pattern

Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2) in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

review-disable

Review

flashcard-disable

Flashcards

spelling-disable

Spelling

quiz-disable

Quiz

Start learning
Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
neolithic
[Adjective]

related to the latest part of the Stone Age when humans used stones as tools and weapons

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
track
[noun]

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

Ex: Hikers often follow tracks through forests and mountains , where the natural terrain has been shaped by wildlife or previous travelers .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

(archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
cemetery
[noun]

a piece of land in which dead people are buried, especially one that does not belong to a church

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
carving
[noun]

an object or pattern that is made by cutting solid material

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to fully understand or recognize the qualities, significance, or worth of something

Ex: Living abroad allowed her to appreciate the comforts of home she had taken for granted .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
nevertheless
[Adverb]

used to introduce an opposing statement

Ex: The path was forbidden ; they walked it nevertheless.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
valley
[noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: They hiked through the valley to reach the lake .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
adequate
[Adjective]

about average; acceptable

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to gain
[Verb]

to reach or arrive at a specific destination or place

Ex: He gained the summit of the hill just as the sun began to set .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

a situation of being uncomfortably close to someone or something

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
Common Era
[Adverb]

used with a date to refer to things happened or existed after the birth of Christ

Ex: The American Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776 CE.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
abbey
[noun]

a church with buildings connected to it in which a group of monks or nuns live or used to live

Ex: They have dedicated their lives to serving at the abbey, finding solace and purpose within its hallowed walls .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
depiction
[noun]

a graphic or vivid verbal description

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
optically
[Adverb]

with regard to how people see things or use light, especially with lenses or visual processes

Ex: The camera captured the image optically, using lenses to focus light .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to encourage or provoke a response, reaction, or activity

Ex: The warm weather stimulated the growth of plants in the garden .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

light from nonthermal sources

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
archeological
[Adjective]

related to the study or exploration of human history and prehistory through the excavation of artifacts and sites

Ex: The archeological expedition uncovered a buried tomb dating back to the Pharaonic era .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
unit
[noun]

an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
soil
[noun]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

Ex: Farmers test the soil regularly to ensure it has the necessary nutrients for crops .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure

Ex: Road construction caused delays in traffic.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

used to provide an alternative or clearer way of expressing the same idea

Ex: The assignment requires creativity ; in other words, you need to think outside the box .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
latter
[Adjective]

closest to the end of a particular period of time, event, etc.

Ex: The latter stages of the tournament will determine the ultimate winner.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

the state or period in which a country, city, etc. is taken control of by armed forces

Ex: The liberation movement aimed to end the occupation and restore sovereignty to the oppressed nation .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to show, point out, or suggest the existence, presence, or nature of something

Ex: The chart indicates a trend in sales .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
tribal
[Adjective]

associated with a social group of people who share common ancestry, language, and traditions, and often reside in a specific geographic area

Ex: Tribal art often reflects spiritual beliefs , mythology , and everyday life .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
emblem
[noun]

a special design or sign that represents a nation, monarchy, etc.

Ex: The royal family ’s crest is an emblem used on official documents and ceremonial objects .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

Ex: Ancient ruins were discovered by the current inhabitants, shedding light on the area 's rich history .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If the weather is unfavorable for outdoor activities , you can alternatively explore indoor entertainment options .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
ritual
[noun]

the act of conducting a series of fixed actions, particular to a religious ceremony

Ex: The ritual of offering incense is an integral part of many Buddhist ceremonies.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
celtic
[Adjective]

relating to or characteristic of the Celts

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to respect and honor God or a deity, especially by performing rituals

Ex: The followers worship their god through daily prayers and ceremonies .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
fertility
[noun]

the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
cult
[noun]

a group of people with extreme religious views who are separate from any established religion

Ex: After leaving the cult, she sought counseling to recover from the psychological impact of her experience .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

the state of being important or worthy of attention

Ex: She failed to understand the true significance of the warning .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to attest
[Verb]

to establish the truth of something by providing evidence or testimony

Ex: The manager attested to the employee 's punctuality .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
native
[Adjective]

related to one's place of birth

Ex: They participated in native cultural traditions during the annual festival .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
mythology
[noun]

a collection of ancient myths, particularly one that belongs to a group of people and their history, etc.

Ex: Many cultures around the world have their own mythology, which reflects their history , values , and worldview .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
gesture
[noun]

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

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
giant
[Adjective]

extremely large in size

Ex: The giant iceberg floated in the Arctic Ocean , posing a hazard to passing ships .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
fascinating
[Adjective]

extremely interesting or captivating

Ex: The magician 's tricks are fascinating to watch , leaving audiences spellbound .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
glimpse
[noun]

a quick or partial view of something, often fleeting or incomplete

Ex: I caught a glimpse of her face in the crowd before she disappeared into the crowd .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to alter
[Verb]

to cause something to change

Ex: The architect altered the design after receiving feedback from the client .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
hillfort
[noun]

an ancient military building built on a hill, usually surrounded by earth walls or ditches, used for protection and as a place to live

Ex: Tourists visit the hillfort to learn about ancient life.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to tie
[Verb]

to connect or link two things together, showing a relationship or connection between them

Ex: Scientists tie climate change to rising temperatures .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app