Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic "Test 4 - Listening - Part 3" Vocabulary

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 in the Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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to work out [verb]

to find a solution to a problem

Ex: Can you work out a plan for improving employee satisfaction ?

to try out [verb]

to test something new or different to see how good or effective it is

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to motivate [verb]

to make someone want to do something by giving them a reason or encouragement

Ex: The inspiring story of success served to motivate aspiring entrepreneurs .

satisfied [adjective]

content with a result or outcome

Ex: She was satisfied with the outcome of the meeting , as her concerns were addressed .

in the end [adverb]

used to refer to the conclusion or outcome of a situation or event

Ex: In the end , the project was a huge success , despite the setbacks .

to come across [verb]

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

Ex: I was browsing through a bookstore when I came across a novel that caught my attention .

unsure [adjective]

not confident enough in oneself, especially in one's abilities

Ex: She looked unsure when asked to lead the team on her own .

to suppose [verb]

to be required to do something, especially because of a rule, agreement, tradition, etc.

Ex: The students were supposed to hand in their assignments before the deadline .

to turn out [verb]

to emerge as a particular outcome

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prepared [adjective]

having been made ready or suitable beforehand for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: The prepared presentation impressed the audience with its thoroughness .

physical [adjective]

having a material presence that can be perceived by the senses

Ex: His physical presence in the room brought a sense of authority to the discussion .

verbal [adjective]

relating to or expressed using spoken language

Ex: The verbal agreement between the two parties was sealed with a handshake .

widely [adverb]

in a manner accepted, used, or practiced by a large number of people or throughout many locations

Ex: This software is widely used by professionals in the industry .

appealing [adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

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aware [adjective]

having an understanding or perception of something, often through careful thought or sensitivity

Ex: He was n't aware of the consequences of his actions until it was too late .

craft [noun]

a practice requiring experience and skill, in which objects are made with one's hands

Ex: The artisan 's craft was evident in the intricate wood carvings .

clumsy [adjective]

doing things or moving in a way that lacks control and care, usually causing accidents

Ex: Her clumsy attempts at dancing drew laughter from the crowd .

to require [verb]

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: To operate the machinery safely , it will require proper training .

practice [noun]

the act of applying or implementing an idea, theory, or plan into real-world actions or activities

Ex: The practice of this teaching method has shown significant improvement in student engagement .

to reinforce [verb]

to enhance or make something more effective by providing additional resources, encouragement, or positive feedback

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geometric [adjective]

connected with the branch of mathematics that deals with the relationships between lines, angles and surfaces

Ex: Architects use geometric principles to design buildings with precise angles and proportions .

to present [verb]

to deliver a speech or presentation that publicly expresses one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: The advocate will present her case for environmental conservation at the community forum .

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fraction [noun]

a number obtained by dividing one integer or rational number by another, typically written in the form a/b

Ex: Fractions can be converted to decimals for easier calculation .

to come up [verb]

(of an event or schedule) to be approaching or getting closer in time

Ex: The team is feeling the pressure as the important match is coming up this weekend .

to struggle [verb]

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: She struggled to overcome her fear of public speaking , but with practice and support , she improved .

symmetry [noun]

the quality of having two halves that are exactly the same, which are separated by an axis

Ex: The snowflake 's hexagonal symmetry results from its crystal structure .

term [noun]

one of the three periods in the academic year during which multiple classes are held in schools, universities, etc.

Ex: He enrolled in three courses for the spring term .

to follow [verb]

to act accordingly to someone or something's advice, commands, or instructions

Ex: The soldiers claimed they were just following orders during the mission .

instruction [noun]

guidance on how to carry out a task or operate something

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cooperatively [adverb]

in a manner that involves two or more parties working together supportively

Ex: Neighbors cooperatively organized the community cleanup event .

independence [noun]

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own .

competitive [adjective]

having a strong desire to win or succeed

Ex: Despite the friendly atmosphere , the competitive gamer was determined to emerge victorious in every match .

attitude [noun]

the typical way a person thinks or feels about something or someone, often affecting their behavior and decisions

Ex: He approached the project with a can-do attitude , inspiring his team to work diligently towards success .

pleased [adjective]

feeling happy and satisfied with something that has happened or with someone's actions

Ex: I 'm pleased that you accepted our invitation .

model [noun]

a representation or replica of something, often created on a smaller scale, to show its design or function

Ex: For his science project , he built a model of the solar system .

to demonstrate [verb]

to explain something by providing examples, doing experiments, etc.

Ex: The speaker used statistical data to demonstrate the correlation between regular exercise and improved mental health .

stage [noun]

one of the phases in which a process or event is divided into

Ex: The company is in the early stages of developing a new product line .

terminology [noun]

a set of specialized terms that are used in a specific science, art, business, or profession

Ex: The textbook includes a glossary of technical terminology for students .

unwilling [adjective]

reluctant or resistant to do something

Ex: The students were unwilling to accept the new school rules without discussion .

to take up [verb]

to occupy a particular amount of space or time

Ex: The meeting took up the entire afternoon .

particular [adjective]

distinctive among others that are of the same general classification

Ex: She is dedicated to a particular area of research within the medical field .

misunderstanding [noun]

the act of interpreting something incorrectly

Ex: The email 's ambiguous wording led to a misunderstanding about the project deadline .

to set [verb]

to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete

Ex: The teacher set an assignment for the students to complete by Friday .

hand-eye coordination [noun]

the skill of using the eyes to guide the hands in doing tasks that require accurate and controlled movement

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origami [noun]

the practice or art of folding paper into desired shapes, which is originated from Japanese culture

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to fold [verb]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

Ex: Before baking , she had to fold the pastry edges to seal the delicious filling .

to [see] {sb/sth} in a new light [phrase]

to see people or things through a different perspective

Ex: After traveling to a foreign country and immersing myself in the culture , I saw the world in a new light and gained a broader perspective .

in order [adjective]

arranged correctly or in the proper condition

Ex: The documents were not in order , causing delays .

individually [adverb]

one by one; separately from the others

Ex: The cookies were wrapped individually to preserve freshness .

direction [noun]

a message describing how something is to be done

to build [verb]

to cause something to form or develop

Ex: They are putting in the effort to build a healthy work-life balance .

to stand out [verb]

to be prominent and easily noticeable

Ex: The unique architecture of the building made it stand out in the city skyline .

fine [adjective]

showing careful detail or delicate quality

Ex: The scientist 's fine observations revealed subtle patterns in the data .

motor [adjective]

relating to the transmission of signals from the central nervous system to muscles

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to [take] (a|) note [phrase]

to make a written record of something for later use

Ex: Can you take a note of the address for me ?

disruptive [adjective]

interrupting or disturbing the normal flow or function of something

Ex: The new technology brought disruptive changes to the industry .

to settle down [verb]

to return to a state of calmness following a period of disturbance or activity

Ex: It usually takes some time for the chaos in the market to settle down after the morning rush .

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)