Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 15 Vocabulary List

a writer who explores characters, events, and themes in depth through long narrative stories, particularly novels

"She is a successful novelist with many bestsellers."

"A novelist often develops an intimate understanding of their character's psychology"

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

"Sweet smells attract bees and wasps."

"The bright colorful flowers are designed to attract bees and other important pollinating insects to the garden."

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

"Presumably he forgot about our meeting."

"Presumably he will arrive later today because his flight was delayed due to bad weather in Chicago."

to the fullest or complete degree

"The house was entirely destroyed by fire."

"The house was entirely destroyed by the fire and the family lost all of their belongings in the disaster."

to be someone's responsibility or decision

"It is up to you to decide."

"It is up to you to decide whether we go to the beach or stay at home today."

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

"Base your decision on evidence."

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

an introductory section or opening statement that sets up or provides context for what follows

"The comedian's lead-in sets up the punchline perfectly."

"The comedian's lead in sets up the punchline perfectly and the audience laughs at the unexpected twist."

the campaign of a candidate to be elected

"He is campaigning now."

"The senator is campaigning for re election and visits several towns each week to give speeches."

a campaign or organized effort to correct wrongdoing, abuses, or malpractices

"Important economic reform."

"The government introduced important economic reform to improve the country's financial situation."

without any delay

"I will do it straight away."

"I will do it straight away as soon as I finish this other task that I am currently working on."

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 quality or state of being excessively focused on oneself, one's own interests, or needs without regard for others.

"His selfishness ruins the team's spirit."

"His selfishness ruins the team's spirit and no one wants to work with him anymore."

the fair treatment of all people in society, ensuring equal access to opportunities, rights, and resources, regardless of background or status

"The march is for racial equality and social justice."

"The march is for racial equality and social justice and thousands of people attend."

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

"The play is a satire about politics."

"The film uses satire to cleverly criticize the corruption within the government."

a person or thing that is responsible for the care, safety, and maintenance of someone or something

"The court appointed a legal guardian for the orphan."

"The court appointed a legal guardian to make decisions for the elderly man who could no longer care for himself."

a person who owes a creditor; someone who has the obligation of paying a debt

"The court orders the debtor to repay the loan."

"The court orders the debtor to repay the loan and the creditor is entitled to interest as well."

an occasion when a school, college, workplace, or other organization invites the public to visit and learn more about it

"The school holds an open day for prospective students."

"The school holds an open day for prospective students and parents can tour the facilities and meet teachers."

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."

a printed work, such as a book, magazine, etc. that is publicly distributed

"This publication is very popular."

"The publication of her first novel received excellent reviews from critics and readers around the world."

to seek information or advice from someone, especially before making a decision or doing something

"Consult a doctor before taking medicine."

"Before making such a big decision you should consult a financial advisor who specializes in retirement planning."

the general opinion that the public has about someone or something because of what they did in the past

"Her reputation is solid."

"The company’s reputation was damaged by the scandal."

something presented for public viewing

"See the display."

"The museum's new display features fascinating artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization."

data and information that can be gathered to form a research

"We need more material here."

"The researcher gathered all the necessary material from libraries and online databases before starting to write the final report."

to place a temporary structure in a specific place

"Set up the tent here."

"They decided to set up a temporary shelter near the campsite for the night."

to understand information based on what is available

"Gather the facts."

"The journalist worked diligently to gather all relevant information for her investigative report."

a part of an organization such as a university, government, etc. that deals with a particular task

"The HR department handles all employee issues."

"The State Department is the executive branch department of the U.S. federal government responsible for international relations and crafting the country's foreign policy."

the level of visibility or attention someone or something receives from the public

"He has high profile."

"The celebrity's high profile brought increased attention to the important social cause she was advocating for."

to draw public's attention to something by giving information about it as an act of advertisement

"They publicize the event through social media."

"The charity hired a public relations firm to publicize its fundraising campaign and attract more donors."

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

"Apply for the job online."

"She decided to apply for the management position because she felt she had the necessary qualifications and experience."

a person who teaches courses at a college or university, often with a focus on undergraduate education, but who does not hold the rank of professor

"The lecturer was clear."

"The lecturer explained the topic so carefully that even difficult ideas felt easier to understand."

to encompass or include a range of topics, issues, or situations

"The book will cover."

"The comprehensive report will cover all aspects of the environmental impact assessment."

to establish a relationship or association between two things

"Link these ideas."

"Scientists are trying to link the environmental changes to the observed increase in disease."

to change a book or play in a way that can be made into a movie, TV series, etc.

"They adapt the book."

"The director decided to adapt the classic novel into a visually stunning and thought-provoking film."

a sentence or group of words from a movie, book, etc. that someone else repeats

"The quotation was inspiring."

"She used a quotation from the speech in her essay."

to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

"These examples illustrate the problem well."

"The graph illustrates the relationship between population growth and the increasing demand for natural resources."

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

"It is a fun amusement."

"Visiting the historical museum provided a delightful amusement for the entire family during their vacation."

to use information, knowledge, or past experience to aid in performing a task or achieving a goal

"Draw on your experience."

"The artist likes to draw on her personal experiences of travel and nature for inspiration when creating new paintings."

a recurring element that is the main idea or subject in a literary or artistic piece

"Love is a common theme."

"The recurring theme of loss was evident throughout the entire novel."

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

"The heroine saved the day."

"The courageous heroine of the novel saved her family from danger through her clever actions."

to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away

"She inherits a house from her grandmother."

"When his grandfather died he was surprised to inherit a large house and a considerable amount of money."

a very large sum of money

"She made a fortune."

"After years of hard work and smart investments, he finally amassed a considerable fortune."

in the first place

"This is primarily it."

"The course is primarily designed for beginners who have no previous experience in the subject."