Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 19 Vocabulary List

a machine or device that detects any changes in the environment and sends the information to other electronic devices

"The motion sensor detected movement and turned on the light."

"A charge-coupled device is a type of light sensor found in a digital camera"

to no longer be good for use or consumption

"The milk went bad because we left it out."

"You should keep the milk in the refrigerator or it will go bad very quickly."

experiencing partial or complete loss of vision

"He is visually impaired and uses a cane."

"The library has special books for visually impaired people that are printed in large letters and braille."

a shop where medicines are sold

"I went to the pharmacy."

"You can pick up your prescription at the local pharmacy after 3 PM today."

the quality or condition of being new, recently made, harvested, or experienced

"The freshness of the bread is remarkable."

"The freshness of the baked bread was evident from its warm crust and soft interior."

the regular way or pattern in which someone eats, including the types of food and the times they eat

"His eating habit includes late-night snacks."

"Her eating habit of skipping breakfast led to low energy levels by midmorning."

any item made from animals, such as meat, dairy, eggs, or materials like wool and leather

"Cheese and milk are animal products."

"Vegan diets exclude all animal products including meat dairy eggs and honey."

a round yellowish seed that resembles a pea, used in cooking

"Chickpeas are the main ingredient in hummus."

"Chickpeas were round beige legumes used in hummus falafel and curries."

the process of making three-dimensional objects by adding material layer by layer based on a digital design

"3D printing creates objects from digital files."

"Three dimensional printing created solid objects by laying down successive layers of material from a digital file."

(of food) looking or smelling appealing and tasty, often making one eager to eat it

"The meal looks appetizing."

"The meal looked appetizing with its bright colors and delicious smell coming from the kitchen."

feeling happy and satisfied with something that has happened or with someone's actions

"She is pleased now."

"The manager was very pleased with the team's performance and their dedication to completing the project successfully."

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

"I came across a book."

"While cleaning out the attic, I unexpectedly came across some old family photographs."

responding or reacting to physical touch

"The screen is touch-sensitive."

"The touch sensitive screen responds immediately when you tap it with your finger and does not require a stylus."

a marker attached to an object that gives extra information about it

"The label tells the price."

"He carefully examined the label on the antique vase to understand its origin and value."

a collection of items that are wrapped or boxed together for easy handling, transport, or sale

"The package arrived today."

"The subscription box delivered a beautifully curated package filled with artisanal snacks and local delicacies."

a raised area or small swelling on a surface

"There is a bump there."

"He noticed a small bump on his arm that he hoped would disappear quickly."

to begin with a particular role, quality, or condition before possibly changing over time

"She will start off well."

"The team managed to start off the season with an impressive winning streak."

used to talk about a doubt or choice when facing two options

"I do not know whether to go."

"I cannot decide whether to buy the red dress or the blue one."

suitable for a purpose or situation

"This is fit for use."

"The new software is not fit for our company's complex operational needs at this time."

firm and stable in form, not like a gas or liquid

"The wall is solid."

"The solid oak table has been in our family for generations and still looks as good as new."

to return to a subject, idea, or topic after briefly moving away from it

"Let's come back later."

"After a brief digression, the speaker decided to come back to the main point of the argument."

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

"The doctor prescribed a new drug."

"The new drug has shown promising results in clinical trials and may soon be approved for public use."

the action or process of keeping or placing things in a space for safekeeping or later use

"We need more storage."

"The cloud storage service offers ample space for all your digital files and backups."

in addition to a person or thing that is being mentioned

"Besides this, there's more."

"Besides her professional accomplishments, she is also a devoted volunteer in her community."

a large cut of meat from the area where two or more bones meet, typically including a part of the bone

"A large meat joint."

"For Sunday dinner, we roasted a large beef joint seasoned with herbs and garlic until tender."

something that one can choose or do among many other things

"There is a possibility."

"There is a strong possibility that the company will move its headquarters to a larger city next year."

a piece of writing about a particular subject on a website, in a newspaper, magazine, or other publication

"Read the article."

"The journalist published an insightful article detailing the complex socio-economic factors at play."

a tendency or pattern showing how things are changing or developing over time

"Fashion has a trend."

"The upward trend in online shopping indicates a significant shift in consumer behavior."

the main subject or area of interest and attention in a particular situation or activity

"The focus is on learning."

"The primary focus of the research is to understand the long-term effects of climate change."

something that is created or grown for sale

"This product is very good."

"The company invested heavily in research and development to create a groundbreaking new product for the market."

not containing or involving any animal products

"She is vegan."

"The vegan restaurant serves only plant based meals and does not use any animal products like meat eggs or dairy."

any of the available possibilities that one can choose from

"We need to find an alternative route."

"Since the main road was closed due to construction, we had to find an alternative route through the countryside to reach the village on time."

a condition that causes a person or thing to be more successful compared to others

"This is an advantage."

"Being bilingual is a huge advantage when applying for jobs in international companies or government agencies."

used to confirm understanding, agreement, or to request acknowledgment of something previously stated

"That is right, yes?"

"You understand the plan, right, and agree to proceed with the initial phase?"

discarded or no longer needed after a process is completed

"This is waste material."

"The waste material from the factory was dumped into the river and caused serious pollution problems for the town downstream."

to a degree that is significant but not extreme

"The movie was quite good actually."

"The movie was quite good actually much better than I expected from the bad reviews I had read online."

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

"The answer is straightforward."

"The instructions for assembling the furniture were surprisingly straightforward, making the process quite simple."

(of food, particularly cake and bread) not fresh anymore, due to exposure to air or prolonged storage

"The bread is stale."

"The stale bread was hard and dry so she decided to make breadcrumbs instead of trying to eat it with butter."

to turn a substance into smaller components through chemical reactions

"It will break down."

"Certain enzymes are responsible for breaking down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars for absorption."

any soft and thick mixture that can be spread or shaped

"Spread the paste gently."

"The baker used a thick paste of flour and water to seal the edges of the pie."

to change something in order to make it better

"The government plans to reform education."

"The government promised to reform the healthcare system to make it more affordable and accessible for all citizens."

to experiment with different methods, options, or solutions to see what works best

"Let's play around."

"The engineers decided to play around with different materials to find a more sustainable option."

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

"The wallpaper has a pattern."

"She noticed a pattern in the numbers and solved the problem faster."

to do something difficult successfully

"She can manage it."

"Despite numerous setbacks, the determined entrepreneur managed to successfully launch her innovative new business."

used to refer to the outcome of a situation if the circumstances were different

"Hurry up otherwise you will be late."

"Hurry up otherwise you will be late for your appointment and the doctor will not be able to see you."

a small portion of a product or item, such as food or goods, given to a potential customer to try before making a purchase

"Try this sample please."

"The store offered a complimentary sample of their new gourmet cheese to entice customers."

to find something attractive enough to want to know about it more or keep doing it

"This will interest you."

"The discovery of ancient artifacts will greatly interest archaeologists and historians alike."