Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 18 Vocabulary List

something that poses danger or the possibility of harm

"Serious threat appeared suddenly."

"The threat of fire made everyone leave."

a large hall for holding exhibitions

"The exhibition hall is filled with artwork."

"The exhibition hall was filled with artwork from local artists and photography students."

the external surface of a building roof

"The rooftop is windy."

"They had a party on the rooftop of the apartment building and enjoyed the beautiful view of the city skyline at sunset."

to a very great or extreme extent or degree

"The sun shone intensely all day."

"The sun shone intensely all day and we had to wear hats and sunscreen to avoid getting sunburned."

(of a food or drink) enhanced with added taste, such as fruit, spice or sweetener, beyond its natural flavor

"The tea is flavored."

"She preferred her water to be lightly flavored with lemon instead of drinking it plain."

in an impressively beautiful manner

"The queen dressed resplendently for the ceremony."

"The queen dressed resplendently for the ceremony in a beautiful gold gown and sparkling diamond crown."

(of a seed or plant) to begin growing

"Seeds sprout after heavy rain."

"The seeds will sprout within a week if you keep the soil moist and warm enough."

to a very great or clear extent

"The flowers grew abundantly in the garden."

"The flowers grew abundantly in the garden and we had to cut them back every week to keep them from taking over."

to look closely or attentively at something, often in an effort to see or understand it better

"She peered through the dark window."

"He had to peer closely at the tiny inscription to make out the faded words written there."

having an empty space within

"The tree is hollow."

"The hollow tree trunk was the perfect hiding spot for the squirrels and they stored their nuts inside it."

having a strong and pleasant smell

"The herb is aromatic."

"The aromatic herbs filled the kitchen with a delicious smell and the chef added them to the simmering sauce."

a plant of the mint family with aromatic leaves that are eaten raw or cooked

"Add basil to soup."

"Fresh basil leaves will turn black if you cut them with a dull knife instead of tearing gently."

a flat object with elevated edges, often used for holding or carrying food and drink

"The waiter carried a tray of drinks."

"The waiter carried a heavy tray loaded with six plates of food balancing it skillfully on one hand while walking between crowded tables."

a vegetable with glossy, deep purple skin and firm, white flesh

"The recipe calls for one large aubergine."

"The aubergine had a deep purple skin and creamy white flesh that absorbed flavors well."

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

"The rainbow chard had bright red and yellow stems."

"The rainbow chard had stems in brilliant shades of pink yellow and orange that looked almost too beautiful to cook."

someone who gives professional advice on a given subject

"The consultant gave advice."

"The company hired an external consultant to improve their inefficient supply chain management system."

a large building that contains multiple flats on different floors, typically designed for people to live in

"The new apartment block has twenty floors."

"The new apartment block had twenty floors and underground parking for all residents."

to a moderate degree or extent

"He was somewhat nervous before the exam."

"He was somewhat nervous before the exam but he managed to calm himself down and do well."

a small light basket used as a measure for fruits

"She buys a punnet of strawberries at the market."

"The punnet of strawberries was covered with plastic wrap to keep the fruit fresh."

to warn someone of something that could be difficult or dangerous

"I caution you now."

"The doctor cautioned the patient to avoid strenuous activity for at least two weeks after the surgery."

after or at the end of a series of events or an extended period

"He eventually found his lost keys."

"He eventually found his lost keys under the sofa after searching the entire house for over an hour."

the practical world as opposed to the academic world

"This is real life."

"After years of studying theory, he was eager to apply his knowledge in real life situations."

an event that is intended to emphasize the positive aspects of someone

"The concert is a showcase."

"The annual festival serves as a showcase for local artists and musicians to display their talents."

related to a method of growing plants without soil, where roots hang in the air and are sprayed with a nutrient-rich mist

"The system is aeroponic."

"The aeroponic system grows plants without soil by spraying nutrient rich mist directly onto the roots."

a vertical structure used to grow plants in stacked layers, often with soil-free methods, to save space and resources

"The vertical farm uses growing towers to save space."

"The vertical growing tower used hydroponic technology to produce vegetables in urban spaces."

a way of doing something or dealing with a problem

"This approach works very well."

"The new approach to teaching mathematics has helped students understand complex problems more easily than before."

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

"Her resemblance is striking."

"The striking resemblance between the two strangers made them wonder if they were long lost relatives separated at birth."

to yield or produce, especially in reference to fruit or flowers

"The tree will bear fruit."

"This particular species of apple tree is known to bear abundant and high-quality fruit."

a flexible container that is used to store thick liquids

"The tube is small."

"He squeezed the last bit of toothpaste from the tube rolling the end tightly to force out every remaining amount before throwing it away."

to hang or swing loosely and freely, especially from one end or point

"The keys dangle from his belt."

"The keys dangled from his belt loop and made a soft jingling sound as he walked."

similar in every detail and totally alike

"The shirts are identical."

"The two sisters are identical twins and even their parents sometimes confuse them."

to appear or come out suddenly and unexpectedly

"The balloon will burst."

"Suddenly, a rainbow seemed to burst forth from the clouds after the storm."

aromatic gray-green leaves, fresh or dried, used as a seasoning for meats, poultry, and game

"Use sage for turkey."

"The aromatic sage is a traditional herb used to season roasted poultry and hearty stuffings."

a fragrant herb with a refreshing taste commonly used in culinary and medicinal applications

"Peppermint is refreshing."

"Peppermint candies are frequently enjoyed after meals for their invigorating and cleansing effect."

to tightly fill a space or container until it is completely full or even overflowing

"Pack your bag."

"We had to pack the entire storage unit to make everything fit."

a thin thread or strand, especially one that is used to make fabric or rope

"The shirt is made of fiber."

"Natural fiber textiles are often preferred for their breathability and comfort in warm weather."

using natural resources in a way that causes no harm to the environment

"The project is sustainable."

"The sustainable farming practices protect the soil and water for future generations to use."

the process of making a piece of land produce more profit by building on it or using its resources for such purpose

"The land development is good."

"The rapid development of the waterfront property attracted many investors."

to try something new or test an idea, method, or process to discover its effect, outcome, or validity

"The scientist experiments with chemicals safely."

"The young scientist loved to experiment with different chemicals in his home laboratory on weekends."

used to express area by multiplying length by width

"This is a square room."

"The gardener calculated the square footage to determine the amount of sod needed."

a flat ground prepared and marked for playing particular sports, such as soccer

"Play on the pitch."

"The groundskeepers meticulously prepared the football pitch to ensure optimal playing conditions for the championship match."

to care for the needs of someone or something with attention and responsibility

"You will tend."

"Nurses tend to the sick and injured with dedication and professional expertise."

to take a flower or fruit from its plant with our fingers

"Pick a flower."

"She went into the garden to pick some fresh strawberries for the dessert."

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

"The change is significant."

"The significant increase in temperature over the past century is a clear sign of climate change caused by human activity."

focused on actions and real-life use, rather than on just ideas or theories

"This is a practical tool."

"While theoretical frameworks are valuable, a practical approach often yields more immediate and tangible results."

something that limits or restricts actions, choices, or development

"Time is the main constraint on this project."

"The main constraint on the project was the tight deadline rather than the budget."

to transform a piece of land for a new purpose

"They will develop the park."

"The city plans to develop the abandoned industrial site into a vibrant residential area."

to aim or direct something, such as an action or effort, towards a specific goal or objective

"Target the red dot."

"The marketing team will target specific demographics for their new product launch campaign."

the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials

"Water consumption is very high."

"The consumption of plastic has increased dramatically over the past few decades, causing serious environmental problems worldwide."

in a way that carries particular importance or meaning, often in relation to the context

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight."

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight and we had to turn on the heater to keep warm."

extremely great in extent, size, or area

"The desert is vast."

"The vast desert stretched as far as the eye could see without any sign of water anywhere."

the act or process of transforming raw materials or different components into goods that can be used by customers

"Production starts early."

"The efficient production line ensured that the new car models were manufactured and ready for sale on schedule."

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

"The staff were helpful."

"The staff cleaned the room after the meeting and made sure everything was ready for the next group."

to cut and collect a crop

"Farmers harvest wheat during the summer."

"Farmers usually harvest wheat in late summer when the grains are fully ripe and golden."

indicating that the quantity or count mentioned does not exceed a specified value

"You can choose up to three items."

"You can invite up to ten guests to the wedding so please send me the list soon."

a category or type of things that share common characteristics or qualities but have distinct differences

"What variety is this?"

"The store offered a wide variety of artisanal cheeses from around the world."