Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 19 Vocabulary List

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

"The racket is light."

"Her tennis racket needed new strings because the old ones had become loose and were affecting the accuracy of her shots during practice."

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

"The view is remarkable."

"The remarkable recovery of the patient surprised the doctors who had expected him to remain in a coma for much longer."

before the present moment or a specific time

"I previously worked at a bank."

"I previously worked at a bank for five years before I decided to change careers and become a teacher."

possessing a natural skill or ability for something

"She is a talented singer."

"The talented musician could play three different instruments by the age of twelve and composed his first symphony at fifteen."

the process of a significant and fundamental change in something, often resulting in a new form or state

"The old factory underwent a complete transformation."

"The transformation of the abandoned warehouse into luxury apartments took nearly two years."

the act of making small changes in something, usually for an enhancement

"We made a slight modification to the design."

"The modification to the engine increased horsepower but reduced fuel efficiency significantly."

to change or make something in a way that better serves a particular task, person, etc.

"Customize your phone with various settings."

"The car enthusiast likes to customize his vehicle with unique paint colors and after market parts that no one else has."

related to or involving only one certain thing

"Please be more specific."

"Please be more specific about the problem so I can help you find a solution."

in a favorable or approving manner

"She is a highly respected doctor."

"She is a highly respected doctor and many patients travel from far away just to see her."

a sports equipment with a handle and a netted frame, used by players to hit the tennis ball

"The tennis racket is strung with strings."

"The tennis racket is strung with strings and weighs between nine and twelve ounces."

difficult to notice or detect because of its slight or delicate nature

"There is a subtle difference."

"There is a subtle difference between the two shades of blue but you have to look closely to see it."

describing something that is not seen or noticed

"The mistake went unnoticed."

"The thief slipped through the crowd unnoticed and escaped with the woman's purse before anyone realized what had happened."

to be constructed from or made up of certain things or people

"The team consists of five players."

"The committee will consist of ten members who will be elected by the board next week."

produced artificially, typically based on its natural version

"The fabric is synthetic."

"The synthetic fabric is made from petroleum based materials and it is less expensive than natural fibers like cotton or wool."

one by one; separately from the others

"The students met individually with the teacher."

"The students met individually with the teacher to discuss their progress and receive personalized feedback on their assignments."

a detailed description or requirement of something, often outlining its features, standards, or purpose

"The product meets the manufacturer's specification."

"The technical specification for the new bridge required it to withstand winds of one hundred miles per hour."

a person, company, or country that produces large numbers of products

"The car manufacturer issues a recall."

"The manufacturer recalled thousands of vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking system."

used to introduce a clarification or explanation

"He likes fruit i.e apples and oranges."

"He likes citrus fruits i.e oranges lemons and grapefruits because they are refreshing and healthy."

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer."

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer each year due to climate change caused by human activities."

traveling to various locations to perform, compete, or be seen, typically as part of a planned event or series

"He has a touring bike."

"The touring band has performed in over twenty countries and they will return to Europe next summer for another series of concerts."

the process of changing or adjusting something to fit personal preferences or specific needs

"The website allows customization of the user interface."

"The website allowed customization of the product with different colors and engraving options."

used to refer to people or things that are similar to or of the same kind as the one being mentioned

"I have never seen the likes of him before."

"I have never seen the likes of such beautiful scenery anywhere else in the world before."

the process of making something as large or effective as possible, often by improving or increasing its quantity, value, or impact

"Profit maximization is the company's goal."

"Profit maximization was the primary goal of the company's shareholders and executives."

the arrangement and spacing of the strings on a racket, which can vary in design, typically affecting the racket's performance, control, and power

"The string pattern affects spin."

"The string pattern of the tennis racquet affected both power and control for advanced players."

to secure a position in a ranking based on measured success or accomplishment

"Rank the players."

"The athletes will rank themselves based on their performance in the final competition this weekend."

extremely great or large

"The story is incredible."

"The incredible view from the mountaintop took her breath away and she stood there in silence for several minutes."

to regard someone or something in a certain way

"I consider him smart."

"We should consider the long-term consequences before making such a significant investment decision."

to join in a contest or game

"Athletes compete in many running races."

"Athletes from more than one hundred countries will compete in the upcoming Olympic Games for gold medals and national pride."

in opposition to someone or something

"He leaned against the wall."

"The ladder was leaning against the wall so he could climb up to paint the ceiling."

to state the name of someone or something

"Name the dog."

"The committee will name the recipient of the prestigious award at the annual gala."

to think about someone or something in a specified way

"I regard it highly."

"Many people regard him as the best doctor in the city because he has saved so many lives."

a participant, team, or horse that is considered unlikely to win or achieve success, often due to lower ranking, lesser experience, or underdog status

"He is an outsider."

"The outsider, ranked last by the oddsmakers, unexpectedly won the prestigious horse race, stunning the crowd with an incredible upset."

serious and of great importance

"This is major."

"The major hurricane caused widespread destruction along the coast and forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes."

to be the main cause or reason for something

"This will account."

"The unexpected surge in demand will account for the significant increase in our quarterly earnings."

to dispose information about something, so that it publicly known

"Publicize the event."

"The marketing team worked diligently to publicize the upcoming product launch through various media channels."

(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 make small and precise adjustments

"Tweak the settings."

"The engineer had to tweak the delicate machinery to achieve optimal performance and efficiency."

a person who strings or repairs strings on equipment such as tennis rackets, musical instruments, or other items requiring stringing

"Hire a stringer."

"The professional stringer meticulously restrung the tennis racket to ensure perfect tension and balance."

the process or action of combining one thing with another to increase the overall quantity, quality, or scope

"Make an addition."

"The addition of a new wing to the museum significantly expanded its exhibition space and visitor capacity."

to occur or be spoken in the course of events

"The time will pass soon."

"During the meeting, several important points were made that will pass into common usage."

used to say that something is almost but not completely true or exact

"The work is more or less finished."

"The work is more or less finished so we can submit it to the client by Friday."

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

"She switches topics quickly."

"He decided to switch careers after realizing his current job was not fulfilling."

to regard something or someone as smaller or less important than they really are

"Do not underestimate your opponent's strength."

"Do not underestimate the difficulty of the exam because many students fail it every year despite studying hard."

used to indicate the outcome that occurs due to a specific cause or event

"He did not study consequently he failed."

"He did not study for the exam and consequently he failed and had to repeat the entire course."

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

"The elite group meets in private."

"The elite military unit underwent the most rigorous training program in the armed forces."

used to indicate preference or a greater inclination toward something

"I'd rather go now."

"She is rather tired after the long journey so she is going to rest for a while before dinner."

(of a person) very careful about one's choices and standards regarding what is considered good or acceptable

"He is particular about food."

"She is particularly particular about her appearance, always choosing the most elegant attire."

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."

doing something completely and comprehensively without leaving out any important details

"The cleaning was thorough."

"The search was thorough and the police checked every room and closet in the house."

to make a small change to something’s position, fit, or appearance to improve its suitability or achieve a specific result

"Please adjust the chair."

"You may need to adjust the settings on your device for optimal performance."

lacking special features or remarkable traits

"His grades are average."

"The average temperature in July is around twenty five degrees Celsius which is comfortable for outdoor activities."

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."

having the most importance or influence

"This is primary goal."

"The primary reason for the company's success is its excellent customer service and commitment to quality products."

a boundary or distinction used to separate or differentiate concepts, ideas, or categories

"That is a clear line."

"There is a fine line between genius and madness that is difficult to discern."

not a lot in amount or extent

"There is a slight problem."

"There was a slight delay in the flight schedule because of some technical issues before takeoff."

the style or manner in which someone plays, competes, or performs in a particular activity or sport

"It was a good game."

"Her aggressive game plan was effective in overwhelming her opponent."

the outer structure of a racket, typically made of lightweight material, which holds the strings in place

"The racket frame broke."

"The advanced composite frame of the tennis racket offers both power and control."

into a particular position or group, often implying an addition or transition

"Put it onto the table."

"The new software was successfully installed onto the company's main server."

the thin cords stretched across the frame of a sports racket, such as a tennis or badminton racket, used to hit the ball or shuttlecock

"The string is loose."

"The tension of the string is crucial for achieving the desired power and spin."

the vertical strings on a racket, running from the throat to the top of the frame

"The main strings are tight."

"The main strings of the racket are responsible for the primary power transfer during a shot."

the strings on a racket that run horizontally

"The cross strings are old."

"The cross strings provide stability and control to the racket's hitting surface."

with little difficulty or trouble

"She readily agreed to help."

"She readily agreed to help because she is always kind and generous with her time and resources."

indicating the main location or area where something or someone works, lives, or operates

"The story is based on true events."

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