Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 16 Vocabulary List

used to show that the following statement or discussion is about a specific topic, highlighting its importance and relevance

"With regard to your question."

"With regard to the recent complaints from customers, the company has decided to implement a new quality control system to address the issues."

to a full or complete degree

"I am wholly responsible for this."

"I am wholly responsible for this mistake and I apologize to everyone who was affected by it."

wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge

"His wisdom was initiation."

"The elder's initiation into the mysteries of the universe brought him profound wisdom."

a formal promise to do something particular

"Undertaking is formal promise."

"The government gave a formal undertaking to improve public transportation infrastructure within the next five years."

a person who starts a business, especially one who takes financial risks

"The entrepreneur is ambitious."

"The entrepreneur started a company and built it from a small idea."

a member of the Constitutional Convention that drafted the United States Constitution in 1787

"George Washington is considered a founding father of the United States."

"George Washington is considered a founding father of the United States and served as the first president."

to give a formal talk or presentation to teach someone or a group

"The professor lectures on ancient history."

"The professor tends to lecture for the entire class period without giving students much opportunity to ask questions or participate."

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

"The triumph was celebrated"

"The triumph was celebrated across the city after the national team won the final match"

an ancient Greek philosophy that values virtue and encourages living in harmony with nature's divine Reason

"Stoicism values living with nature."

"Stoicism teaches that virtue and reason are the highest goods, guiding one to live in harmony with nature's divine Reason."

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

"The job offer is appealing."

"The idea of a tropical vacation proved incredibly appealing to the weary office workers."

in a way that is extremely well or impressive

"Amazingly he survived the fall."

"Amazingly he survived the fall from the third floor with only a few bruises and a broken arm."

firm in a way that cannot be destroyed or changed

"Her faith is unshakable."

"The unshakable faith of the religious leader inspired his followers and they trusted his guidance completely."

a positive moral quality or admirable trait in a person

"Honesty is a virtue."

"Patience is a virtue that can be cultivated through practice and self-awareness."

in a sequential manner, referring to actions or events occurring in a specific order

"He helped me and I in turn helped him."

"He helped me and I in turn helped him so we both benefited from our cooperation and teamwork."

famous and admired by many people

"The doctor is renowned."

"The renowned chef opened a new restaurant in the city and food critics from all over the world came to review it."

showing a great amount of eagerness

"He is an ardent supporter."

"The ardent supporter attended every home game and he painted his face in the team's colors to show his loyalty."

affording comfort or solace

"Her words are consoling."

"The consoling words of the therapist helped the grieving woman cope with her loss and she slowly began to heal."

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

"The economist explained inflation."

"The economist studied prices and jobs carefully."

an economic and political system in which industry, businesses, and properties belong to the private sector rather than the government

"Capitalism is based on private business and free markets for all."

"Laissez-faire capitalism is an economic system where private transactions are free from any form of government intervention or external regulation."

the head of government in parliamentary democracies, who is responsible for leading the government and making important decisions on policies and law-making

"The prime minister gave a speech."

"The prime minister met with leaders to discuss the budget."

referring to the period or duration during which something happens, develops, or takes place

"In the course of time."

"Over the course of the summer internship, she gained valuable experience in project management and teamwork."

showing the intensity or greatness of something

"Her insight is profound."

"The profound impact of the book changed the way she thought about the world and she recommended it to everyone she knew."

a psychotherapy that targets negative thoughts and behaviors to address mental health issues

"CBT targets negative thoughts."

"Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychotherapy that targets negative thoughts and behaviors to effectively address various mental health issues."

to gain the power to make decisions in a situation

"She took control of the meeting."

"The new manager was able to take control of the chaotic project and bring it back on track."

not based on reason or logic

"His fear is irrational."

"The irrational fear of spiders kept her from entering the basement where she had seen a web."

the ability to recover from difficult situations

"The community shows great resilience after the disaster."

"The resilience of coastal communities after the hurricane was remarkable as they rebuilt quickly."

the state of a person's cognitive processes

"Meditation helps him achieve a calm state of mind."

"Meditation helps him achieve a calm state of mind and reduces his stress levels significantly."

a problem that gets in the way of a process or makes it worse

"Major setback delayed project."

"The injury was a major setback for the athlete who had trained for years for the Olympics."

large in quantity, extent, or degree

"The damage is considerable."

"The project required a considerable amount of time and money but the results were worth the investment."

a state of being widely known or recognized, usually because of notable achievements, talents, or actions

"His fame spreads quickly after the movie release."

"His fame spreads quickly after the movie release and he is recognized everywhere he goes."

having devoted a lot of time and effort into learning necessary skills for a particular field or activity

"She is a disciplined athlete."

"She is a disciplined athlete who trains every day and follows a strict diet."

behaving in a manner that shows one's high moral standards

"She is principled."

"The principled politician refused to accept bribes from corporations even though they offered him large sums of money."

very necessary for a particular purpose or situation

"Water is essential."

"It is essential to drink plenty of water every day to keep your body healthy and hydrated."

to mark clear boundaries or distinctions for a concept or area

"Define the word please."

"It is important to clearly define the scope and parameters of the research project before beginning."

a specific manner of considering something

"What is your perspective?"

"From his unique perspective, the political situation appeared much more complex."

the quality of being careful and attentive to possible danger or risk

"Use caution when driving."

"Drivers are advised to exercise caution on the icy roads due to the hazardous weather conditions."

a very strong feeling of wanting to do or have something

"His desire to travel took him everywhere."

"His greatest desire is to travel around the world and experience different cultures and cuisines."

to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive

"Great leaders inspire others daily."

"The young athlete hopes to inspire others with her story of overcoming injury and achieving her dreams."

to stage a play, a show, etc. for an audience

"They put on a show."

"The community theater decided to put on a beloved musical for the holiday season."

the right to act or be governed without unfair or oppressive control, often referring to freedom from external authority or interference

"She has liberty."

"The citizens fought for their liberty and the right to self-determination."

containing plenty of things or people in a small space

"The fog is dense."

"The dense fog reduced visibility to almost zero and drivers were advised to stay off the roads until it cleared."

to mention something or someone particularly in speech or writing

"Please refer to page ten."

"The speaker decided to refer to the historical context to better illustrate his argument."

(of a method, idea, or plan) likely to be successful or effective

"Your idea is practical."

"The practical solution was to buy a cheaper car and save the rest of the money."

the right or opportunity to use something or benefit from it

"Students need internet access for online learning"

"The building has a ramp that provides wheelchair access for people with mobility problems who cannot use stairs."

a member of the ancient Greek school of philosophy founded by Zeno

"He was a stoic."

"The stoic, adhering to Zeno's teachings, faced adversity with unwavering reason and emotional control."

a fundamental belief or guideline based on what is morally right that influences one's actions and decisions

"That is my principle."

"Living by the principle of honesty, he always told the truth, no matter the consequence."

a crucial factor in achieving or understanding something

"This is the key."

"Effective communication is the key to resolving conflicts and building strong relationships."

done with purpose

"It was conscious."

"Her actions were deliberate and conscious, aimed at achieving a specific outcome."

relating to a source outside a specific situation or context

"It is external."

"We need to consider both internal factors and external influences on the economy."

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

"He is the former coach."

"The former president delivered a powerful speech at the international summit."

to state or describe how two things or persons are similar

"Compare these two."

"It is difficult to compare the efficiency of the two systems without more data."

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

"Doctors treat patients with care."

"The doctor used a new method to treat the patient's rare skin condition successfully."

not functioning correctly or failing to meet proper standards

"The brake is faulty."

"The faulty wiring in the old house caused a fire and the family lost all of their belongings."

a change in the normal condition of the body of a person, which is the sign of a disease

"High temperature is common symptom."

"Fever and dry cough are common symptoms of many respiratory infections but they do not necessarily indicate a serious illness requiring hospitalization."

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

"He must overcome his fear of heights."

"She managed to overcome her fear of public speaking by practicing regularly and joining a supportive group."

an intangible difficulty or challenge that must be overcome

"The biggest obstacle was lack of funding."

"The lack of funding was the biggest obstacle preventing the research team from completing their important project."

appropriate, important, or connected to the current time, situation, or context, often reflecting modern interests or concerns

"This is relevant news."

"The professor's research on renewable energy is highly relevant to the current global environmental crisis."

the primary cause of something

"Find the root cause."

"Understanding the root of the problem is essential for finding a lasting solution."

to learn to perform or use a skill or ability thoroughly and completely

"Master this new skill."

"She dedicated years to diligently master the intricate techniques of classical ballet."

to be understood and have a strong impact or relevance

"The message resonated with the audience."

"Her powerful speech about equality and justice resonated deeply with the audience who cheered loudly at the end."

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

"Strong appeal made."

"The antique vase possessed a unique appeal that captivated collectors from all over the world."

to build or establish something based on a specific principle, idea, or belief

"They found a city."

"The organization was founded on the principles of charity and community service."