Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 16 Vocabulary List

profoundly honored

"The artist is revered."

"The revered artist's work is displayed in museums worldwide and admired by critics and collectors alike."

based upon observations or experiments instead of theories or ideas

"The evidence is empirical."

"The scientist relied on empirical evidence gathered from experiments rather than on theories or opinions that could not be tested."

having hair growing on the lower part of one's face

"The man is bearded."

"The man is bearded and has a thick beard that covers most of his face."

relating to or resulting from experience

"The learning is experiential."

"The experiential learning program sent students into the community to solve real problems rather than just reading about them in textbooks."

a teacher lower in rank than a full professor but higher than an assistant professor

"He is an associate professor."

"He is an associate professor in the history department, specializing in ancient civilizations and their impact."

referring to mental processes involved in understanding, thinking, and remembering

"She has cognitive abilities."

"Cognitive abilities such as memory and problem solving can be improved with regular mental exercise and challenging puzzles."

related to the process of growth, progress, or improvement over time

"The stage is developmental."

"The developmental stages of a child include infancy toddlerhood childhood and adolescence each with unique physical and cognitive changes."

in a way that increases gradually through successive additions, accumulating over time

"The effects built cumulatively."

"The effects of the medication build cumulatively over time and patients may not notice any improvement until they have taken it for several weeks."

to a significantly large extent or by a considerable amount

"His health improved dramatically."

"His health improved dramatically after the treatment and he was able to return to work within a few weeks."

relating to or determined by or in context

"The meaning is contextual."

"The contextual clues in the sentence helped the student figure out the meaning of the unfamiliar word."

used to provide an alternative or clearer way of expressing the same idea

"He is lazy in other words."

"He is lazy in other words he does not like to work and always finds excuses to avoid it."

with no one or nothing else involved

"This is solely mine."

"The success of the project was solely due to the hard work and dedication of the team."

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

"Come up with a good idea."

"The team needs to come up with a creative solution to the problem before the deadline."

a structure or model guiding organization or development, often with rules or principles

"The report provides a clear framework for the new policy."

"We need a strong framework to guide our project development."

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride

"His humility is admirable."

"His humility is admirable, as he always credits his team for success and never seeks personal recognition."

a clear understanding of a problem, situation, or concept

"Gain appreciation for art."

"Gaining an appreciation for modern art requires understanding its historical context and artistic intent."

a middle state between two opposing situations that is reached by slightly changing both of them, so that they can coexist

"They reached a compromise after hours of negotiation."

"The two political parties had to reach a compromise to pass the new law through parliament."

a person or entity that is not directly involved in a particular transaction or agreement, but may have legal rights or obligations related to it

"The contract involves a third party to handle payment."

"The contract involves a third party to handle payment and ensures that neither party cheats the other."

having significant or central importance

"The focal point is clear."

"The focal point of the discussion was the urgent need for immediate action to address the environmental crisis."

an expert who observes and comments on something

"The observer watches the experiment through a window."

"The renowned art critic served as an observer, offering expert commentary on the exhibition's artistic merit."

in a general or approximate way, without going into precise detail

"He spoke broadly about it."

"The report broadly outlined the company's financial performance for the last fiscal year."

relating to interactions or relationships between people

"He has good interpersonal skills."

"Strong interpersonal skills are essential for managers who need to communicate effectively with their team members and resolve conflicts."

an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally

"Her impartiality is respected."

"Her impartiality is respected by all parties, ensuring a fair and unbiased resolution to the dispute."

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

"This topic is related to our discussion."

"This issue is closely related to the topic we discussed at the last meeting."

a male or female partner in a marriage

"Her spouse is here."

"Your spouse should be your partner in life meaning you make important decisions together rather than one person controlling everything without discussion."

affected by the specific setting or conditions something happens in

"The humor is situational."

"The humor is situational, arising from the characters' awkward interactions in unexpected and relatable circumstances."

showing good judgment and experience in making decisions

"Her advice was wise."

"Her wise advice helped them avoid a costly mistake and ensured a successful outcome for their project."

the quality of being knowledgeable, experienced, and able to make good decisions and judgments

"Wisdom comes from experience"

"Ancient wisdom teaches us valuable lessons about life and how to live happily every day."

rare and very hard to find

"Good jobs are few and far between."

"Opportunities for genuine artistic expression in that particular genre are unfortunately few and far between."

to lead one to believe or consider that something exists or is true

"It suggest a problem."

"The subtle changes in the patient's behavior suggest a deeper, underlying medical condition that needs investigation."

standing out due to uniqueness, surpassing the usual standard

"This is exceptional work."

"Her exceptional talent for problem-solving set her apart from all the other candidates."

used to indicate that something is provided or accepted as a basis for a particular situation or argument

"Given the circumstances he did well."

"Given his age he is surprisingly fit and healthy and still runs every morning."

the set of facts or circumstances surrounding a situation or event that provide clarity and understanding

"The meaning of the word depends on its context."

"The meaning of the word depends on its context and the same word can have different meanings in different sentences."

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

"The finding surprised all scientists."

"The finding of the research showed that children who read more books tend to perform better in school."

to think rationally and make good judgement

"You need to reason logically."

"Parents often try to reason with their teenagers instead of simply punishing them for making poor decisions."

to experience change, often in response to different situations or conditions

"Prices vary greatly."

"The quality of the ingredients will often vary depending on the season and location."

a penetrating and profound understanding that goes beyond surface-level observations or knowledge

"The book provides a fascinating insight into rural life."

"Her research offers valuable insight into how children learn languages."

to describe the qualities of someone or something in a certain manner

"How would you characterize his leadership style?"

"The critic characterized the film as a slow moving drama with excellent acting but a weak and predictable plot."

to relate or assign a feature or quality to something or someone

"Attribute this to luck."

"Scientists often attribute the remarkable success of the experiment to a combination of careful planning and serendipity."

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."

to develop or progress in a way that shows promise or potential

"The story will unfold soon."

"As the investigation continued, the complex plot began to unfold, revealing shocking new evidence."

to help or support the progress or development of something

"They promote equality."

"The organization works tirelessly to promote understanding and cooperation among diverse cultural communities worldwide."

to consider someone or something as strongly connected or linked to another

"I identify with you."

"Many people identify strongly with the protagonist's struggles and eventual triumph in the novel."

relating to or involving the use of reasoning and understanding capacity

"He is intellectual."

"The intellectual challenge of solving complex puzzles keeps his mind sharp and he spends hours working on them."

the act of accepting that something exists, is true or legal

"The recognition of his work was deserved."

"The international recognition of the new nation's sovereignty was a significant diplomatic achievement."

a specific manner of considering something

"What is your perspective?"

"From his unique perspective, the political situation appeared much more complex."

used to refer to something important or urgent, indicating that it requires immediate attention or consideration

"Help is at hand."

"Help is at hand for those struggling with the complex instructions, so don't hesitate to ask."

(usually plural) the mutual interactions or connections established between individuals or groups

"They have good relations."

"The two countries have maintained strong diplomatic relations for over a century."

the process of incorporating a racial, ethnic, or religious group into a broader community, society, or institution

"Integration helps people feel welcome."

"The school's successful integration program ensures all students feel valued and included."

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

"My car is reliable."

"The reliable old truck never broke down even after two hundred thousand miles and the farmer trusted it completely."

to choose and begin to use or show a particular stance, approach, or way of thinking.

"Adopt a new attitude."

"The company decided to adopt a more sustainable approach to its manufacturing processes."

concerned with right and wrong behavior

"Is it the moral thing?"

"It is important to consider the moral implications of our actions before proceeding."

broad in scope or influence

"The review was expansive."

"The scientist presented an expansive overview of the research, covering many different theoretical frameworks."

a certain way of thinking about a subject

"The viewpoint is clear."

"From the artist's viewpoint the bridge looked best when painted in soft morning light."

to encourage the growth or development of something

"Good teachers foster a love of learning."

"The teacher's primary goal is to foster a love of learning in her students rather than just teaching them to pass exams."

to face or deal with a problem or difficult situation directly

"She will confront her boss tomorrow."

"She finally decided to confront her colleague about the inappropriate comments he had been making."

to discuss the terms of an agreement or try to reach one

"The union will negotiate a contract."

"The union representatives will negotiate with management to secure better wages and working conditions for all employees."

a legal or financial interest or right in something

"He has a stake."

"She has a significant financial stake in the success of the new startup company."

to provide reasons when saying something is the case, particularly to persuade others that one is right

"I argue my point."

"He will argue that the new policy is essential for economic growth and stability."

to calculate or judge the quality, value, significance, or effectiveness of something or someone

"The manager will evaluate employee performance."

"The manager will evaluate each employee's performance annually to determine promotions and salary increases fairly."