power or influence in relation to something or someone

Ex: The committee holds sway over key hiring decisions .
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normal
[Adjective]

conforming to a standard or expected condition

Ex: Despite recent events , life is gradually returning to normal for the residents of the town .
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growth
[noun]

an increase in the amount, degree, importance, or size of something

Ex: She noticed significant growth in her skills after the training .
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farming and its science

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settled
[Adjective]

fixed in a desired state or location, often implying a sense of permanence or stability

Ex: After years of searching, she finally felt settled in her career and knew it was the right path for her.
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in view of
[preposition]

considering a particular fact or circumstance

Ex: We have made changes to the schedule in view of the unexpected delays .
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to assume
[Verb]

to think that something is true without having proof or evidence

Ex: Right now , some team members are assuming that the project deadline will be extended .
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the power or influence that one has over other things or people

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

Ex: Evolution has led to the incredible diversity of plants and animals we see on Earth today.
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selfishly
[Adverb]

in a way that shows concern only for oneself, often disregarding the needs or feelings of others

Ex: He selfishly spent all his inheritance on luxury items for himself .
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ruthlessly
[Adverb]

in a way that shows no pity, compassion, or mercy

Ex: The army advanced ruthlessly, leaving destruction behind .
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likely
[Adjective]

having a possibility of happening or being the case

Ex: The recent increase in sales makes it a likely scenario that the company will expand its operations .
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the act of working together toward a common goal

Ex: Without the team 's cooperation, the event would not have run smoothly .
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altruism
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the selfless concern for the well-being of others, often demonstrated through acts of kindness, compassion, and generosity

Ex: Rescuing an injured animal and providing care and shelter , even at personal inconvenience , showcases altruism by showing compassion and empathy towards creatures in need .
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a state that is calm and tranquil

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a notable feature or quality that defines or describes something

Ex: Honesty is a characteristic that defines a good leader .
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presumably
[Adverb]

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

Ex: The project deadline was extended , presumably to allow more time for thorough research and development .
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repeatedly
[Adverb]

in a manner that occurs multiple times

Ex: They practiced the dance routine repeatedly.
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the environment where a plant or animal species normally lives and grows, with the conditions that suit its needs

Ex: Removing the trees disrupted the species ' natural habitat.
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primate
[noun]

any mammalian animal that belongs to the same group as humans, such as monkeys, apes, lemurs, etc.

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ape
[noun]

a tailless animal similar to a monkey, such as chimpanzees and gorillas

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial to protect endangered ape species from habitat loss and poaching .
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gorilla
[noun]

an African ape which has a large head and short neck that looks like a monkey with no tail

Ex: Gorillas exhibit complex social behaviors , including vocalizations , gestures , and facial expressions , to communicate within their groups .
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to cause disorder or disturbance in something that was previously orderly or calm

Ex: The storm disrupted power supply to the entire neighborhood .
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to tend
[Verb]

to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern

Ex: In colder climates , temperatures tend to drop significantly during the winter months .
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hierarchical
[Adjective]

relating to a system that is organized based on social ranking or levels of authority

Ex: The military operates on a hierarchical chain of command , with officers giving orders to subordinates .
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advent
[noun]

the arrival of a significant event, person, or thing that has been eagerly anticipated

Ex: The advent of space exploration has opened up new possibilities for understanding our universe .
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sense
[noun]

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

Ex: He could n't shake the sense that something bad was about to happen .
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the state of being distinct and unique, separate from others in characteristics or expression

Ex: The handmade items in the store each have their own individuality, making them special .
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the quality of being not alike; being distinct or different from that otherwise experienced or known

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ultimately
[Adverb]

after doing or considering everything

Ex: The team explored multiple strategies , and ultimately, they implemented the one with the greatest impact .
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a society or organization marked by male supremacy and exclusion of women from power

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at any rate
[Adverb]

used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement

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feasible
[Adjective]

having the potential of being done successfully

Ex: It may be feasible to complete the task early with extra help .
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adaptive
[Adjective]

having a capacity for adaptation

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term
[noun]

a single word or group of words used to name or define something

Ex: The term " climate change " has become widely recognized .
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well
[Adverb]

quite likely to happen or be true

Ex: The new policy could well affect thousands of people .
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