Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 16 Vocabulary List

someone or something's role in achieving a specific result, particularly a positive one

"Her contribution helped the team."

"Her significant contribution was instrumental in achieving the project's successful completion ahead of schedule."

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."

a large, heavy motor vehicle designed for transporting goods or materials over long distances

"The lorry delivers goods to the supermarket."

"The lorry was stuck under the low bridge because the driver ignored the height warning signs."

using or containing the most recent and developed methods, technology, materials, or ideas

"This is state-of-the-art."

"The new laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for advanced research."

made for practical use, not for looks

"The design is functional."

"The furniture is simple and functional with no unnecessary decorations but it serves its purpose well and is very comfortable."

to give money or transfer funds to pay a bill or settle a debt

"I need to make a payment online."

"You can make a payment online using your credit card or through bank transfer from your account."

a designated area on a road for cyclists

"The bike lane is separated from traffic by a painted buffer."

"Cars frequently parked in the bike lane forcing cyclists into dangerous traffic."

to be important or have a great effect on someone or something

"Your opinion matters to me greatly."

"It does not matter what others think as long as you are happy with your choices."

actions or information that are meant to gain the support or attention of the public

"Bad publicity damaged company."

"The company received a lot of bad publicity after the scandal became public knowledge."

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

"Tram runs on tracks."

"The tram runs along tracks embedded in the street and stops frequently to pick up passengers."

a section of a road specially marked and separated for people who are riding bicycles

"The cycle lane is marked with a white line."

"The cycle lane is marked with a white line and is separated from car traffic by a painted buffer."

someone who rides a bicycle

"The cyclist wore a helmet."

"The cyclist rode carefully through traffic and stayed close to the edge of the road."

a person that arranges or coordinates events or activities

"The event organizer sends out reminders."

"The event organizer coordinated volunteers caterers and security for the music festival."

knowledge or understanding of a specific situation, fact, or issue

"The campaign raised awareness about climate change."

"The charity campaign raised awareness about hunger by organizing food drives in local neighborhoods."

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."

to pay for using something such as a car, house, equipment, etc. temporarily

"We can hire a car."

"It is more economical to hire the necessary equipment rather than purchase it outright."

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

"The location is convenient."

"The convenient location of the hotel made it easy to walk to all the main attractions."

to cause a person to dislike someone or something

"It will put him off."

"His arrogant attitude tends to put off potential clients and collaborators."

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

"He cycles to work every day."

"He cycles to work every day to save money on gas and get some exercise at the same time."

the release of gas, radiation, or other substances into the air or environment

"Car emissions pollute the air."

"Emission refers to the discharge of gases or other substances into the atmosphere"

to decrease or reduce the amount or quantity of something

"They cut the budget."

"The company decided to cut back on non-essential expenditures to improve profitability."

to a noticeable or considerable extent

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight."

"The temperature dropped significantly overnight and we had to turn on the heater to stay warm."

the main purpose or goal of an activity

"What is the point?"

"The main point of the lecture was to emphasize the importance of critical thinking skills."

a suggestion or piece of advice given to someone officially, especially about the course of action that they should take

"My recommendation is to wait."

"The committee issued a formal recommendation for improving workplace safety procedures."

to spend money or resources with the intention of gaining a future advantage or return

"People invest money in the stock market."

"It is wise to invest your money in a diversified portfolio to reduce risk."

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

"Many students struggle with math."

"Many students struggle with time management during their first year of university because they have more freedom."

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."

the process or act of persuading someone to do or believe something particular

"Persuasion was needed to convince him."

"Through careful persuasion and logical arguments, she managed to win over the skeptical audience."

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

"Japanese culture is very interesting."

"Learning about a new culture can broaden your perspective and help you understand different ways of life."

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."

a city's railway system that is below the ground, usually in big cities

"The underground train arrives every five minutes."

"The underground train arrives every five minutes and is the fastest way to travel across the city."

a system of intersecting lines or channels that form a web-like structure

"A road network."

"The intricate network of underground tunnels was essential for the city's transportation system."

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

"Money is one factor."

"Climate change is an important factor that affects the migration patterns of birds across different continents."

to keep a vehicle, building, road, etc. in good condition by doing regular repairs, renovations, or examinations

"We maintain the car."

"Regularly scheduled inspections help to maintain the structural integrity of the old bridge."

to a very small degree or extent

"I can hardly wait."

"After the long hike, he could hardly move his tired legs and felt completely exhausted."

to make a new product or provide a new service and introduce it to the public

"The company will launch a new product."

"The company plans to launch its new smartphone model next month just before the busy holiday shopping season begins."

a mental image of what one wants or hopes to achieve in the future

"She has a vision."

"The entrepreneur shared her ambitious vision for revolutionizing the sustainable energy industry."

the will to obtain wealth, power, success, etc.

"Her ambition is strong."

"His ambition pushed him to study harder and dream bigger."

to find a solution to a problem

"Let's work out this."

"The detectives are working out the complex financial motives behind the elaborate corporate fraud."

happening or made very quickly and easily

"The coffee is instant."

"The instant coffee was easy to make but it did not taste as good as the fresh brewed kind."

an unfortunate or disappointing situation that causes regret or sadness

"What a shame!"

"It was a great shame that the talented artist never received the recognition she deserved during her lifetime."

a state of being overcrowded or blocked, particularly in a street or road

"Traffic congestion was bad today."

"The morning commute was severely impacted by unexpected road congestion due to an accident."