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Cambridge IELTS 13 Academic Reading Test 2 Passage 3
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profound
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(adj) /prəˈfaʊnd/
very great or intense
Example: Her profound knowledge makes her an excellent teacher.
peripheral
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(adj) /pəˈrɪfərəl/
related to something that is not the main part
Example: He noticed the peripheral details in the painting.
jeopardize
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(v) /ˈdʒɛpərdaɪz/
to put something in danger
Example: Careless driving can jeopardize the safety of everyone on the road.
cede
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(v) /siːd/
to give up control or possession
Example: They had to cede their rights to the land.
engender
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(v) /ɪnˈdʒɛndər/
to cause something to happen or exist
Example: Good ideas can engender creativity in the team.
adept
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(adj) /əˈdɛpt/
very skilled or proficient at something
Example: She is adept at playing the piano.
exploit
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
to use something for your own advantage
Example: The company will exploit new technologies to improve its products.
infuse
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(v) /ɪnˈfjuz/
to add something to a liquid or to make something more enjoyable or interesting
Example: She wants to infuse her tea with lemon.
augment
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(v) /ɔːɡˈmɛnt/
to make something greater by adding to it
Example: The company wants to augment its product line with new features.
attribute
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(n) /ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt/
a quality or feature that belongs to a person or thing
Example: Honesty is an important attribute in a good friend.
opulence
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(n) /ˈɒp.jʊ.ləns/
great wealth or luxury
Example: The palace was filled with opulence and beautiful decorations.
initiate
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(v) /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/
to begin or start something
Example: They initiate the meeting at 10 AM.
vibrant
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(adj) /ˈvaɪbrənt/
full of energy and life
Example: The garden is vibrant with many colorful flowers.
avert
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(v) /əˈvɜrt/
to prevent something bad from happening
Example: They tried to avert a disaster by evacuating the area.
mindset
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(n) /ˈmaɪndˌsɛt/
a way of thinking or attitude towards something
Example: A positive mindset can help you overcome challenges.
tangible
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(adj) /ˈtændʒəbl/
able to be touched or felt; real or concrete
Example: The results of the project were tangible and could be seen by everyone.
accumulate
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(v) /əˈkjuː.mjʊ.leɪt/
to gather together or collect over time
Example: She can accumulate a lot of coins in her collection.
redeem
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(v) /rɪˈdim/
to get something back or to exchange something for a reward or benefit
Example: You can redeem your points for a discount.
radical
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(adj) /ˈrædɪkəl/
very different from the usual or traditional
Example: The new idea was radical and changed the way people thought.
transcend
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(v) /trænˈsɛnd/
to go beyond the limits or range of something
Example: The movie tries to transcend ordinary storytelling.
incorporate
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(v) /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/
to include something as a part of a whole
Example: We should incorporate more vegetables into our diet.
irrelevant
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(adj) /ɪˈrɛləvənt/
not related to the topic or situation
Example: His comments were irrelevant to the discussion.
integrate
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(v) /ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪt/
to combine two or more things to make something whole
Example: We need to integrate the new software with our existing system.
apparel
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(n) /əˈpær.əl/
clothing, especially expensive clothes
Example: She loves shopping for new apparel at the mall.
engagement
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(n) /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/
an agreement to get married or to be involved in something
Example: Their engagement surprised all their friends.
counteract
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(v) /ˌkaʊntəˈrækt/
to reduce or stop the negative effects of something
Example: The new program was designed to counteract the pollution in the river.
reaffirm
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(v) /ˌriːəˈfɜrm/
to say that something is true again
Example: The teacher will reaffirm the rules before the test.
perceive
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(v) /pərˈsiːv/
to become aware of something through the senses
Example: I can perceive a change in the weather.
pedometer
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(n) /pəˈdɑː.mɪ.tər/
a device that counts the number of steps you take
Example: I wear a pedometer to track how much I walk every day.
enhance
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(v) /ɪnˈhɑːns/
to make something better or stronger
Example: Players can enhance their skills with practice.
cater
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(v) /ˈkeɪtər/
to provide what someone wants or needs
Example: The company catered to children's needs with a new game.
perspective
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(n) /pərˈspɛk.tɪv/
a particular way of considering something
Example: She has a unique perspective on art.
impact
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(n) /ˈɪm.pækt/
a strong effect or influence
Example: The impact of the storm was felt across the entire city.
pursue
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(v) /pərˈsu/
to try to get or achieve something
Example: I want to pursue my dreams.
proposition
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(n) /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/
a statement or suggestion that expresses an idea for consideration
Example: He made a proposition to improve the company's sales.
reinvigorate
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(v) /ˌriːɪnˈvɪɡ.ə.reɪt/
to make something strong, healthy, or new again
Example: The new manager wants to reinvigorate the team's energy.
disparity
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(n) /dɪsˈpærɪti/
a difference or inequality in something
Example: There is a big disparity in their test scores.
clash
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(v) /klæʃ/
to come into conflict or disagreement
Example: The two teams will clash during the finals.
innovate
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(v) /ˈɪnəˌveɪt/
to create new ideas or methods
Example: Companies must innovate to stay competitive.
innovation
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(n) /ˌɪnəˈveɪʃən/
a new idea, method, or product
Example: The company's innovation helped it stand out in the market.
strategy
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(n) /ˈstrætədʒi/
a plan to achieve a goal
Example: The team worked on a new strategy for the project.
trend
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(n) /trɛnd/
a general change or direction in which something is developing or changing
Example: Everyone is talking about the latest trend in fashion.
consumer
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(n) /kənˈsjuːmər/
a person who buys goods and services for personal use
Example: The consumer wants high-quality products at lower prices.
recession
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(n) /rɪˈsɛʃən/
a period when the economy is not doing well and people have less money to spend
Example: The recession made it hard for many families to afford their bills.
conventional
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(adj) /kənˈvɛnʃənl/
following accepted customs or practices
Example: Her dress was very conventional for the party.
commitment
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(n) /kəˈmɪt.mənt/
the state of being dedicated to a cause or activity
Example: Her commitment to studying has improved her grades.
cartridge
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(n) /ˈkɑːr.trɪdʒ/
a container that holds ink or toner for printing
Example: I need to replace the cartridge in my printer.
digital
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(adj) /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl/
related to technology that uses electronic data
Example: She enjoys reading digital books on her tablet.
device
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(n) /dɪˈvaɪs/
a tool or machine designed for a specific purpose
Example: The device helps people to stay safe.
obesity
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(n) /oʊˈbiːsɪti/
a medical condition of being very overweight
Example: Obesity is a serious health issue in many countries.
technological
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(adj) /ˌtɛk.nəˈlɑː.dʒɪ.kəl/
related to technology
Example: The new phone has many technological features.
environmental
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(adj) /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛn.təl/
related to the natural world and the impact of human activity on it
Example: The environmental changes are affecting many species.
political
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(adj) /pəˈlɪtɪkəl/
related to the government or public affairs
Example: The political situation in the country is changing.
economic
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(adj) /ˌiː.kəˈnɑː.mɪk/
related to the economy or finances
Example: The economic situation in the country has improved.
social
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(adj) /ˈsoʊʃəl/
relating to society or its organization
Example: She enjoys attending social events to meet new people.
The teacher gave a profound explanation.
Social media is not peripheral anymore.
Careless actions can jeopardize your future.
The leader decided to cede control.
Stress can engender serious problems.
She is adept at her job.
The teacher infused confidence into the students.
Exercise can augment your health.
Success is often attributed to hard work.
They live a life of opulence.
The school initiated a new program.
The city feels vibrant at night.
Wearing a helmet can avert injury.
A positive mindset is very important.
We need tangible results.
Small savings accumulate over time.
He tried to redeem himself.
The government made radical changes.
Education helps people transcend limits.
The app incorporates new features.
That idea is irrelevant.
Technology is integrated into daily life.
She bought new apparel.
Student engagement improved.
Exercise helps counteract stress.
He reaffirmed his decision.
I perceived a change.
I use a pedometer every day.
This course will enhance your skills.
The restaurant caters to students.
From my perspective, it is useful.
She made a good proposition.
Music can reinvigorate us.