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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 3 - Listening - Part 3

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 3 - Listening - Part 3 in the Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
obesity
obesity
[noun]

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

Ex: Obesity rates have been steadily rising worldwide, becoming a major public health concern in many countries. 
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to [tell] the difference

to recognize the dissimilarities between two or more things

Ex: She could tell the difference between the identical twins by their distinct personalities. 
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artificial
artificial
[Adjective]

made by humans rather than occurring naturally in nature

Ex: Artificial sweeteners are used as sugar substitutes in many food and beverage products. 
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sweetener
sweetener
[noun]

a substance used to add sweetness to food or beverages

Ex: Can you pass me the sugar packet? I need a sweetener for my tea. 
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to [take] ages
to take ages
[phrase]

to require a very long time to complete something, often much longer than expected or necessary

Ex: Sometimes, finding a parking space in the city takes ages. 
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proper
proper
[Adjective]

conforming to the expected standards

Ex: He finally landed a proper job after years of freelancing. 
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record
record
[noun]

a comprehensive collection of all the known facts and information regarding a particular subject, person, or event, often used for reference, analysis, or evidence

Ex: The medical record contains all the known facts about the patient's health history. 
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to measure

to find out the exact size of something or someone

Ex: The tailor regularly measures customers to ensure a perfect fit for their clothes. 
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content
content
[noun]

the proportion of a substance in an alloy or mixture

Ex: The metal's content of copper was unusually high. 
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nutritional
nutritional
[Adjective]

related to the nourishment provided by food and its impact on health, promoting growth and overall bodily well-being

Ex: She paid attention to the nutritional content of her meals to ensure a balanced diet. 
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packet
packet
[noun]

a small bag typically made of paper, plastic, etc., that can contain various things, such as tea, sugar, or spices

Ex: I used a packet of sauce to flavor the pasta. 
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to grind up

to crush or break something into small pieces or powder

Ex: The machine grinds up the grain into flour. 
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to absorb
to absorb
[Verb]

to take in energy, liquid, etc.

Ex: Plants absorb sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis. 
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problematic
problematic
[Adjective]

presenting difficulties or concerns, often requiring careful consideration or attention

Ex: The weather conditions were problematic for the hikers trying to reach the summit. 
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to reckon
to reckon
[Verb]

to think or have an opinion about something

Ex: He reckoned that the project would take longer than anticipated. 
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scale
scale
[noun]

a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The bathroom scale indicated that she had lost a few pounds after her diet and exercise regimen. 
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to realize

to have a sudden or complete understanding of a fact or situation

Ex: He realized his mistake at once after reviewing the report. 
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to suspect

to think that something is probably true, especially something bad, without having proof

Ex: I suspect he's been lying about where he was last night. 
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on purpose
on purpose
[Adverb]

in a way that is intentional and not accidental

Ex: She spilled the ink on the paper on purpose to create an artistic effect. 
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quarter
quarter
[noun]

a portion that represents one-fourth of a whole

Ex: He ate a quarter of the chocolate bar and saved the rest for later. 
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approach
approach
[noun]

a way of doing something or dealing with a problem

Ex: The teacher's approach to discipline focuses on positive reinforcement. 
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brisk
brisk
[Adjective]

quick and energetic in movement or action

Ex: She took a brisk walk in the morning to wake herself up. 
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objectively
objectively
[Adverb]

in a manner based on facts rather than personal feelings, opinions, or biases

Ex: The journalist reported objectively, avoiding emotional language. 
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motion
motion
[noun]

a natural process involving a change in position or orientation of an object

Ex: The planet's motion around the sun is elliptical. 
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sensor
sensor
[noun]

a machine or device that detects any changes in the environment and sends the information to other electronic devices

Ex: The temperature sensor measures the heat in the environment to adjust the heating system. 
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escalator
escalator
[noun]

a staircase that moves and takes people up or down different levels easily, often found in large buildings like airports, department stores, etc.

Ex: The weary travelers rode the escalator down to the baggage claim area after a long flight. 
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width
width
[noun]

the distance of something from side to side

Ex: The width of the river is about 50 meters. 
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unconscious
unconscious
[Adjective]

done automatically, without deliberate thought

Ex: He gave an unconscious smile. 
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modification

the act of making small changes in something, usually for an enhancement

Ex: The modification of the car’s engine increased its performance. 
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tutor
tutor
[noun]

a teacher at a university or college who helps and guides a group of students with their studies

Ex: The tutor helped me understand the complex concepts in the course. 
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nutrition
nutrition
[noun]

food that is essential to one's growth and health

Ex: Fruits and vegetables are essential components of a healthy diet, providing valuable nutrition and vitamins to nourish the body. 
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to predict

to say that something is going to happen before it actually takes place

Ex: The meteorologist predicted rain for the weekend based on weather patterns. 
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sample
sample
[noun]

a randomly selected part of a larger group, put to study in order to gain knowledge or to draw conclusions about the larger group

Ex: The survey included a random sample of 500 households to gather opinions on local transportation issues. 
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unaware
unaware
[Adjective]

lacking knowledge or realization of a fact or situation

Ex: She remained unaware of the danger lurking nearby. 
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unsuitable
unsuitable
[Adjective]

not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: The attire he wore was unsuitable for the formal dinner. 
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finely
finely
[Adverb]

into very small or thin parts

Ex: Chop the parsley finely before adding it to the soup. 
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deliberately
deliberately
[Adverb]

in a way that is done consciously and intentionally

Ex: He deliberately ignored the warning signs. 
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ineffective
ineffective
[Adjective]

not achieving the desired outcome or intended result

Ex: The medication proved to be ineffective in treating the patient's condition. 
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to overestimate

to guess or calculate a value, size, or etc. to be higher than it actually is

Ex: I tend to overestimate the time it takes to complete tasks. 
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practical
practical
[Adjective]

having a design or use that effectively serves a specific need

Ex: She wore practical shoes for the long hike. 
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mobility
mobility
[noun]

the ability to move easily or be freely moved from one place, job, etc. to another

Ex: Mobility in the workforce allows employees to find new job opportunities across industries. 
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crowd
crowd
[noun]

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

Ex: The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the first goal of the match. 
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to illustrate

to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

Ex: The teacher illustrated the concept with a simple diagram on the board. 
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to leave out

to intentionally exclude someone or something

Ex: The author left out a crucial plot point, leaving readers confused and unsatisfied. 
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content
content
[noun]

the subject matter or information covered in a speech, literary work, or other forms of communication, distinct from its style or presentation

Ex: The book’s content focuses on modern political theories. 
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slide
slide
[noun]

a single page or screen in a computer-made presentation that shows text, images, or both to explain or share information during a talk

Ex: My first slide gave an overview of the topic. 
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