Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 18 Vocabulary List

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

"The book is interesting."

"The interesting documentary about space exploration showed never before seen footage of astronauts walking on the moon and repairing satellites in orbit around the earth."

noticeable and easily understood

"The answer is obvious."

"The obvious solution to the problem was right in front of them but nobody had thought of it until the new employee suggested it."

a job that someone wants to have very much, and often involves doing work that they enjoy

"Teaching is her dream job."

"Her dream job was to become a marine biologist and study dolphins in their natural habitat."

the profession of collecting and editing pieces of news and articles either to be published in a newspaper, magazine, etc. or broadcast

"He studies journalism at university."

"She studied journalism at university."

used to introduce an example of something mentioned

"For instance many birds fly south in winter."

"For instance many birds fly south for the winter to escape the freezing cold temperatures up north."

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

"He has a long career."

"Choosing a career based only on salary potential often leads to dissatisfaction because enjoyment and meaning are just as important for long term happiness."

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

"He is narrow-minded."

"His narrow-minded views prevented him from appreciating the diverse perspectives of his international colleagues during the conference."

used to introduce a statement that provides a reason or justification

"After all we are family."

"After all we are family so we should support each other no matter what happens in life."

the school for young people, usually between the ages of 11 to 16 or 18 in the UK

"Secondary school ends with a leaving certificate."

"Secondary school ends with a leaving certificate and students specialize in certain subjects for their final exams."

the process that involves teaching and learning, particularly at a school, university, or college

"Education is important."

"Access to quality education is one of the most important factors determining a person future success and earning potential in modern society."

paying close attention and concentrating on a specific goal, activity, or task

"She is focused."

"The focused student ignored the noise around her and completed her homework before the deadline without making any careless mistakes."

indicating a large number of something

"He has numerous friends."

"There are numerous reasons to exercise regularly including better health more energy and improved mood."

producing feelings of motivation, enthusiasm, or admiration

"The speech is inspiring."

"The inspiring speech from the coach motivated the team to play their best game of the season and they won the championship."

extremely interesting or captivating

"The story is fascinating."

"The fascinating documentary about space exploration made her want to become an astronaut and study the universe."

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

"The musician practiced every day."

"The talented musician played the violin beautifully for a large audience at the concert hall."

the general condition of how many jobs are available and how many people are looking for work in a certain area or type of work

"The job market is very competitive right now."

"The job market for software developers was very competitive with many qualified candidates applying for each position."

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."

referring to a situation in which teams, players, etc. are trying to defeat their rivals

"He is very competitive."

"The two rival teams engaged in a highly competitive match, each determined to secure victory."

an area of activity or a subject of study

"The children played in the field."

"Her groundbreaking research in the field of neuroscience earned international recognition."

a variety of things that are different but are of the same general type

"A wide range of colors."

"The store offers an impressive range of artisanal cheeses from various European countries."

a specific field or subject of study or expertise

"This is my area."

"His area of expertise lies in the complex interplay between quantum physics and cosmology."

something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives

"This is one option."

"We discussed every possible option before making a final decision on the project."

with everything considered

"Overall, it was good."

"Overall, the conference was a resounding success, fostering collaboration and generating innovative ideas."

(of conditions or actions) unpleasantly rough or severe

"The winter is harsh."

"The harsh winter killed many plants and the gardeners had to replant the flowers in the spring."

difficult to achieve or deal with

"The task is tough."

"The tough exam required months of preparation but he studied hard every day and managed to pass it successfully."

a specific group of students who progress through their studies together over the course of an academic period

"This is my year."

"The graduating year celebrated their achievements with a memorable commencement ceremony and farewell reception."

not any of the members of a group of people or things

"None of the answers were correct."

"None of the students failed the exam because everyone had studied very hard for it."

precisely or almost exactly at this moment

"It's just time."

"The train arrived just as we were about to leave the station."

to start a job or position and begin doing the associated tasks

"He will take up his job."

"She is eager to take up her new position as project manager next Monday."

to complete a series of steps or actions that are necessary to achieve a specific goal or outcome

"Go through the steps."

"The travelers had to go through a rigorous security check before they were allowed to board their international flight."

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

"I'm taking a photography course now."

"This intensive course offers a comprehensive overview of modern economic theory."

an opinion formed by judging something

"What is your mind?"

"In my mind, the proposed solution is not only impractical but also financially unsustainable."

up to a particular event or point in time

"Wait till I come back."

"Wait till I come back do not leave the house until I return."

to intend or attempt to achieve something

"He aims carefully at the target."

"You should aim carefully before throwing the dart to hit the center of the board."

a lecture or speech given to an audience on a specific subject

"He gave a talk."

"The distinguished professor delivered an insightful talk on the future of artificial intelligence."

next to and at the side of something or someone

"She sat beside her mother."

"She sat beside her best friend during the entire flight and they talked for hours."

to talk in a brief and friendly way to someone, usually about unimportant things

"We will chat later."

"It's nice to just chat with old friends and catch up on each other's lives over coffee."

to disagree with someone or to hold different opinions, viewpoints, or beliefs

"Our views differ."

"Opinions on the best way to solve the problem differ widely among the members of the committee."

feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it

"I am certain."

"I am certain that I locked the door before leaving because I checked it twice."

without payment

"She does unpaid work."

"Many students undertake unpaid internships to gain practical experience in their chosen field before graduation."

a person who helps someone in their work

"The assistant helped the doctor during surgery."

"My assistant organized all the files alphabetically so that anyone in the office could find documents without any difficulty."

to get ready for an event, activity, or situation, either mentally or physically

"We must prepare for the test."

"The team will prepare thoroughly for the upcoming championship match."

a particular way of seeing or understanding something

"What is your view?"

"From my view, investing in renewable energy is the only sustainable path forward."

a particular situation defined by specific circumstances

"It is a difficult case."

"In this specific case, the evidence clearly points to the defendant's guilt."

a detailed record or narrative description of events that have occurred

"Give me an account."

"The detective requested a detailed account of the events that transpired on the night of the incident."

to agree with the truth of something, particularly in an unwilling manner

"He finally agreed to admit his mistake."

"After hours of interrogation the suspect finally admitted to committing the crime and apologized for his actions."

someone whose job is to help an actor get dressed for a play or is in charge of their costumes

"The dresser helped backstage."

"The dresser prepared the costumes before the stage performance began."

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

"Apply for the job online."

"She decided to apply for the management position because she felt she had the necessary qualifications and experience."