Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 19 Vocabulary List

very good at doing something particular

"She is a skillful artist."

"The skillful artist painted a beautiful portrait of the old woman."

used to emphasize the nature or most important aspects of a person or thing

"It is essentially the same."

"It is essentially the same thing so there is no real difference between the two options you are considering."

a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

"Adrenaline gave energy."

"The rush of adrenaline helped him lift the heavy object off the trapped accident victim's leg."

a steroid hormone that the body produces and is used in medicine to help cure skin diseases

"Cortisol is a hormone."

"Cortisol is a steroid hormone that helps the body respond to stress."

a chemical substance produced in the body of living things influencing growth and affecting the functionality of cells or tissues

"A hormone helps your body grow."

"The hormone insulin helps regulate blood sugar levels in our body."

any tube structure inside the body through which blood can circulate, such as a vein, artery, etc.

"The blood vessel is narrow."

"The blood vessel transports blood throughout the body."

a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

"He has strong muscles."

"Exercise helps build muscle and improves overall strength."

(baseball) the batter's attempt to get on base

"His batting average is three hundred."

"His batting average improved after he changed his stance and focused on timing the pitcher."

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

"Her putting is the strongest part of her golf game."

"The golfer practiced putting for an hour to improve her accuracy on the greens."

the pressure at which one's blood circulates one's body

"My blood pressure is normal."

"Regular exercise and a healthy diet are important for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels."

the number of times one's heart fills with and pumps out blood in one minute

"His heart rate increases during exercise."

"His heart rate increased dramatically when he saw the bear standing on the trail."

in a way that efficiently captures essential details without unnecessary elaboration

"In short he failed."

"In short the experiment failed and the scientists must redesign their approach before they can try again."

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

"I feel anxious."

"The anxious student paced back and forth outside the exam room because she was afraid that she had not studied enough."

the action of putting the ball or puck into play to start a point or match

"His serve was fast."

"The tennis player's aggressive serve was a key factor in her winning the first set of the championship match."

stressful or anxious due to having too many tasks or responsibilities to handle within a limited time

"He is under pressure."

"The student felt immense pressure to finish her assignment before the strict deadline."

a salty liquid produced by skin cells as a result of high temperature, exercising, etc.

"Perspiration drips from his forehead after the run."

"He wiped the perspiration from his forehead with the back of his hand after the long run."

a heart beat that is very irregular or too fast

"He felt a sudden palpitation in his chest from stress."

"A palpitation is an abnormally rapid or irregular heartbeat that a person becomes acutely aware of"

a dyspneic condition

"Shortness of breath is a symptom of asthma."

"Shortness of breath during exercise was normal but at rest it could indicate heart problems."

the feeling of discomfort in the stomach, often with the urge to vomit

"The rough sea crossing caused a sudden wave of nausea."

"Motion sickness nausea is caused by a sensory conflict between what the eyes see and what the inner ear's delicate balance system senses."

very high in intensity or degree

"The weather is extreme."

"The extreme weather conditions forced the organizers to cancel the outdoor concert for the safety of the performers and the audience."

the ability to manage one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals and resist short-term temptations

"She uses immense self-control to stay calm."

"Losing self control during an argument rarely helped resolve the conflict productively."

to clearly dispaly something

"The disease manifests through skin rashes."

"The disease manifests through a variety of symptoms including fever fatigue and joint pain."

a state of being anxious, uneasy, or apprehensive, often characterized by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, or rapid heartbeat

"His nervousness shows in his shaking hands."

"His nervousness before the speech caused his hands to shake and his voice to tremble."

the act of thinking too much about something, often making it seem more complicated or worrying than it really is

"Overthinking leads to analysis paralysis."

"Overthinking every decision paralyzed him and prevented him from taking any action at all."

a group of people who have gathered to watch and listen to a play, concert, etc.

"The audience applauded loudly."

"The comedian skillfully adapted his jokes to connect with the diverse audience in the theater."

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

"We must tackle climate change now."

"The government needs to tackle the problem of unemployment by creating more jobs for young people."

to make gas or liquid move in a certain direction using a mechanical action

"He pumps air into the flat tire."

"The heart pumps blood through the arteries to deliver oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body."

to increase the size, number, importance, or value of something

"We will expand our business."

"The company plans to significantly expand its operations into emerging markets next fiscal year."

(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.

"The tire pressure is low."

"The deep-sea submersible must withstand immense external pressure from the surrounding ocean water."

in a way that is always the same

"She consistently arrives on time."

"She consistently arrives on time for work and never misses a day because she is very responsible."

to be linked or connected in a cause-and-effect relationship

"The two events relate."

"Scientists are investigating how the recent seismic activity may relate to volcanic eruptions."

surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence

"The product is superior."

"The superior quality of the handmade furniture was obvious compared to the cheap factory made pieces."

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

"Cricket is very popular there."

"A single cricket match can last up to five days which surprises people who are more accustomed to faster paced sports like basketball."

(in games and sports) a disadvantage that a team or player is given for violating a rule

"He got a penalty."

"The referee issued a harsh penalty for the deliberate foul, significantly impacting the team's chances of winning the match."

to restrict or reduce the normal activity or function of something

"This will inhibit growth."

"Lack of proper nutrients can inhibit the healthy development of young plants and seedlings."

a physical or emotional reaction that happens as a result of a specific situation or event

"This is a response."

"Her immediate and calm response to the emergency situation undoubtedly saved lives during the building collapse."

to carry out or execute a task, duty, action, or ceremony, often in a formal or official capacity

"They will perform well."

"The orchestra is scheduled to perform a complex symphony that requires exceptional skill and precision."

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

"People associate dark clouds with rain."

"Most people associate the color red with love and passion but it can also symbolize danger and anger."

a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome

"She felt anxiety."

"A deep sense of anxiety washed over him as he awaited the crucial test results."

a small or slight shaking, often caused by fear, excitement, or illness

"I felt a tremor of fear."

"A slight tremor ran through his hand as he tried to hold the trembling glass steady."

the area of the body in a vertebrate located between the chest and the hips

"My stomach hurts a little."

"After the large meal, a dull ache settled in his stomach, signaling indigestion."

lack of physical or mental strength

"He has a weakness."

"Her primary weakness as a public speaker is her tendency to speak too quickly."

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."

an example of a certain kind of situation

"This is a common case."

"In this particular case, the evidence strongly suggests innocence."

complete attention; intense mental effort

"Show some concentration."

"Achieving deep concentration requires blocking out all distractions and focusing on the task."

the degree or magnitude of a certain quality or attribute

"The intensity of the sun was too strong at the beach today."

"The intensity of an earthquake is measured by the amount of ground shaking and damage it causes at a specific location near the epicenter."

(of a sports player) to kick, throw, or initiate play from a specified position

"He will take the ball."

"The striker was chosen to take the penalty kick in the crucial final minutes."

stretched firmly

"The rope is tight."

"Ensure the kite string remains tight to maintain optimal lift in the wind."