pattern

Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 4

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

Review

Flashcards

Forms

Spelling

Quiz

Start learning
Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
to reside
to reside
[Verb]

to live in a specific place

Ex: The Smith family resides in a charming cottage on the outskirts of town. 
Close
Sign in
a great deal
a great deal
[phrase]

to a large extent

Ex: She cares for him a great deal, which is why she's always there when he needs her. 
Close
Sign in
property
property
[noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse. 
Close
Sign in
publication

the act of preparation and distribution of a book, magazine, piece of music, etc. to the public

Ex: The publication of her first novel took nearly two years of editing. 
Close
Sign in
poetry
poetry
[noun]

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

Ex: His poetry captures the beauty of nature with vivid and expressive language. 
Close
Sign in
storey
storey
[noun]

a level of a building, usually above ground, where people live or work

Ex: The office is located on the third storey of the building. 
Close
Sign in
capital
capital
[noun]

the city or town that is considered to be the political center of a country or state, from which the government operates

Ex: Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States. 
Close
Sign in
empire
empire
[noun]

a territory governed by an emperor or empress, under imperial authority

Ex: The emperor expanded his empire across three continents. 
Close
Sign in
to collapse

to experience a sudden and complete failure

Ex: The entire project collapsed under the weight of unrealistic expectations and poor planning. 
Close
Sign in
to decorate

to adorn the inside of a house or room in order to make it more beautiful

Ex: They decided to decorate the living room with a fresh coat of light blue paint to create a serene atmosphere. 
Close
Sign in
to furnish

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

Ex: They decided to furnish the living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and stylish chairs. 
Close
Sign in
to consider

to regard someone or something in a certain way

Ex: They consider it a tradition to celebrate Thanksgiving together. 
Close
Sign in
work of art

something that is exceptionally well-crafted, attractively presented, or intricately detailed, often admired for its beauty or creativity

Ex: The wedding cake was a true work of art, with delicate sugar flowers and intricate designs. 
Close
Sign in
portrait
portrait
[noun]

a drawing, photograph, or painting of a person, particularly of their face and shoulders

Ex: The artist completed a beautiful portrait of the young girl, capturing her serene expression. 
Close
Sign in
to hang
to hang
[Verb]

to decorate, furnish, or adorn by suspending objects

Ex: They hung the room with balloons for the party. 
Close
Sign in
ground floor

the floor of a building at ground level

Ex: Due to the accessibility requirements, the building has an elevator that connects the ground floor to all upper levels. 
Close
Sign in
tapestry
tapestry
[noun]

a piece of heavy cloth that is adorned by weaving complicated pictorial designs into it and is mostly used for wall hangings, curtains, etc.

Close
Sign in
paneling
paneling
[noun]

a panel or section of panels in a wall or door

Close
Sign in
relatively
relatively
[Adverb]

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

Ex: The test was relatively easy compared to the last one. 
Close
Sign in
intricate
intricate
[Adjective]

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

Ex: The intricate design of the watch included tiny gears and delicate engravings. 
Close
Sign in
carving
carving
[noun]

an object or pattern that is made by cutting solid material

Close
Sign in
atmosphere

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

Ex: The café's cozy atmosphere, soft lighting and jazz music, made customers stay for hours. 
Close
Sign in
shadowy
shadowy
[Adjective]

dimly lit or obscured by shadows, often creating an atmosphere of mystery or uncertainty

Ex: The shadowy alley was dimly lit by a single flickering streetlamp. 
Close
Sign in
solemn
solemn
[Adjective]

reflecting deep sincerity or a lack of humor

Ex: The solemn ceremony honored the sacrifices of those who served in the military. 
Close
Sign in
lounge
lounge
[noun]

a room in a house where people can sit, relax, or entertain

Ex: The family gathered in the lounge after dinner. 
Close
Sign in
to entertain

to amuse someone so that they have an enjoyable time

Ex: The clown entertained the children at the birthday party with magic tricks and balloon animals. 
Close
Sign in
furnishings

(usually used in plural) the furniture or a set of decorative accessories such as curtains, carpets, etc. in a room

Close
Sign in
pattern
pattern
[noun]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

Ex: The wallpaper had a beautiful floral pattern that added elegance to the room. 
Close
Sign in
hallway
hallway
[noun]

a space inside a building entrance, which connects to the other rooms

Ex: She hung family photos along the hallway leading to the bedrooms. 
Close
Sign in
lookout
lookout
[noun]

a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

Close
Sign in
harbor
harbor
[noun]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

Ex: The ships docked in the harbor to avoid the storm approaching from the open sea. 
Close
Sign in
in contrast to
in contrast to
[preposition]

showing a difference when compared to something else

Ex: In contrast to her outgoing sister, he was more reserved and introverted. 
Close
Sign in
true to {sth}

remaining loyal and devoted to a principle, cause, or commitment

Ex: He stayed true to his promise and completed the project on time. 
Close
Sign in
value
value
[noun]

a set of moral beliefs or principles of what is important in life

Ex: Integrity is a core value that guides the organization’s decisions. 
Close
Sign in
deprived
deprived
[Adjective]

lacking the basic necessities of life

Ex: The deprived children lacked access to proper nutrition and education. 
Close
Sign in
extraordinary
extraordinary
[Adjective]

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

Ex: The chef's culinary skills were extraordinary, creating dishes that delighted the palate. 
Close
Sign in
gesture
gesture
[noun]

an action done to express an intention, feeling, or goodwill without necessarily using words

Ex: Bringing flowers was a kind gesture. 
Close
Sign in
to donate
to donate
[Verb]

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

Ex: Individuals often donate clothing to local shelters during the winter months. 
Close
Sign in
to restore

to repair a work of art, building, etc. so that it is in a good condition again

Ex: The museum hired experts to restore the ancient painting to its original beauty. 
Close
Sign in
to mention

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

Ex: During the meeting, please mention any concerns or suggestions you may have. 
Close
Sign in
to hear of

to know about somebody or something because one has received information or news about them

Ex: Have you heard of the recent company merger? It's making headlines. 
Close
Sign in
stage
stage
[noun]

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

Ex: The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his monologue. 
Close
Sign in
musical
musical
[noun]

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

Ex: The school is putting on a musical this spring, and I can't wait to see the students showcase their talents in singing, dancing, and acting. 
Close
Sign in
to release

to make a movie, music, etc. available to the public

Ex: The film studio released their latest blockbuster movie in theaters worldwide. 
Close
Sign in
plot
plot
[noun]

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: The plot of the novel kept readers on the edge of their seats with its unexpected twists. 
Close
Sign in
insight
insight
[noun]

a penetrating and profound understanding that goes beyond surface-level observations or knowledge

Ex: Years of study and contemplation yielded profound insights into the nature of existence. 
Close
Sign in
height
height
[noun]

the most advanced stage of something, achieved after a period of growth or effort

Ex: The athlete's gold medal was the height of his sporting achievements. 
Close
Sign in
to regard
to regard
[Verb]

to think about someone or something in a specified way

Ex: She regards her colleagues as valuable contributors to the team. 
Close
Sign in
(as|so) far as {sth} [is] concerned

used to refer to the specific matter or topic being discussed or considered

Ex: As far as the weather's concerned, I'd stay indoors today, if I were you. 
Close
Sign in
leading
leading
[Adjective]

greatest in significance, importance, degree, or achievement

Ex: The company's leading product dominates the market, setting the standard for quality and innovation. 
Close
Sign in
figure
figure
[noun]

a person of importance, fame, or public recognition

Ex: Nelson Mandela was a key figure in world history. 
Close
Sign in
romantic movement

a movement in literature and art during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that celebrated nature rather than civilization

Close
Sign in
genius
genius
[noun]

someone who is very smart or is very skilled in a specific activity

Ex: Albert Einstein is widely regarded as a genius in physics. 
Close
Sign in
outspoken
outspoken
[Adjective]

freely expressing one's opinions or ideas without holding back

Ex: The outspoken activist fearlessly spoke out against social injustices, rallying others to join the cause. 
Close
Sign in
criticism
criticism
[noun]

negative feedback that highlights mistakes or areas for improvement

Ex: His criticism helped me see flaws I hadn’t noticed before. 
Close
Sign in
eventually
eventually
[Adverb]

after or at the end of a series of events or an extended period

Ex: He eventually became the manager of the company. 
Close
Sign in
exile
exile
[noun]

the situation of someone who is sent to live in another country or city by force, particularly as a penalty or for political reasons

Ex: The political dissident lived in exile for over a decade, seeking asylum in neighboring countries. 
Close
Sign in
to adapt
to adapt
[Verb]

to change a book or play in a way that can be made into a movie, TV series, etc.

Ex: The screenwriter adapted the bestselling novel into a screenplay. 
Close
Sign in
elsewhere
elsewhere
[Adverb]

at, in, or to another place

Ex: The store was out of stock, so I had to look elsewhere for the product. 
Close
Sign in
sale
sale
[noun]

the act of selling something

Ex: Following the sale of her novel, she became a well-known author. 
Close
Sign in
to consist of

to be formed from particular parts or things

Ex: The salad consists of fresh greens, tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette. 
Close
Sign in
design
design
[noun]

a pattern of shapes and lines as a decoration

Ex: The wallpaper has a detailed floral design in soft colors. 
Close
Sign in
ownership
ownership
[noun]

the state or fact of being an owner

Close
Sign in
to land
to land
[Verb]

to reach and disembark on solid ground, typically after a journey by water

Ex: After a long journey, the explorers were relieved to finally land on the shores of the island. 
Close
Sign in
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app