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

(of a bird or animal) Unable to fly

"The bird is flightless."

"The flightless penguin waddled across the ice while its friends slid on their bellies toward the freezing water."

not deserving of trust or confidence

"The bus is unreliable."

"The unreliable bus service made her late for work several times so she bought a bicycle instead."

the parts of the body that are soft and flexible, such as muscles, fat, skin, and organs, not bones or hard structures

"The MRI shows damage to the soft tissue of the knee."

"The MRI shows damage to the soft tissue of the knee and the doctor recommends physical therapy."

a situation in which a particular animal or plant no longer exists

"The dodo bird was hunted to extinction many years ago by humans."

"Extinction is the complete and permanent disappearance of a species from the Earth"

a person who is a member of a ship's crew

"The sailor climbed aboard."

"The old sailor told stories about crossing the Atlantic during a hurricane describing waves as tall as buildings and winds that ripped sails apart."

a type of dried plant with a pleasant smell used to add taste or color to the food

"The spice smells strong."

"She added spice to make the dish more flavorful."

to gather something in large amounts to keep for future use, sale, or for a particular occasion

"Stock up on winter supplies."

"Before the hurricane arrived residents rushed to the store to stock up on bottled water and canned food."

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

"The voyage lasted three months."

"A voyage is a long journey involving travel by sea or through outer space"

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

"The island's only inhabitant is a hermit."

"The local inhabitant knew all the hidden beautiful places in the small town."

doing things or moving in a way that lacks control and care, usually causing accidents

"He is so clumsy."

"The clumsy waiter tripped and spilled a tray of drinks all over the surprised diners."

not level, smooth, or uniform in shape or texture

"The floor is uneven."

"The uneven floor made the table wobble so she put a folded napkin under one leg to stabilize it."

a methodical examination of the whole structure of something and the relation between its components

"The blood analysis took three hours."

"A thorough analysis of the data revealed an unexpected and significant correlation."

the bony structure that surrounds and provides protection for a person's or animal's brain

"The skull protects the brain."

"The skull was found in the cave during the expedition."

to confirm a statement or claim by providing evidence

"The evidence bears out his story."

"The evidence from the investigation bears out the witness's version of what actually happened that night."

referring to or concerning a particular topic, subject, or context

"With relation to your question."

"The committee will review all submitted proposals in relation to the overall goals and budget of the organization."

(of fruit or crop) fully developed and ready for consumption

"The mango is ripe."

"The mango is ripe and sweet and ready to eat today before it becomes too soft."

trees and plants in general, particularly those of a specific habitat or area

"The vegetation here is green."

"The dense tropical vegetation along the riverbank provides a habitat for many rare species."

involving many different parts or elements that make something difficult to understand or deal with

"The instructions are complicated."

"The complicated instructions confused the new employee and he had to ask his supervisor to explain them three times."

something that poses danger or the possibility of harm

"Serious threat appeared suddenly."

"The threat of fire made everyone leave."

in a way that is done consciously and intentionally

"She deliberately ignored his message."

"She deliberately ignored his call because she was still angry about the argument they had last night."

in a way that is very quick and often unexpected

"The river flowed rapidly downstream."

"The stock market prices rose rapidly, surprising investors with their swift and significant increase."

to invade or overwhelm with a large number, surpassing defenses

"The enemy will overrun."

"The small village was quickly overrun by refugees fleeing the conflict in the neighboring country."

causing severe damage, destruction, or emotional distress

"The storm was devastating."

"The devastating earthquake destroyed entire villages and left thousands of people homeless."

(of plants or animals) not originally from the region or environment where they are found, often introduced from other areas

"This is a non-native plant."

"The introduction of non-native species can have detrimental effects on the local ecosystem."

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

"The panda is a critically endangered species."

"This particular species of orchid is extremely rare and can only be found in a small region of the Amazon rainforest."

the practice and study of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products

"Agriculture is vital."

"Modern agriculture depends heavily on technology including GPS guided tractors and drones that monitor crop health from the air."

(of a material or substance) to extend or apply evenly across an area or object

"Cover the area."

"Apply a thin layer of paint to cover the entire surface evenly."

to reduce the amount, size, or number of something

"Cut down the tree."

"The company decided to cut down expenses by reducing staff and renegotiating contracts."

to reside in a specific place

"Birds inhabit the trees."

"These remote islands are home to a unique species of bird that exclusively inhabits the dense, tropical rainforests found there."

to make something stable, secure, or permanent in a specific place or position

"We establish a base."

"The company plans to establish its new headquarters in the city center next year."

an example of a certain kind of situation

"This is a common case."

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

to have a connection with a particular person or thing

"Refer to the dictionary for definitions."

"When you write your essay please refer to the sources you used in your research at the end."

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 go and reside in a place as a permanent home

"They will settle here."

"After years of traveling, they decided to settle in a quiet coastal town."

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

"Set up the tent carefully."

"They plan to set up a small charity to help homeless people find shelter and food."

any territory under the full or partial control of another more powerful nation, often occupied by settlers from that nation

"British colony ruled."

"The early settlers established a new colony on the coast, hoping for prosperity and independence."

an item that provides lasting evidence or information about past events, actions, or conditions

"This is a record."

"The library meticulously maintains a detailed record of every book accessioned into its collection."

to cause something to remain in its original state without any significant change

"We preserve food by canning it."

"We need to preserve the old building because it is an important part of our city's history and culture."

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

"This is a specimen."

"The biologist collected a soil specimen for detailed analysis of its microbial content."

to no longer be able be found or located, often leading to frustration

"My keys disappear often."

"The missing hiker seemed to completely disappear, leaving behind no trace whatsoever."

a sample, showing what the rest of the data is typically like

"This is a good example."

"She gave an example that made the rule easier to understand."

someone or something that is being described, discussed, or dealt with

"He is the subject."

"The main subject of the lecture was the historical impact of the industrial revolution."

a detailed record or narrative description of events that have occurred

"Give me an account."

"The detective requested a detailed account of the events that transpired on the night of the incident."

a place in the body where two bones meet, enabling one of them to bend or move around

"My knee joint hurts."

"A physical therapist helps patients regain mobility and reduce pain in a damaged joint."

to make use of something for a particular purpose

"Employ your skills."

"We should employ innovative strategies to overcome these challenges."

a part of a living organism that is made up of cells and is designed to perform a specific function

"The heart is a structure."

"The intricate structure of the human brain allows for complex thought processes and emotional responses."

to a degree that is higher than usual

"I particularly enjoy Italian food."

"I particularly enjoy Italian food especially pasta dishes like spaghetti and lasagna with rich tomato sauce."

created, built, or improved to a more advanced state

"The plan is developed."

"The developed country has excellent infrastructure including roads hospitals schools and public transportation systems for all citizens."

to discover the exact position or place of something or someone

"Can you locate the nearest hospital?"

"The search party was unable to locate the missing hiker until the next morning."

(of plants) existing and growing densely close together with little space in between, creating a lush and impenetrable area

"The jungle was thick."

"The thick undergrowth made it nearly impossible to navigate through the dense forest."

at the initial state, purpose, or condition of something before any changes occurred

"Originally, it was blue."

"The document was originally intended to address environmental concerns but was later repurposed."

to disturb or interrupt the normal function or order of something

"Do not upset the cat."

"The unexpected announcement threatened to upset the delicate balance of power within the organization."

the relation between plants and animals to each other and their environment

"The forest ecology is complex."

"Understanding the delicate forest ecology is crucial for conservation efforts."

going beyond what is typical or expected

"This is a particular effort."

"Her dedication to the project was particular, going far beyond what was expected or required."

to eat or drink something

"Consume less sugar for better health."

"It is important to consume enough water every day to keep your body hydrated and your organs functioning properly at all times."

a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area

"The population is large."

"Conservation efforts aim to protect the entire population of this endangered species."