Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 4

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
sociable [adjective]

(of an event, atmosphere, place, etc.) encouraging people to talk, interact, and spend time with each other

Ex: Joining a club or group can be a great way to meet new people and engage in sociable activities .

to examine or look for the differences between of two or more objects

Ex: The scientist will compare the experimental results to draw conclusions .
whereas [conjunction]

used to introduce a statement that is true for one thing and false for another

Ex: The first book was long and detailed , whereas the second one was short and concise .

a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation

to cycle [verb]

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

Ex: They decided to cycle to the nearby town instead of driving .

a stationary machine for taking exercise that can be pedaled like a bicycle

cognitive [adjective]

referring to mental processes involved in understanding, thinking, and remembering

Ex: The cognitive abilities of children develop rapidly during early childhood .

to have an illness or disease

Ex: Access to quality healthcare is crucial for those who suffer from chronic illnesses , ensuring timely diagnosis and effective treatment .

(of a healthcare professional) to tell someone what drug or treatment they should get

Ex: My therapist prescribed light exercises to help with my back pain .
therapy [noun]

the systematic treatment of a disease, injury, or disorder through medical, rehabilitative, or remedial methods

Ex: Antibiotic therapy is essential for treating bacterial infections .

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

Ex: Teams overcome project challenges by collaborating and finding innovative solutions .

a state characterized by constant feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of enegry or interest in activities

Ex: Many people experience depression during major life changes .
established [adjective]

widely acknowledged as valid or customary

Ex: The established tradition of celebrating the holidays with family gatherings has been passed down through generations .
adolescent [adjective]

in the developmental stage between childhood and adulthood

Ex: Emotional regulation develops throughout adolescent development .
study [noun]

a detailed and careful consideration and examination

Ex: The study concluded that regular exercise significantly improves mental health and cognitive function .
enormous [adjective]

extremely large in degree or intensity

Ex: His mistake had an enormous impact on the outcome of the project .
barrier [noun]

an obstacle that separates people or hinders any progress or communication

Ex: Lack of funding is a major barrier to scientific research .

to make an attempt to achieve or do something

Ex: I ’ve never played chess , but I ’ll have a go .
beneficial [adjective]

having a positive effect or helpful result

Ex: Using sunscreen is beneficial in preventing sunburn .
intense [adjective]

reaching a high level of focus, effort, or energy

Ex: After hours of intense negotiation , both parties reached an agreement .
workout [noun]

a session of physical exercise or practice meant to improve or maintain health, fitness, or strength

Ex: He incorporated a morning workout into his daily routine to improve his overall fitness and start the day with a boost of endorphins .
gentle [adjective]

mild or soft in manner, action, or effect

Ex: His gentle voice reassured the frightened kitten .

to help or support the progress or development of something

Ex: The government launched a campaign to promote environmental conservation and sustainability .

to lead one to believe or consider that something exists or is true

Ex: The empty parking spaces in front of the store suggested that it was closed for the day .

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

Ex: To operate the machinery safely , it will require proper training .
step [noun]

a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance

routine [noun]

a set of jokes, movements, songs, etc. practiced and used regularly in a performance

Ex: The magician practiced his routine for hours .

to think about or understand information carefully and in steps

Ex: He processed the report before making any decisions .

to keep something in one's thoughts or mental awareness

Ex: The mentor shared valuable advice with the protege , hoping they would retain the wisdom throughout their career .

the driving force or reason behind someone's actions, behaviors, or desires

Ex: The motivation behind his generous donation was to support education in his community .
active [adjective]

(of a person) doing many things with a lot of energy

Ex: She 's active in the art community , regularly attending exhibitions and workshops .

the act or process of working with someone to produce or achieve something

the act of communicating or working together with someone or something

Ex: He had little interaction with his colleagues at work .

the act of to physically or socially separating someone or something from others

Ex: The remote location of the cabin provided complete isolation from the busy city life .
aerobic [adjective]

(of physical exercise) including activities that increase one's heart rate and oxygen consumption rate

Ex: Aerobic workouts help improve cardiovascular health .
to burn [verb]

to use calories as energy through physical activity or bodily processes

Ex: He has burned more calories this week than last .
moderately [adverb]

to an average extent or degree

Ex: The book has been moderately popular among young readers .
obesity [noun]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

Ex: Obesity increases the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes , heart disease , and certain types of cancer .
gain [noun]

a beneficial or advantageous quality or outcome

Ex:
finding [noun]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

Ex: His finding on the chemical reaction led to a breakthrough in the experiment .

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

Ex: Some students associate the library with a quiet and focused environment for studying .
accessible [adjective]

easy to acquire or use

Ex: Affordable education should be accessible to everyone .
studio [noun]

a place designed for performers, especially dancers, to practice, train, and rehearse

Ex: He opened a studio to teach ballet .

a type of exercise where a person repeatedly steps up onto and down from a raised platform while following a set rhythm or routine to improve fitness

Ex: