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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic - Test 3 - Listening - Part 3

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 3 - Listening - Part 3 in the Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
assignment

a task given to a student to do

Ex: The teacher handed out a challenging assignment on algebraic equations. 
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to go about

to continue or start an activity

Ex: After the interruption, they decided to go about their work to meet the project deadline. 
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coverage
coverage
[noun]

the reporting of specific news or events by the media

Ex: The news coverage of the event was extensive and detailed. 
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editor
editor
[noun]

someone who is in charge of a newspaper agency, magazine, etc. and decides what should be published

Ex: The editor reviewed the articles submitted by journalists before publication. 
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column
column
[noun]

a section of a newspaper or magazine that regularly publishes articles about a particular subject

Ex: The sports column provides updates and commentary on local teams. 
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headline
headline
[noun]

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

Ex: The headline of today's newspaper reads, "Major Earthquake Strikes the City." 
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graphics
graphics
[noun]

the designs, pictures or drawings that are used in publications

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to [bear] in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: When you invest in the stock market, bear in mind that prices can be volatile. 
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journalist

someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: A journalist must always verify the facts before writing a story. 
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conflicting
conflicting
[Adjective]

showing opposing ideas or opinions that do not agree, causing confusion or disagreement

Ex: The two witnesses provided conflicting accounts of the accident, making it difficult for investigators to determine what truly happened. 
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misleading
misleading
[Adjective]

intended to give a wrong idea or make one believe something that is untrue

Ex: The advertisement contained misleading information about the effectiveness of the weight loss product. 
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to work out

to find a solution to a problem

Ex: We must work out a solution to the budgetary issues before moving forward. 
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to relate
to relate
[Verb]

to be linked or connected in a cause-and-effect relationship

Ex: The rise in global temperatures relates directly to increased carbon emissions from human activities. 
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to accompany

to happen or exist alongside something else or at the same time

Ex: The thunder accompanied the lightning, creating a dramatic storm. 
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prominent
prominent
[Adjective]

standing out clearly or easily noticeable

Ex: The prominent building stood out in the city skyline. 
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advice
advice
[noun]

a suggestion or an opinion that is given with regard to making the best decision in a specific situation

Ex: She sought her grandmother's advice before making a major career decision. 
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media studies

an academic discipline that examines the production, consumption, and effects of various forms of media, including television, film, digital media, and journalism

Ex: Sarah enrolled in media studies to explore the influence of social media on public discourse and political engagement. 
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to inform
to inform
[Verb]

to give information about someone or something, especially in an official manner

Ex: The teacher informed the students about the upcoming exam schedule and its format. 
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controversy

a strong disagreement or argument over something that involves many people

Ex: The new policy sparked a controversy among community members. 
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gosh
gosh
[interjection]

used to express surprise, amazement, or mild emphasis without swearing

Ex: Gosh, I didn't know you could play the piano so well. 
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assumption

an idea or belief that one thinks is true without having a proof

Ex: His assumption about the meeting time was incorrect. 
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to patronize

to speak or behave in a way that implies that one is more knowledgeable, experienced, or intelligent than the other person

Ex: I feel she is patronizing me by her constant attempts to explain things to me as if I'm incapable of understanding. 
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to present

to show or portray someone or something, often to convey a specific image

Ex: The company revamped its logo to present a more modern and innovative image. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to provide a report on or talk about an event in a news piece or media

Ex: The journalist covered the presidential inauguration, providing live updates throughout the day. 
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basis
basis
[noun]

the underlying principles that serve as the foundation upon which something is initiated, developed, calculated, or explained

Ex: The researcher built his theory on the basis of numerous experiments and verifiable data. 
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to analyze

to examine or study something in detail in order to explain or understand it

Ex: The scientist needed to analyze the data to draw meaningful conclusions from the experiment. 
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keen
keen
[Adjective]

having a strong enthusiasm, desire, or excitement for something or someone

Ex: She was keen to dive into the new book series, devouring each novel with gusto. 
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explicitly
explicitly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is direct and clear

Ex: The instructions were explicitly outlined in the manual. 
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editorial
editorial
[noun]

a newspaper article expressing the views of the editor on a particular subject

Ex: The editorial argued for more investment in public transportation. 
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terribly
terribly
[Adverb]

to a very great extent in a negative or distressing way

Ex: Your father misses you terribly. 
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treatment
treatment
[noun]

an action that is done to relieve pain or cure a disease, wound, etc.

Ex: After the accident, he underwent extensive treatment to recover from his injuries and regain mobility. 
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to consider

to regard someone or something in a certain way

Ex: They consider it a tradition to celebrate Thanksgiving together. 
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broad
broad
[Adjective]

covering a wide scope without focusing on specifics

Ex: The professor gave a broad overview of the topic, leaving the detailed analysis for later lectures. 
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picture
picture
[noun]

a situation treated as an observable object

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funding
funding
[noun]

the act of providing money or capital to support a project, organization, or activity

Ex: The university depends on funding to maintain its facilities. 
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