Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)

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

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
subject
subject [noun]

someone or something on which a study or experiment is performed

Ex: The study 's subjects were asked to complete a series of surveys about their dietary habits .
appeal
appeal [noun]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

Ex: The appeal of city life attracts many young professionals .
paperback
paperback [noun]

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

Ex: He picked up a paperback from the bargain bin , excited to find a good read at a discounted price .
superior
superior [adjective]

surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence

Ex: Her superior knowledge of the subject made her the go-to person for advice .
peer
peer [noun]

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

Ex: The summer camp aimed to create a supportive environment where children could interact with peers and develop social skills .
to sequence
to sequence [verb]

to arrange items or events in a particular order

Ex: I sequence the steps in the process to ensure efficiency .
to reconstruct
to reconstruct [verb]

to rebuild or reimagine something from the past, often using research or gathered information

Ex: The book reconstructs the life of the famous author using newly discovered letters .
chronological
chronological [adjective]

organized according to the order that the events occurred in

Ex:
to conduct
to conduct [verb]

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

Ex: As the event coordinator , she will conduct the planning and execution of the conference .
norm
norm [noun]

a standard or expectation that guides behavior within a group or society

Ex: It has become the norm to work from home in many industries .
to spot
to spot [verb]

to notice or see someone or something that is hard to do so

Ex: Can you spot the hidden details in the intricate painting ?
to sample
to sample [verb]

to take a small portion or specimen of something for examination, testing, or as a representation of a larger whole

Ex: The quality control team will sample the products to ensure consistency .
to grasp
to grasp [verb]

to mentally understand information or concepts

Ex: It took some time for the team to grasp the implications of the new software update .
to perceive
to perceive [verb]

to become aware or conscious of something

Ex: Through the artist 's work , many perceived a deeper message about society 's values .
unintended
unintended [adjective]

happening without being planned or deliberately caused

Ex: The joke had an unintended effect , causing offense to some audience members .
collateral damage
collateral damage [noun]

unintended negative consequence or harm resulting from an action

Ex: Policy changes often create collateral damage no one anticipated .
straightforward
straightforward [adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: The process for renewing your driver 's license is straightforward ; you just need to fill out a form and pay a fee .
atrophy
atrophy [noun]

a decline in effectiveness or function due to underuse or neglect

Ex: The garden fell into atrophy during the long winter .
to navigate
to navigate [verb]

to move through a challenging area with careful consideration of obstacles

Ex: The sailors faced the challenge of navigating the treacherous waters near the rocky coastline during the storm .
constant
constant [adjective]

happening continuously without stopping for a long time

Ex: The constant rain in the region led to flooding in low-lying areas .
bombardment
bombardment [noun]

an overwhelming stream of spoken or written messages delivered in rapid succession

Ex: The customer service line was met with a bombardment of complaints .
to incentivize
to incentivize [verb]

to motivate or encourage someone by offering benefits or rewards

Ex: Governments may incentivize citizens to adopt eco-friendly practices through tax incentives .
to retreat
to retreat [verb]

to move back or withdraw to a safer or more comfortable place, especially to avoid something unpleasant

Ex: Birds often retreat to their nests during heavy rain .
store
store [noun]

a supply of something available for future use

susceptible
susceptible [adjective]

easily affected by external factors

Ex: Patients undergoing chemotherapy are advised to avoid live virus vaccines as their immune systems are more susceptible to active infections during treatment .
to alter
to alter [verb]

to change without becoming totally different

Ex: The patient 's condition began to alter , showing signs of improvement .
to imply
to imply [verb]

to suggest that one thing is the logical consequence of the other

Ex: His consistent tardiness implies a lack of respect for others ' time .
to identify
to identify [verb]

to be able to say who or what someone or something is

Ex: The teacher identified the student 's handwriting on the exam .
to redress
to redress [verb]

to do something in order to make up for a wrongdoing or to make things right

Ex: The government took steps to redress the wrongs done to the affected communities .
to entrench
to entrench [verb]

to establish deeply and firmly, often making something difficult to change or remove

Ex: If we do n't address the issue now , it will only further entrench itself in our society .
capacity
capacity [noun]

the ability or power to achieve something or develop into a certain state in the future

Ex: Her artistic capacity was evident in the intricate sculptures she created as a child .
inborn
inborn [adjective]

referring to traits that are present from birth and are influenced by genetic inheritance, such as medical conditions or physical features

Ex: Researchers tried to determine if certain medical conditions had an inborn or environmental cause .
to adjust
to adjust [verb]

to slightly alter or move something in order to improve it or make it work better

Ex: Yesterday , the mechanic adjusted the brakes to ensure a smoother ride .
according to
according to [preposition]

in regard to what someone has said or written

Ex: The book , according to the author , offers a unique perspective on the subject .
trend
trend [noun]

an overall way in which something is changing or developing

Ex: The trend in smartphone technology shows an increasing emphasis on camera quality and AI features .
finding
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 recall
to recall [verb]

to bring back something from the memory

Ex: In therapy , individuals may work to recall suppressed memories for healing .
superficial
superficial [adjective]

concerned only with surface-level appearances or trivial matters, lacking depth or genuine understanding

Ex: The superficial nature of their conversation left little room for deeper connection .
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 professor asked the students to analyze the content of the article .
isolated
isolated [adjective]

marked by separation of or from usually contiguous elements

combined
combined [adjective]

formed or created by joining two or more elements or parts together

Ex: Their combined income allowed them to afford their dream home .
thorough
thorough [adjective]

extremely careful and attentive to detail

Ex: His thorough cleaning left the house spotless and organized down to the last detail .
widespread
widespread [adjective]

existing or spreading among many people, groups, or communities through communication, influence, or awareness

Ex: The artist ’s work gained widespread recognition after being featured in an international exhibition .
era
era [noun]

a period of history marked by particular features or events

Ex: The Industrial Revolution ushered in an era of rapid technological and economic change .
to rectify
to rectify [verb]

to make something right when it was previously incorrect, improper, or defective

Ex: The manager took steps to rectify the error in the financial report .
Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1 Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 Test 1 - Listening - Part 4
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1) Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 1 Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 Test 2 - Listening - Part 4
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2) Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (1) Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1) Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2) Test 3 - Listening - Part 1 Test 3 - Listening - Part 2
Test 3 - Listening - Part 3 Test 3 - Listening - Part 4 Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 Test 4 - Listening - Part 2
Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2) Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3