Test 1 - Listening - Part 2 (2) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 18 Vocabulary List

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

"Come up with a good idea."

"The team needs to come up with a creative solution to the problem before the deadline."

displaying or having creativity or originality

"She is imaginative."

"The imaginative child created entire worlds with her toys and she could entertain herself for hours without needing any screens."

the process or provision of financial aid for something such as a charity or cause, usually through holding special events

"Students organized fundraising for the local shelter"

"The charity organized a fundraising gala that raised over one million dollars for cancer research."

filled with great pleasure or joy

"I am delighted."

"The delighted child tore open the birthday presents and squealed with joy when she saw the new bicycle."

an action or pastime performed outside in the natural environment

"Hiking is a popular outdoor activity."

"Hiking was an outdoor activity that improved cardiovascular health while enjoying nature."

someone who gathers things, as a job or hobby

"The collector bought it."

"The art collector donated his entire collection of modern paintings to the museum so the public could enjoy them."

advanced in age

"The woman is elderly."

"The elderly woman needed assistance with grocery shopping and her kind neighbor volunteered to help her every week."

someone with whom a child plays

"The playmate was friendly."

"The only child often invited his neighbor to be his playmate because he felt lonely without siblings."

not attending school and therefore free to work

"The out-of-school teen worked."

"Many teenagers are out-of-school and looking for summer employment opportunities to earn money."

to help someone, especially to make it easier for them to do something

"Can you help out with dinner?"

"Can you help out with the dinner preparations because we have a lot of guests coming tonight?"

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

"Base your decision on evidence."

"The movie is based on a true story about a soldier who saved many lives during the war."

of, relating to, or connected with the theater as an art form or profession

"Theatrical costumes were elaborate."

"The theatrical performance was dramatic and emotional and the actors received a standing ovation at the end of the show."

a basic medical treatment given to someone in an emergency before they are taken to the hospital

"She learned first aid techniques."

"Knowing basic first aid techniques like CPR and the Heimlich maneuver can save lives while waiting for professional emergency responders to arrive on scene."

able to be physically harmed or wounded

"The child is vulnerable."

"The vulnerable child needed extra support from his teachers because he had experienced trauma and was easily frightened."

to eventually reach or find oneself in a particular place, situation, or condition, often unexpectedly or as a result of circumstances

"They end up lost."

"If you keep taking wrong turns, you will inevitably end up in the wrong part of town."

prone to danger or harm

"Your health is at risk if you smoke."

"Children who are not vaccinated are at risk of contracting serious and preventable diseases."

any physical damage to a part of the body caused by an accident or attack

"He has a knee injury."

"The athlete suffered a serious injury during the game and had to be taken to the hospital immediately."

at the starting point of a process or situation

"Initially I did not like him."

"Initially I did not like him but after getting to know him better I realized that he is actually a very kind person."

to tell a person that one is sorry for having done something wrong

"He will apologize for his mistake."

"He called his friend to apologize for forgetting their lunch appointment and promised to make it up to him."

the state of being dedicated to someone or something

"Full commitment required."

"Marriage requires commitment through both good times and bad according to traditional wedding vows."

the state of being able to be used, obtained, or accessed

"Check the availability of the room."

"The product availability is very good in all major stores across the country."

‌the process of raising or taking care of one's child or children

"Parenting is hard."

"Good parenting requires patience consistency and the ability to set firm but loving boundaries for children."

the activity of selling goods or products directly to consumers, typically in small quantities

"Retail store busy."

"The retail store sells many different products at reasonable prices every single day to customers."

a container used to gather money, items, or donations from people for a certain purpose like charity, events, or public needs

"The charity has collection boxes in all local shops."

"The charity collection box outside the supermarket was filled with coins and notes by generous shoppers."

new and unlike anything else

"This is a novel idea."

"The scientist proposed a novel method for purifying water that had never been tried before in this region."

waste such as bottles, papers, etc. that people throw on a sidewalk, park, or other public place

"Please do not drop litter."

"Litter is waste that people dispose of improperly in public places"

in the direction going up a hill or slope

"We walked uphill for two hours."

"We walked uphill for two hours and by the time we reached the top we were completely exhausted."

(of a person) doing something frequently

"He is a regular visitor."

"She is a regular patron of the local library, visiting it at least twice a week to borrow new books."

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

"She is a keen student."

"She is a keen student and always sits in the front row taking careful notes."

a position or job that is available

"There is a vacancy."

"The company advertised a vacancy for a skilled programmer, hoping to attract qualified candidates quickly."

the field of science that studies food and drink and their effects on the human body

"Nutrition affects health."

"Good nutrition gives the body energy and helps people stay strong."

guidance on how to carry out a task or operate something

"Read the instruction carefully."

"The user manual provided clear instruction on how to assemble the furniture correctly."

to attract or gain interest, approval, or admiration

"The show will appeal."

"Her innovative design managed to appeal to a wide range of critics and consumers."

a group of individuals who come together based on shared interests, hobbies, activities, or objectives

"Join the book club."

"The astronomy club organized a special stargazing event for members interested in observing distant galaxies."

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

"He is disabled but independent."

"The disabled parking space is reserved for people who have difficulty walking and need to park close to the entrance of the building."

an aspect or element of something contrasted with another aspect

"See the other side."

"Understanding the opposing side's perspective is crucial for effective negotiation and conflict resolution."

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

"Did he mention the meeting time?"

"The article mentioned several studies that support the claim but did not provide specific details about their methodologies."

something that is given or regarded as more important than others

"This is a priority."

"Ensuring the safety and well-being of all citizens must be the highest priority for any government."

a stage in a process or a grade in a scale

"This is the next step."

"The next step in the process involves submitting the completed application form for review."

a small fact or piece of information

"Pay attention to detail."

"Every small detail in the design was carefully considered."

the person who leads or oversees the proceedings of a deliberative assembly

"He is the speaker."

"The speaker skillfully managed the debate, ensuring all members had an opportunity to voice their opinions."

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

"Money is one factor."

"Climate change is an important factor that affects the migration patterns of birds across different continents."

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

"My car is reliable."

"The reliable old truck never broke down even after two hundred thousand miles and the farmer trusted it completely."

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

"They conduct the meeting."

"The orchestra conductor will conduct the symphony with precision and passion."

a group of people who have gathered to watch and listen to a play, concert, etc.

"The audience applauded loudly."

"The comedian skillfully adapted his jokes to connect with the diverse audience in the theater."

a person's performance or capability in comparison to others

"The level is too high."

"She reached a new level in the game."

the will to obtain wealth, power, success, etc.

"Her ambition is strong."

"His ambition pushed him to study harder and dream bigger."

the profession of acting and working in the theater

"She loves the stage."

"After years of dedicated training, she finally achieved her dream of performing on the professional stage."

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

"She works out every day to maintain fitness."

"Fitness trackers monitored heart rate step count and sleep patterns to encourage healthy habits."