Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 15 Vocabulary List

a feature or service that adds comfort or value to a place

"The hotel offered every amenity."

"The new park is a valuable public amenity for all residents in the neighborhood."

a municipal body that can pass ordinances and appropriate funds etc.

"The city council votes on the new budget."

"The city council votes on the new budget and approves funding for a new public library."

the state or fact of being an owner

"The ownership of the land is disputed."

"The ownership of the land is disputed and the two families have been fighting in court for years."

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 barren area of land that is unsuitable for agriculture or habitation

"The abandoned factory became a polluted wasteland"

"The area became a polluted wasteland after the factory closed."

to begin to own or control something

"He took possession of the new house."

"The new owner will take possession of the house on the first of next month."

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

"The statue is tall."

"Tourists took photos of the statue in the square."

buildings in which people live, including their condition, prices, or types

"Good housing is important for families."

"The lack of affordable housing in the city has forced many young people to live with their parents well into their thirties."

in a manner that is closely compacted or crowded, with a high concentration of something in a given area

"The forest was densely packed."

"The forest was densely packed with trees and the sunlight could barely penetrate through the thick canopy of leaves above."

(of an area or region) inhabited by many people or living beings

"The area is populated."

"The densely populated city has over ten million people living within its boundaries and traffic is always terrible."

a place where people live, consisting mainly of houses and apartment buildings rather than offices and shops

"The quiet residential area has many trees."

"The quiet residential area has many trees and children play in the streets safely."

a written request, signed by a group of people, that asks an organization or government to take a specific action

"The petition against the new road has 5000 signatures."

"The students started an online petition to convince the school to change the cafeteria menu."

to communicate with someone by calling or writing to them

"Contact me by phone."

"Please contact our customer service department if you have any problems with your new device."

happening or done from time to time, without a consistent pattern

"He makes occasional mistakes."

"The occasional thunderstorm in the summer provides much needed rain for the crops but can also cause flash flooding."

to start or begin something, often with a sense of urgency or purpose

"Let's get it going."

"We need to get the project going immediately to meet the upcoming deadline."

at the planned or expected time

"The train arrived on schedule."

"The train arrived on schedule so we did not have to wait long at the station."

an area containing still water that is comparatively smaller than a lake, particularly one that is made artificially

"A pond is very small water."

"A small retention pond was built behind the shopping centre to manage rainwater runoff."

(of a person's style or clothes) dressy and fashionable, often conveying a sense of sophistication and elegance.

"His suit looks sharp."

"His impeccably tailored suit and polished shoes gave him a sharp and sophisticated appearance at the gala."

a curve in a road, river, etc.

"The road makes a sharp bend ahead."

"The sharp bend in the road had a warning sign but many drivers still took the turn too fast."

a confusing network of paths separated by bushes or walls, designed in a way that confuses the people who pass through

"The maze had dead ends and false passages."

"The maze had high hedges and dead ends that made finding the center very difficult for visitors."

an area shaped like a rectangle that is made for playing tennis

"The tennis court is resurfaced every five years."

"The tennis court was resurfaced with new acrylic paint and fresh white lines."

having an angle of 90° or ¹/₂ π radians

"The triangle is right-angled."

"The right angled corner of the room was perfect for placing the square bookshelf that we bought from the store."

to create a company or organization with the intention of running it over the long term

"They establish a new charity."

"The organization was established more than fifty years ago to help homeless people find shelter and food."

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

"Set up the tent carefully."

"They plan to set up a small charity to help homeless people find shelter and food."

a series of organized activities that are intended to achieve a particular goal

"It was a campaign."

"The political campaign aimed to raise awareness about environmental protection issues."

being the main cause of something

"He is responsible for it."

"The company was found responsible for the environmental damage caused by their industrial waste disposal practices."

an important or distinctive aspect of something

"This is a key feature."

"A prominent feature of the new smartphone is its advanced camera system."

agreed upon, decided, or resolved

"The matter is settled."

"The dispute between the neighbors was finally settled after they agreed on a compromise regarding the fence."

a display of support for or protest against something or someone by a march or public meeting

"The students held a demonstration against tuition increases."

"Thousands of people gathered for a public demonstration to voice their concerns about the new environmental policy."

(of a war, fight, or other unwelcome occurrence) to start suddenly

"A war may break out."

"Tensions had been rising for weeks, and everyone feared that a conflict would soon break out."

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

"Consider all options before deciding."

"Before making a final decision please consider all the possible consequences of your actions carefully."

armed forces or soldiers, especially by large numbers

"A troop marched past."

"Reinforcing troops arrived overnight, bolstering the defenses of the besieged city."

to intentionally keep, maintain, or preserve something in its current state, resisting removal, elimination, or alteration

"Please retain the receipt."

"It is advisable to retain all original documentation for future reference and verification purposes."

used to indicate a rough estimate without precise measurements or exact figures

"I am more or less finished."

"The two dresses are more or less the same price so you can choose whichever one you like."

to create a plan, document, or written agreement, often in a formal or official context

"We will draw up plans."

"The legal team will draw up a comprehensive contract outlining all the terms and conditions of the proposed merger."

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

"Revise your essay before submitting it."

"You should revise your essay at least twice to catch any spelling or grammar mistakes before submitting it for grading."

the visible edge or contour that marks the limits of an object

"The outline of the tree."

"The artist sketched a rough outline of the landscape before adding details."

a dividing line, marker, or limit that separates one geographic area, property, or physical space from another

"This is the boundary line."

"The surveyor carefully marked the boundary of the property to avoid future disputes with neighbors."

a solid figure or object made as a work of art by shaping and carving wood, clay, stone, etc.

"That is a cool sculpture."

"The artist meticulously carved the marble into a breathtaking sculpture of a mythical creature."

land along the sides of a river, canal, etc.

"The boat is on the bank."

"We sat on the grassy bank of the river, enjoying the peaceful afternoon."

describing a sudden or tight change in direction, especially in roads or turns

"The road makes a sharp turn."

"The driver had to make a sharp turn to avoid the obstacle that suddenly appeared on the road."

to plan or create something with a particular purpose or future use in mind

"I intend to finish this."

"The architect intended the building to be a sustainable landmark for future generations."

to increase the size or quantity of something

"We need to enlarge the photo."

"The company plans to enlarge its production facility to meet growing customer demand."

a row of closely-planted bushes or small trees that form a boundary, particularly on the edge of a garden, road, or field

"The hedge is green."

"A neatly trimmed hedge formed a natural fence around the perimeter of the property."

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

"Did he mention the meeting time?"

"The article mentioned several studies that support the claim but did not provide specific details about their methodologies."

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

"She works out every day to maintain fitness."

"Fitness trackers monitored heart rate step count and sleep patterns to encourage healthy habits."