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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 4

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 in the Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
shelter
[noun]

a place or building that is meant to provide protection against danger or bad weather

Ex: The soldiers constructed a shelter to rest for the night .
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creature
[noun]

any living thing that is able to move on its own, such as an animal, fish, etc.

Ex: The night came alive with the sounds of nocturnal creatures like owls , bats , and frogs , signaling the start of their active period .
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nectar
[noun]

a sweet, liquid substance produced by flowers and used by insects as a source of energy

Ex: They watched as the bees buzzed around , sipping the nectar from the colorful blossoms .
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the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

Ex: Marine biodiversity in coral reefs is threatened by rising ocean temperatures and pollution .
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germ
[noun]

a small living organism that causes disease or infection

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something that has specific chemicals or causes a chemical reaction that destroys harmful microorganisms such as bacteria

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to obtain or isolate a specific substance or component by distillation or other methods of separation

Ex: The perfumer carefully extracted the fragrance from a variety of flowers .
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alarming
[Adjective]

causing a feeling of distress, fear, or unease

Ex: The alarming rise in prices worried many families .
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prematurely
[Adverb]

before the expected, appropriate, or natural time

Ex: The flowers bloomed prematurely due to the warm weather .
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gradually
[Adverb]

in small amounts over a long period of time

Ex: The student 's confidence in public speaking grew gradually with practice .
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proper
[Adjective]

conforming to the expected standards

Ex: They need a proper explanation for why the event was cancelled .
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chemical
[Adjective]

concerning or used in the scientific field of chemistry

Ex: The study of chemical kinetics examines the rates of chemical reactions and the factors that influence them.
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the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure

Ex: Road construction caused delays in traffic.
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to suck
[Verb]

to pull something in or draw it toward you by using a sucking motion or force

Ex: The machine sucked the plastic into a mold to form it .
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iron
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a natural mineral found in the earth, food, and the body that helps make healthy blood

Ex: Pregnant women are often advised to take extra iron.
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to inject
[Verb]

to introduce a liquid, such as a drug or vaccine, into the body of a person or animal using a syringe

Ex: They injected the sedative to calm the animal before the procedure .
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to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

Ex: With proper treatment , many people can recover from mental health challenges .
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relatively
[Adverb]

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

Ex: His explanation was relatively clear , though still a bit confusing .
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a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area

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to settle
[Verb]

to go and reside in a place as a permanent home

Ex: The couple finally decided to settle in the small, historic neighborhood they had always admired.
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(of a cell, gland, or organ) to produce and release a liquid substance in the body

Ex: Sweat glands secrete perspiration, helping to regulate body temperature.
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solution
[noun]

a mixture of different liquids

Ex: Chemists often study solutions to understand how different substances interact .
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to grow in a healthy and strong way

Ex: The tree flourished after years of careful care .
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at the expense of
[preposition]

causing a negative consequence or cost to someone or something in order to benefit another

Ex: The politician 's popularity rose , but it came at the expense of his integrity .
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to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

Ex: The company 's CEO proposed a merger with a competitor , believing it would create synergies and improve market share .
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trees and plants in general, particularly those of a specific habitat or area

Ex: The boreal forest 's vegetation, dominated by evergreen conifers , stretches for miles across the northern latitudes , with sparse undergrowth due to the harsh climate .
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fairly
[Adverb]

more than average, but not too much

Ex: The restaurant was fairly busy when we arrived .
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to grow in amount or number rapidly

Ex: The bacteria were proliferating in the warm and humid environment .
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the different elements that form something or the arrangement of these elements

Ex: Analyzing the composition of soil helps farmers determine its fertility and nutrient content for optimal crop growth .
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nutrient
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a substance such as a vitamin, protein, fat, etc. that is essential for good health and growth

Ex: Lack of certain nutrients can lead to health problems .
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indigenous
[Adjective]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

Ex: Many indigenous languages are at risk of disappearing, prompting efforts to preserve and revitalize them.
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continent
[noun]

any of the large land masses of the earth surrounded by sea such as Europe, Africa or Asia

Ex: Greenland is the world 's largest island and is located in the continent of North America .
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‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

Ex: The rainforest is home to many indigenous communities .
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tropical
[Adjective]

associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

Ex: The tropical sun provides abundant warmth and energy for photosynthesis in plants .
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dense
[Adjective]

containing plenty of things or people in a small space

Ex: She found the dense urban area overwhelming after living in the countryside .
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the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest

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lime
[noun]

a white or gray powder made by heating certain types of rocks and is commonly used in building materials, making soil less acidic, or treating water

Ex: Farmers often use lime to improve the quality of their fields.
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bushfire
[noun]

a fire that spreads quickly through dry grass, trees, or bushes in the countryside

Ex: Smoke from the bushfire could be seen from miles away.
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