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Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Reading Test 1 Passage 3
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apt
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(adj) /æpt/
suitable or appropriate in the circumstances
Example: He is the apt person for this job.
characterization
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(n) /ˌkærɪktərɪˈzeɪʃən/
the way someone or something is described or represented
Example: The book's characterization of the hero was very detailed.
enforcement
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(n) /ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/
the act of making sure people follow rules or laws
Example: The enforcement of laws keeps the community safe.
arson
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(n) /ˈɑːrsən/
the crime of setting fire to property intentionally
Example: The police are investigating a case of arson in the neighborhood.
undergraduates
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(n) /ˌʌndərˈɡrædʒuəts/
students who are studying for their first degree at a university
Example: The undergraduates studied hard for their exams.
prospective
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(adj) /prəˈspɛktɪv/
related to something that is expected to happen in the future
Example: The teacher talked about the prospective students who might join the class.
investigator
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(n) /ɪnˈvɛstɪɡeɪtər/
a person who tries to find out the facts about something
Example: The investigator looked for clues at the crime scene.
prosecution
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(n) /ˌprɑːsɪˈkjuːʃən/
the act of trying to prove in a court of law that someone did a crime
Example: The prosecution presented strong evidence against the criminal.
professionalization
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(n) /prəˌfɛʃəˌnəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
the process of making a job or profession more formal and skilled
Example: The professionalization of teaching has improved education standards.
occupation
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(n) /ˌɑːkjʊˈpeɪʃən/
a job or profession
Example: Her occupation is teaching.
torch
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(n) /tɔrtʃ/
a portable light source that uses a flame or battery to produce light
Example: She used a torch to see in the dark cave.
creep
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(v) /kriːp/
to move slowly and quietly in a careful way
Example: I like to creep up on my friends to surprise them.
perspective
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(n) /pərˈspɛk.tɪv/
a way of thinking about something
Example: She has a unique perspective on the problem.
assignment
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(n) /əˈsaɪnmənt/
a piece of work or a task given to someone to complete
Example: I have an assignment to finish for school.
cue
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(n) /kjuː/
a signal or hint that suggests what to do
Example: She took her cue from the teacher.
codified
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(adj) /ˈkɒdɪˌfaɪd/
changed into a set of rules or laws
Example: The school has codified its rules in a handbook.
ethical
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(adj) /ˈɛθɪkəl/
related to what is right and wrong
Example: The ethical choice is important for a good leader.
downright
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(adv) /ˈdaʊnraɪt/
totally or completely
Example: The idea seemed downright silly to everyone.
inspiration
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(n) /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
a sudden good idea or feeling that makes you want to do something
Example: She found her inspiration in nature.
judgment
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(n) /ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/
the ability to make decisions or form opinions wisely
Example: Her judgment in difficult situations is always trustworthy.
philosopher
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(n) /fɪˈlɑsəfər/
a person who thinks deeply about important questions
Example: The philosopher shared his ideas on happiness.
endeavor
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(n) /ɪnˈdɛvər/
a serious effort or attempt to do something
Example: He made a great endeavor to learn the new language.
scrutiny
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(n) /ˈskruː.tɪ.ni/
careful and detailed examination
Example: The project was accepted after a thorough scrutiny of its details.
articulate
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(v) /ɑːrˈtɪk.jə.leɪt/
to express something clearly in speech or writing
Example: It is important to articulate your ideas during the presentation.
generalize
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(v) /ˈdʒɛnəraɪz/
to make a general statement or belief based on specific cases
Example: The teacher asked the students to generalize from the examples they studied.
welfare
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(n) /ˈwɛlˌfɛr/
the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group
Example: She works in a department that focuses on community welfare.
noble
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(adj) /ˈnoʊ.bəl/
having high moral qualities or ideals
Example: She made a noble choice to help the needy.
reckless
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(adj) /ˈrɛk.ləs/
acting without thinking about the danger or the consequences
Example: Driving too fast can be a reckless decision.
divergent
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(adj) /daɪˈvɜr.dʒənt/
differing or different from each other
Example: The two paintings have divergent styles.
identical
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(adj) /aɪˈdɛn.tɪ.kəl/
exactly the same
Example: The twins wore identical clothes.
instruction
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(n) /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
a direction or order on how to do something
Example: Follow the instruction carefully to complete the task.
motto
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(n) /ˈmɑː.təʊ/
a short sentence or phrase that expresses the beliefs or goals of a person or organization
Example: The school's motto is 'Education is the key to success.'
institution
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(n) /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/
an organization or a place established for a specific purpose, often in education or public service
Example: She wants to work at a large institution that helps children.
aptly
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(adv) /ˈæptli/
in a manner that is suitable or appropriate
Example: She aptly described the situation to everyone.
deliberately
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(adv) /dɪˈlɪbərətli/
in a way that is done on purpose
Example: She deliberately chose to help him with his project.
chain of evidence
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(n) /ʧeɪn əv ˈɛvɪdəns/
a series of documents or things that show the history of something
Example: The police kept a chain of evidence to solve the case.
criticize
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(v) /ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪz/
to say you disapprove of something or someone
Example: I don't like to criticize other people's work.
illegal
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(adj) /ɪˈliːɡəl/
not allowed by law
Example: Stealing is illegal and can lead to punishment.
appreciate
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(v) /əˈpriː.ʃi.eɪt/
to feel thankful for something
Example: I appreciate your help with my homework.
endless
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(adj) /ˈɛndləs/
having no end or limit
Example: There are endless opportunities to learn new things.
approach
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(v) /əˈproʊtʃ/
to come near or nearer to something in distance or time
Example: We will approach the problem carefully.
codified
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(adj) /ˈkɒdɪˌfaɪd/
arranged and recorded in an official way
Example: The rules are codified in the handbook.
obvious
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(adj) /ˈɑːbviəs/
easily seen or understood
Example: The answer to the question was obvious.
inspiration
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(n) /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
a feeling of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something
Example: She found inspiration in nature for her artwork.
acquisition
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(n) /ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/
the act of gaining or obtaining something
Example: The acquisition of new skills is important for my job.
expertise
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(n) /ˌɛkspərˈtiːz/
a high level of skill or knowledge in a particular area
Example: She has a lot of expertise in computer programming.
captures
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(v) /ˈkæp.tʃɚz/
to take possession or control of something
Example: The photographer captures beautiful moments in his pictures.
significance
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(n) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəns/
the importance or meaning of something
Example: The significance of the event was felt by everyone.
prosecute
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(v) /ˈprɑːsɪˌkjuːt/
to take legal action against someone for a crime
Example: The lawyer will prosecute the suspect in court.
presumably
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(adv) /prɪˈzuməbli/
used to say that something is likely to be true, but not certain
Example: The meeting is presumably at the usual time.
supremely
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(adv) /suːˈpriːmli/
to a very great degree
Example: The movie was supremely entertaining.
employed
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(adj) /ɪmˈplɔɪd/
having a job or work
Example: She is employed at a local bookstore.
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