Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 · Cambridge IELTS Academic 18 Vocabulary List

to a large extent

"I have a great deal of respect for you."

"She has spent a great deal of time practicing the piano and her skill shows it."

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

"She writes beautiful poetry."

"Her poetry often explores themes of nature and the human condition with vivid imagery."

a level of a building, usually above ground, where people live or work

"The fire spreads to the third storey."

"The fire spreads to the third storey and firefighters use ladders to reach the upper floors."

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

"They furnish their apartment with cheap furniture."

"The landlord agreed to furnish the apartment with basic items like a bed a table and some chairs."

a drawing, photograph, or painting of a person, particularly of their face and shoulders

"He painted a family portrait."

"The museum displayed a striking portrait of the queen, capturing her regal presence."

the floor of a building at ground level

"The shop is on the ground floor of the building."

"The apartment on the ground floor had a small patio that opened onto the garden."

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

"The house is relatively cheap."

"The house is relatively cheap compared to others in the same neighborhood because it needs some repairs and renovations."

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

"The design is intricate."

"The intricate design of the snowflake was visible only under a microscope and each one had a unique pattern."

reflecting deep sincerity or a lack of humor

"His face was solemn."

"The solemn ceremony honored the soldiers who had died in the war and everyone stood in silence as the names were read."

to amuse someone so that they have an enjoyable time

"Magicians entertain the audience with tricks."

"The clown entertained the children at the birthday party with funny tricks and colorful balloons."

(usually used in plural) the furniture or a set of decorative accessories such as curtains, carpets, etc. in a room

"The furnishings look very nice."

"The room is sparse with only basic furnishings like a bed a table and a chair."

a space inside a building entrance, which connects to the other rooms

"The hallway is very long."

"She walked down the dark hallway and noticed that all the doors on both sides were closed tightly."

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

"The harbor is busy."

"The fishing boats returned to the harbor at sunset unloading their catch of cod and haddock onto the docks where buyers were already waiting."

showing a difference when compared to something else

"In contrast to him, she is quiet."

"In contrast to the bustling city, the countryside offered a peaceful and tranquil escape for the weekend."

remaining loyal and devoted to a principle, cause, or commitment

"She is true to her word."

"True to his word he arrived exactly at seven o'clock and helped us set up the equipment."

lacking the basic necessities of life

"The children are deprived."

"Children in that impoverished region are severely deprived of adequate food, clean water, and basic healthcare."

to know about somebody or something because one has received information or news about them

"I have never heard of him."

"I have never heard of that band before but their music sounds really interesting and unique."

used to refer to the specific matter or topic being discussed or considered

"As far as money is concerned, I am fine."

"As far as the project is concerned, we need more time to finish it properly."

greatest in significance, importance, degree, or achievement

"She is the leading expert."

"The leading cause of death in the country is heart disease followed by cancer."

a movement in literature and art during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that celebrated nature rather than civilization

"The romantic movement emphasized emotion over reason."

"The romantic movement emphasized emotion over reason and celebrated nature and individualism in art."

freely expressing one's opinions or ideas without holding back

"She is outspoken."

"The outspoken activist was not afraid to criticize the government and she organized protests despite threats from the authorities."

after or at the end of a series of events or an extended period

"He eventually found his lost keys."

"He eventually found his lost keys under the sofa after searching the entire house for over an hour."

the situation of someone who is sent to live in another country or city by force, particularly as a penalty or for political reasons

"Live in exile."

"The political dissident lived in exile for twenty years before returning to his homeland safely."

at, in, or to another place

"The store moved elsewhere on the same street."

"The store moved elsewhere on the same street so you just need to walk a little further down."

to be formed from particular parts or things

"The team consists of five members."

"The committee will consist of ten members who will be elected by the board next week."

the state or fact of being an owner

"The ownership of the land is disputed."

"The ownership of the land is disputed and the two families have been fighting in court for years."

to live in a specific place

"She resides in a small apartment downtown."

"The famous author resides in a small coastal town where she finds peace and inspiration for her writing."

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

"The property is expensive."

"They bought property near the river."

the act of preparation and distribution of a book, magazine, piece of music, etc. to the public

"The publication was successful."

"The publication of the groundbreaking scientific research paper attracted global attention and acclaim."

the city or town that is considered to be the political center of a country or state, from which the government operates

"Paris is the capital."

"The capital city is the seat of government and national administration."

a territory governed by an emperor or empress, under imperial authority

"The Roman Empire ruled for several centuries."

"The Roman Empire was a vast territory ruled by an emperor for centuries."

to experience a sudden and complete failure

"The building could collapse anytime."

"The old building collapsed suddenly because its foundation had been weakened by years of neglect and water damage."

to adorn the inside of a house or room in order to make it more beautiful

"They decorate the house."

"During the holidays, they enthusiastically decorate their home with ornaments and seasonal displays."

to regard someone or something in a certain way

"I consider him smart."

"We should consider the long-term consequences before making such a significant investment decision."

something that is exceptionally well-crafted, attractively presented, or intricately detailed, often admired for its beauty or creativity

"A beautiful work of art."

"The intricate detail and harmonious colors made the ancient tapestry a true work of art."

to decorate, furnish, or adorn by suspending objects

"Hang the picture here."

"They decided to hang elegant tapestries on the walls to adorn the grand ballroom."

a piece of heavy cloth that is adorned by weaving complicated pictorial designs into it and is mostly used for wall hangings, curtains, etc.

"The tapestry showed a castle."

"The ancient tapestry depicted a vibrant scene of a royal hunt in the forest."

a panel or section of panels in a wall or door

"The wall has paneling."

"The study featured elegant wood paneling that added a touch of warmth to the room."

an object or pattern that is made by cutting solid material

"This is a carving."

"The intricate wooden carving of a mythical creature adorned the entrance to the ancient temple."

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."

dimly lit or obscured by shadows, often creating an atmosphere of mystery or uncertainty

"A shadowy figure moved."

"A shadowy figure moved behind the curtain and the detective knew that someone was hiding in the abandoned house."

a room in a house where people can sit, relax, or entertain

"Relax in the lounge."

"After a long day, guests can unwind in the comfortable hotel lounge."

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

"The wallpaper has a pattern."

"She noticed a pattern in the numbers and solved the problem faster."

a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

"See from the lookout."

"The castle's lookout offered a strategic advantage, providing a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside."

a set of moral beliefs or principles of what is important in life

"Honesty is an important value."

"Understanding the true value of friendship is more important than money."

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

"She has extraordinary talent."

"The extraordinary courage of the firefighters saved many lives and the mayor awarded them medals for their bravery."

an action done to express an intention, feeling, or goodwill without necessarily using words

"He made a gesture."

"With a welcoming gesture, the host invited everyone to join the celebration."

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

"People donate money to charity organizations."

"The wealthy businessman decided to donate a large sum of money to the local children's hospital."

to repair a work of art, building, etc. so that it is in a good condition again

"They restore the old house."

"The museum is working to restore the ancient painting to its original splendor."

to say something about someone or something, without giving much detail

"Did he mention the meeting time?"

"The article mentioned several studies that support the claim but did not provide specific details about their methodologies."

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

"The stage is ready."

"The actors walked onto the stage and bowed to the applauding audience after performing the final scene of the play."

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

"Musical has singing and dancing."

"Musicals integrate songs and dances into the narrative where characters express emotions through performance numbers."

to make a movie, music, etc. available to the public

"They will release the film."

"The highly anticipated album is scheduled for release next Friday, much to the excitement of fans worldwide."

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

"The plot of the movie was too complicated to follow."

"The plot of the novel kept readers guessing until the very last chapter."

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."

the most advanced stage of something, achieved after a period of growth or effort

"This is the height."

"The athlete reached the height of her career after winning the championship title."

to think about someone or something in a specified way

"I regard it highly."

"Many people regard him as the best doctor in the city because he has saved so many lives."

a person of importance, fame, or public recognition

"He is a big figure."

"The renowned scientist was considered a significant figure in the field of theoretical physics."

someone who is very smart or is very skilled in a specific activity

"Einstein was a genius in physics."

"Einstein was a genius whose theories of relativity revolutionized our understanding of physics."

negative feedback that highlights mistakes or areas for improvement

"She accepted the criticism calmly."

"The harsh criticism from the reviewer left the artist feeling deeply discouraged about his work."

to change a book or play in a way that can be made into a movie, TV series, etc.

"They adapt the book."

"The director decided to adapt the classic novel into a visually stunning and thought-provoking film."

the act of selling something

"This is a sale."

"The store is having a massive sale on all winter clothing items this weekend."

a pattern of shapes and lines as a decoration

"I like the design."

"The architect presented a bold and innovative design for the new public library building."

to reach and disembark on solid ground, typically after a journey by water

"The ship will land."

"After sailing for weeks, the explorers were eager to land on the uncharted island."