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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 3

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
disbelief
disbelief
[noun]

the state of not believing or accepting something as true or real

Ex: She stared in disbelief at the news. 
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to admire
to admire
[Verb]

to express respect toward someone or something often due to qualities, achievements, etc.

Ex: She admires her grandmother for her wisdom and strength in facing life's challenges. 
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fellow
fellow
[Adjective]

used to refer to someone who shares similarities with one such as job, interest, etc. or is in the same situation

Ex: As fellow members of the book club, they often gathered to discuss their favorite novels. 
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course
course
[noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: He completed a photography course to enhance his camera skills. 
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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: She is a professional photographer, specializing in portrait and wedding photography. 
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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: As a professional athlete, he maintained a strict diet and exercise routine. 
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brilliant
brilliant
[Adjective]

exceptionally impressive or outstanding

Ex: Her brilliant performance earned her a standing ovation. 
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academic
academic
[Adjective]

hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result

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to push
to push
[Verb]

to encourage or influence someone, or oneself, to work harder

Ex: He tends to push his employees a little too much. 
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fortunate
fortunate
[Adjective]

experiencing good luck or favorable circumstances

Ex: She felt fortunate to have found a job she loved in such a short time. 
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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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over
over
[preposition]

past the worst stage of something, especially a difficulty or illness

Ex: Thankfully, we're over the crisis now. 
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related
related
[Adjective]

connected logically, causally, or by shared characteristics

Ex: The symptoms he described were related to the common cold. 
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area
area
[noun]

a specific field or subject of study or expertise

Ex: His primary area of research is renewable energy technology. 
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session
session
[noun]

a scheduled period of teaching, instruction, or learning activities conducted within a defined timeframe

Ex: The morning session consisted of three classes, including mathematics, science, and English. 
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bat
bat
[noun]

a small racket with a long handle, used to hit a ball in games such as squash

Ex: He swung his squash bat with precision during the match. 
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rubber
rubber
[noun]

a material that is elastic, water-resistant, and often used in various products such as tires, gloves, and erasers

Ex: The mechanic replaced the worn-out tires with new rubber ones. 
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roll
roll
[noun]

something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one

Ex: something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one 
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bulk
bulk
[noun]

the property of something that is great in magnitude

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harness
harness
[noun]

a piece of equipment that fits around an animal's body, typically a dog or cat, and is used to secure and control the animal

Ex: The dog tugged excitedly at the leash attached to its colorful harness. 
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covering
covering
[noun]

an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

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innovative
innovative
[Adjective]

(of ideas, products, etc.) creative and unlike anything else that exists

Ex: The company is known for developing innovative solutions to common environmental challenges. 
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pad
pad
[noun]

a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort

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cricket
cricket
[noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

Ex: Cricket requires a good understanding of strategy. 
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site. 
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to boo
to boo
[Verb]

show displeasure, as after a performance or speech

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to jeer
to jeer
[Verb]

to mockingly laugh or shout at someone

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cycle
cycle
[noun]

a vehicle with two wheels designed for propulsion by foot pedals like a bicycle or tricycle

Ex: He rode his cycle to work every day to save money on gas. 
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biker
biker
[noun]

someone who rides a motorcycle or bicycle

Ex: The biker sped down the highway on his motorcycle. 
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cyclist
cyclist
[noun]

someone who rides a bicycle

Ex: The cyclist pedaled quickly up the steep hill. 
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to end up
to end up
[Verb]

to eventually reach or find oneself in a particular place, situation, or condition, often unexpectedly or as a result of circumstances

Ex: Despite careful planning, we somehow ended up getting lost in the unfamiliar city. 
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air vent
air vent
[noun]

an opening or device designed to allow the flow of air into or out of a confined space, such as a room, building, or HVAC system, for the purpose of ventilation, air circulation, or temperature regulation

Ex: The air vent in the living room was a little dusty, so she cleaned it to improve airflow. 
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club
club
[noun]

a piece of golf equipment used by a golfer to hit a golf ball

Ex: He chose a different club for his next shot to avoid the sand trap. 
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hockey stick

a sport equipment used by players to hit, pass, and control the puck or ball in hockey games

Ex: She practiced her slapshot with her new hockey stick. 
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to manufacture

to produce products in large quantities by using machinery

Ex: The company manufactures electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablets. 
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to stitch
to stitch
[Verb]

to join the edges of a wound together by a thread and needle

Ex: The doctor stitched the deep cut on the patient's arm to close the wound. 
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to head
to head
[Verb]

to strike the ball with the head, usually to pass or score in soccer

Ex: He tried to head the ball into the net. 
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excessive
excessive
[Adjective]

beyond what is considered normal or socially acceptable

Ex: The amount of sugar in the cake was excessive, making it overly sweet. 
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mass
mass
[Adjective]

involving or impacting a large number of things or people collectively

Ex: Mass production techniques have led to the creation of affordable consumer goods. 
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spectator
spectator
[noun]

a person who watches sport competitions closely

Ex: The enthusiastic spectator cheered loudly as her favorite team scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the match. 
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homesickness

a strong feeling of missing home and wanting to return

Ex: He felt homesickness during his first week at college. 
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gratitude
gratitude
[noun]

the quality of being thankful or showing appreciation for something

Ex: She wrote a letter of gratitude to her teacher for the extra support. 
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pimpled
pimpled
[Adjective]

covered with many small raised bumps or spots on a surface

Ex: The old metal pipe had a pimpled surface from years of rust. 
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