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Cambridge IELTS 14 Academic Reading Test 1 Passage 3
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ingredient
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(n) /ɪnˈɡriːdiənt/
a substance used to make something, especially food
Example: Water is an important ingredient for making soup.
superior
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(adj) /səˈpɪr.i.ər/
better in quality than someone or something else
Example: She had superior skills in playing the piano.
accomplish
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(v) /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
to succeed in doing something
Example: She worked hard to accomplish her goals.
acquire
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(v) /əˈkwaɪər/
to get or gain something
Example: She wants to acquire new skills for her job.
retain
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(v) /rɪˈteɪn/
to keep something or someone
Example: It is important to retain good employees in a company.
originate
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(v) /əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.neɪt/
to come from a particular source or place
Example: The idea originated in the service industry.
emphasize
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(v) /ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/
to show that something is very important
Example: Teachers emphasize the importance of studying.
competitor
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(n) /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/
a person or company that competes with others
Example: The competitor launched a new product to attract more customers.
dominate
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(v) /ˈdɑː.mɪ.neɪt/
to have control or power over something or someone
Example: In the game, one player tried to dominate the others.
foster
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(v) /ˈfɔːstər/
to help something develop or grow
Example: Teachers foster a love of learning in their students.
constructive
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(adj) /kənˈstrʌk.tɪv/
helping to improve a situation or making something better
Example: The teacher gave constructive feedback on my project.
enable
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(v) /ɪˈneɪbəl/
to make something possible
Example: The new software will enable the team to work faster.
potential
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(n) /pəˈtɛnʃəl/
the ability or possibility to grow, develop, or become something
Example: She has the potential to be a great artist.
recurring
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(adj) /rɪˈkɜrɪŋ/
happening again and again
Example: The conference will have a recurring theme each year.
compensate
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(v) /ˈkɑːmpənˌseɪt/
to give something, typically money, to someone to reduce their loss or to make up for something
Example: The company will compensate employees for their overtime work.
inadequate
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(adj) /ɪˈnæd.ɪ.kwət/
not enough or not good enough
Example: The restaurant had inadequate space for all the guests.
compromise
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(n) /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/
an agreement in which both sides give up something to reach a solution
Example: They made a compromise about the project deadline.
morale
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(n) /məˈrɑl/
the confidence and enthusiasm of a group of people
Example: The team's morale was high after winning the game.
demonstrate
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(v) /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/
to show or prove something clearly
Example: The teacher will demonstrate how to solve the math problem.
recognize
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(v) /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/
to see and know someone or something that you have seen before
Example: I can recognize my friend from a distance.
motivate
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(v) /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪt/
to make someone want to do something
Example: The teacher always tries to motivate her students.
obstacle
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(n) /ˈɑbstəkl/
something that prevents progress or makes it difficult
Example: The team worked hard to overcome every obstacle in their way.
obligate
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(v) /ˈɒblɪˌɡeɪt/
to be required to do something
Example: Employees feel obligated to meet their company's standards.
succinctly
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(adv) /səˈsɪŋktli/
in a clear and concise way without unnecessary words
Example: She explained the topic succinctly in her presentation.
summarize
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(v) /ˈsʌm.ə.raɪz/
to give a brief statement of the main points of something
Example: Can you summarize the article in a few sentences?
enhance
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(v) /ɪnˈhæns/
to improve the quality, value, or extent of something
Example: The new training programs will enhance employee skills.
retention
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(n) /rɪˈtɛnʃən/
the act of keeping or holding something
Example: The company's retention of skilled workers is important for its success.
inherent
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(adj) /ɪnˈhɛrənt/
existing as a natural or basic part of something
Example: The risks are inherent in any investment.
predisposition
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(n) /ˌpriː.dɪs.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
a tendency to act in a certain way or favor something
Example: She has a predisposition to help others.
hypothesis
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(n) /haɪˈpɒθɪsɪs/
a suggested explanation based on limited evidence that can be tested
Example: The scientist proposed a hypothesis about how plants grow.
perception
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(n) /pərˈsɛpʃən/
the way someone thinks about something or someone
Example: Her perception of the restaurant changed after the new menu was introduced.
sophisticated
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(adj) /səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd/
having a lot of experience and knowledge about the world and about culture, art, and how to live well
Example: She has a sophisticated taste in music.
competitive
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(adj) /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/
having a strong desire to win or be better than others
Example: He is very competitive in sports.
advantage
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(n) /ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ/
a benefit or something that gives a better chance of success
Example: Having a good education can be an advantage in finding a job.
dichotomy
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(n) /daɪˈkɒtəmi/
a division into two parts that are different from each other
Example: There is a clear dichotomy between luxury and budget hotels.
competent
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(adj) /ˈkɒmpɪtənt/
having the skills or ability to do something well
Example: She is a competent chef who can cook many dishes.
imply
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(v) /ɪmˈplaɪ/
to suggest something without saying it directly
Example: Her smile can imply that she is happy.
favorable
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(adj) /ˈfeɪvərəbəl/
giving an advantage or benefit
Example: The new policy has a favorable effect on employee morale.
extrinsic
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(adj) /ɛkˈstrɪn.zɪk/
coming from outside a person or thing
Example: The hotel offered extrinsic rewards to motivate its employees.
intrinsic
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(adj) /ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪk/
belonging naturally; essential
Example: The intrinsic value of the painting was recognized by all art lovers.
ideally
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(adv) /aɪˈdiːəli/
in an ideal situation; perfectly
Example: Ideally, everyone would get along well in the team.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
to travel around a place to learn about it
Example: I want to explore new cities during my vacation.
theme
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(n) /θim/
the main subject or idea of something
Example: The theme of the story was about friendship.
turnover
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(n) /ˈtɜrnˌoʊvər/
the number of employees who leave a company and need to be replaced
Example: The company is trying to reduce turnover by improving workplace conditions.
align
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(v) /əˈlaɪn/
to put in a straight line or to adjust something to match or be in harmony with something else
Example: The team needs to align their goals for the project.
simultaneously
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(adv) /ˌsaɪ.məlˈteɪ.ni.əs.li/
at the same time
Example: The children played games simultaneously.
adopt
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(v) /əˈdɑpt/
to take on a new idea, method, or way of doing something
Example: The team decided to adopt a new strategy for their project.
balance
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(n) /ˈbæləns/
a state in which things are of equal weight or force
Example: It's important to find a balance between work and play.
adequate
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(adj) /ˈædɪkwət/
good enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose
Example: The hotel provides adequate food for its guests.
well-being
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(n) /ˈwɛl ˈbiːɪŋ/
a state of being happy and healthy
Example: She exercises to improve her well-being.