Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2) in the Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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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 .

urgent [adjective]

needing immediate action or attention

Ex: There is an urgent need for food and shelter for the victims of the natural disaster .

attention [noun]

special care or treatment given to someone or something

Ex: Her plants thrived because she gave them daily attention .

collar [noun]

a visible ring, band, or marking encircling the neck or throat area of an animal

Ex: A faint collar of feathers surrounded the chick 's neck .

matriarch [noun]

a woman who leads or dominates a family, group, or tribe

Ex: As the matriarch of the family , Grandma Helen had the final say on all major decisions .

to track [verb]

to follow someone or something by examining the marks they leave behind in order to catch them or know what they are doing

Ex: Scientists track migratory birds to study their patterns .

measurement [noun]

the action of finding the size, number, or degree of something

Ex: Accurate measurements are essential for ensuring the success of the experiment .

tusk [noun]

each of the curved pointy teeth of some animals such as elephants, boars, etc., especially one that stands out from the closed mouth

Ex: With a gentle nudge , the elephant used its tusks to help a fallen companion back onto its feet .

to load [verb]

to place or position individuals or items for transportation

Ex: The truck driver loaded crates of merchandise onto the delivery truck for distribution .

to transport [verb]

to take people, goods, etc. from one place to another using a vehicle, ship, or aircraft

Ex: The cruise ship company specializes in transporting passengers to exotic destinations around the world .

to translocate [verb]

move from one place to another, especially of wild animals

prospect [noun]

the likelihood or possibility of something becoming successful in the future

Ex: The startup had a promising prospect for becoming a leader in renewable energy .

employment [noun]

the fact or state of having a regular paid job

Ex: His employment as a software engineer allowed him to work remotely from home , which he enjoyed .

enormously [adverb]

to a great or vast degree

Ex: The CEO 's decision impacted the organization enormously .

to contribute [verb]

to be one of the causes or reasons that helps something happen

Ex: Volunteer efforts significantly contribute to the charity 's growth .

to rise [verb]

to increase or become more intense

Ex: As the summer temperatures increased , concerns about heat-related issues began to rise among the residents .

standard of living [phrase]

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Many people seek job opportunities abroad to achieve a higher standard of living for their families .

former [adjective]

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

Ex:

reliable [adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: Despite challenges , the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations .

source [noun]

a place or thing from which something originates or begins

Ex: The idea came from an unexpected source .

in fact [adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

Ex: She was confident about the facts , and in fact , her research was comprehensive and accurate .

to volunteer [verb]

to state or suggest something without being asked or told

Ex: The student volunteered his thoughts on the new curriculum , offering constructive feedback to the teacher .

to give up [verb]

to let go of things that are not essential or necessary

Ex: They chose to give up their extravagant vacations in favor of a more frugal lifestyle .

weapon [noun]

an object that can physically harm someone or something, such as a gun, bomb, knife, etc.

Ex: The detective found the murder weapon hidden under the bed .

no longer [adverb]

up to a certain point but not beyond it

Ex: He is no longer available for appointments this evening .

relocation [noun]

the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind)

square [adjective]

used to express area by multiplying length by width

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plenty [pronoun]

a plentiful or abundant amount of something

Ex: With plenty of sunshine this week , the gardens are thriving .

presence [noun]

the state of being present; current existence

to balance [verb]

to bring something into a state of stability or harmony

Ex: The artist balanced light and shadow to enhance the painting .

ecosystem [noun]

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

Ex: Human activities like deforestation can disrupt fragile ecosystems and lead to biodiversity loss .

sustainable [adjective]

able to continue for a long period of time

Ex: The community garden provided sustainable access to fresh produce for local residents .

conservation [noun]

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

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to replicate [verb]

to make an exact copy of something

Ex: The printer replicated the original document with perfect accuracy for distribution .

draw [noun]

a performer or attraction that greatly appeals to audiences, resulting in the attraction of large crowds to an event or venue

Ex: The comedian 's humor made him a major draw at the comedy club , with audiences eagerly anticipating his performances .

tourism [noun]

the activity of traveling to different places for enjoyment, sightseeing, or relaxation

Ex: Tourism brings many visitors to the city every year .

times [preposition]

used to multiply a number by another

Ex:

trade [noun]

the activity of exchanging goods or services

Ex: Local markets thrive on the trade of fresh produce and handmade goods .

gross domestic product [noun]

the measure of an economy adopted by the United States in 1991; the total market values of goods and services produced by workers and capital within a nation's borders during a given period (usually 1 year)

dramatic [adjective]

surprising or exciting in appearance or effect

Ex: Her sudden weight loss was dramatic , leaving friends and family astonished .

enforcement [noun]

the action of making people obey a law or regulation

Ex: The enforcement of international treaties requires cooperation among nations .

anti [preposition]

used to convey that one is against something

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suitable [adjective]

appropriate for a certain situation or purpose

Ex: They needed to find a suitable venue for the conference .

to monitor [verb]

to keep someone or something under observation, typically for safety or security purposes

Ex: The company hired private investigators to monitor the activities of a suspected corporate spy .

constantly [adverb]

in a way that continues without any pause

Ex: The background music at the cafe played constantly .

poaching [noun]

the illegal hunting, capturing, or killing of wild animals, usually to sell them or their body parts

Ex:

Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 (2)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1)
Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 1	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (1)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (2)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 4	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (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 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	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 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)