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

to restrict or block access to a particular area or passage

"Close off the unused room."

"The police had to close off the entire street to traffic while they investigated the serious accident."

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

"The toddler ran fast."

"The toddler was curious and explored everything in the room."

functioning correctly after being started or repaired

"The system is up and running."

"The new computer system is up and running and employees can now use it to process customer orders."

to prevent entry or access by placing a barrier

"Block off the construction zone."

"The construction crew used orange barrels to block off the lane that was being repaired."

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

"The council voted on the issue."

"The council met to discuss local transport and public services."

someone who drives a car or other motor vehicle

"The motorist stopped for gas."

"Every responsible motorist should be aware of the traffic laws and drive defensively."

to make an attempt at doing or trying something, often with the intent of testing one's abilities or exploring a new experience

"I will give the game a go."

"I have never tried surfing before but I am willing to give it a go next summer."

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

"The customers complain about the service."

"Customers often complain when the service is slow but they rarely praise when everything goes perfectly."

used to provide a general assessment of a situation

"On the whole it was a good day."

"On the whole it was a good day even though a few things went wrong in the morning."

giving encouragement or providing help

"Her family is supportive."

"The supportive parents attended every one of their daughter's soccer games and cheered loudly from the sidelines."

to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

"Do not stare at strangers."

"It is considered very impolite to stare at strangers in public because it makes them feel uncomfortable and self conscious about their appearance."

a large family group consisting of parents and children that might also include grandparents, aunts, or uncles

"Her extended family lives nearby."

"Her extended family includes grandparents aunts uncles and cousins who all live nearby."

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

"She tried to persuade her friend."

"The salesman tried to persuade the customer to buy the more expensive model by highlighting its additional features."

any unwanted or excessive sound that may cause harm or disturbance to human or animal life

"Noise pollution from the road makes it hard to sleep."

"The constant noise pollution from the nearby construction site made it difficult to concentrate."

an organized and carefully planned course of action

"It is a clever scheme."

"The intricate scheme was designed to outwit their competitors and secure market dominance."

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

"The resident is happy."

"The new community center aims to provide essential services for every resident in the surrounding neighborhoods."

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

"It will catch on."

"This innovative new app is expected to catch on quickly among younger generations."

to actively support or promote a particular cause, idea, or belief, often through organized efforts, advocacy, or public engagement

"They campaign for change."

"The activist group will campaign tirelessly for environmental protection and sustainable practices."

used to show complete agreement

"Absolutely! I agree completely."

"Absolutely! I agree one hundred percent with everything you just said to me right now."

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

"Demand is increasing."

"As demand for electric vehicles increases manufacturers are investing billions of dollars in building new battery factories and expanding production capacity worldwide."

the smaller in number or less dominant part of a group or two parts

"It's a minority."

"The small minority of dissenting voices was eventually overruled by the majority."

clean and natural air from outside that feels good to breathe

"Get some fresh air."

"Opening the windows allowed the room to fill with refreshing fresh air."

to watch over someone as a security measure

"Please supervise the children."

"Security guards will supervise visitors entering the restricted area."

to transition or shift to a different topic or activity

"Let us move on now."

"After a brief discussion about the past, it's time to move on to future plans."

connected logically, causally, or by shared characteristics

"They are related."

"The scientists discovered that the two phenomena were closely related, sharing a common underlying cause."

the process of testing or trying out a new idea

"We will experiment."

"The scientists conducted a controlled experiment to test their hypothesis about the new drug."

(of means of transportation) to make a scheduled and regular journey along a specific route

"The bus will run soon."

"The local bus is scheduled to run every thirty minutes during peak hours."

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

"The sales team exceeded their targets."

"The company's sales increased dramatically after they launched their new advertising campaign online."

an overall, conscious recognition or understanding of a situation, feeling, or environment

"I have a sense."

"There was a general sense of unease among the passengers as the storm intensified."

the state of being free from the control of others

"Independence is valuable."

"Independence gave the country control over its own future."

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

"The atmosphere was nice."

"The cozy atmosphere of the café, with its soft lighting and gentle music, was perfect for studying."