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Cambridge IELTS 17 Academic Reading Test 1 Passage 2
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stadium
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(n) /ˈsteɪdiəm/
a large building where people watch sports or concerts
Example: We went to the stadium to see the football game.
architecture
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(n) /ˈɑːrkɪtɛkʧər/
the art and science of designing buildings
Example: She studied architecture in college.
vast
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(adj) /væst/
very large in size or amount
Example: The vast ocean stretched to the horizon.
medieval
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(adj) /ˌmɛdɪˈivəl/
related to the Middle Ages, a period from about 500 to 1500
Example: The museum has many medieval artifacts.
cathedral
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(n) /kəˈθiːdrəl/
a large and important church
Example: The cathedral in our city is very beautiful.
dominate
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(v) /ˈdɑː.mɪ.neɪt/
to control or influence something or someone in a powerful way
Example: The team aims to dominate the league this season.
skyline
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(n) /ˈskaɪˌlaɪn/
the outline of buildings and structures against the sky
Example: The city's skyline is beautiful at sunset.
era
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(n) /ˈɪərə/
a period of time in history or a person's life
Example: The dinosaurs lived in a different era.
scepticism
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(n) /ˈskɛptɪsɪzəm/
an attitude of doubt or disbelief
Example: His scepticism about the project made the team rethink their plans.
soar
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(v) /sɔr/
to rise very high into the air
Example: The birds soar above the trees.
disuse
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(n) /ˈdɪs.jus/
the state of not being used anymore
Example: The old park fell into disuse after the new one opened.
disrepair
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(n) /ˌdɪs.rɪˈpɛr/
the state of being in a bad condition because of lack of care or maintenance
Example: The old building was left in disrepair for many years.
urban
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(adj) /ˈɜr.bən/
related to a city or town
Example: The urban area is full of tall buildings.
development
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(n) /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
the process of growing or improving something
Example: The development of new buildings helps the city grow.
adapt
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(v) /əˈdæpt/
to change in order to fit a new situation or use
Example: Animals can adapt to different environments.
mono-functional
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(adj) /ˈmɑː.noʊˈfʌŋk.ʃən.əl/
having only one function or purpose
Example: The stadium was mono-functional, only used for sports events.
arena
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(n) /əˈriːnə/
a place where public events such as sports or performances happen
Example: The concert will take place in the arena.
emblematic
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(adj) /ˌɛm.blɪˈmæt.ɪk/
serving as a symbol or representative
Example: His actions were emblematic of his commitment to the team.
modernisation
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(n) /ˌmɒdərnaɪˈzeɪʃən/
the process of making something modern or up to date
Example: The city plans for the modernisation of the old town.
amphitheatre
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(n) /ˈæmfɪˌθɪr/
a round or oval building with seats for spectators
Example: The ancient amphitheatre was filled with people watching the play.
spectator
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(n) /spɛkˈteɪtə/
a person who watches an event, especially a sports event
Example: The spectators cheered loudly during the game.
versatile
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(adj) /ˈvɜːr.sə.taɪl/
able to do many different things
Example: The tool is versatile and can be used for many jobs.
fortress
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(n) /ˈfɔːr.trəs/
a strong building that can defend against attacks
Example: The soldiers protected the fortress with great care.
transform
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(v) /trænsˈfɔrm/
to change something completely
Example: The caterpillar will transform into a butterfly.
conservation
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(n) /ˌkɒn.sɚˈveɪ.ʃən/
the protection of plants, animals, and natural resources
Example: The team focuses on conservation to save endangered species.
convert
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(v) /kənˈvɜrt/
to change something into a different form or use
Example: She wants to convert the garage into a playroom.
venue
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(n) /ˈvɛnjuː/
a place where events are held, especially performances or meetings
Example: The concert will take place at the new venue downtown.
spectacle
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(n) /ˈspɛktəkl/
something that is very impressive to look at
Example: The fireworks show was a beautiful spectacle.
imposing
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(adj) /ɪmˈpoʊ.zɪŋ/
impressive and commanding attention
Example: The imposing building stood tall in the city.
endure
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(v) /ɪnˈdjʊr/
to suffer through something difficult or painful
Example: The ancient building has endured many storms.
acoustics
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(n) /əˈkuːstɪks/
the way sound travels in a place
Example: The acoustics in the concert hall are excellent.
absorb
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(v) /əbˈzɔrb/
to take in or soak up something, like a liquid or information
Example: The sponge can absorb water very quickly.
fabric
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(n) /ˈfæbrɪk/
a material made by weaving or knitting together threads
Example: The shirt is made of soft fabric.
evolve
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(v) /ɪˈvɑlv/
to develop and change gradually over time
Example: The city continues to evolve with new buildings and parks.
progressively
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(adv) /prəˈɡrɛsɪvli/
in a way that happens gradually over a period of time
Example: The city was progressively developed with new parks and shops.
depot
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(n) /ˈdeɪpoʊ/
a place where goods are stored
Example: The company built a new depot for all their deliveries.
revert
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(v) /rɪˈvɜrt/
to go back to a previous state or condition
Example: He decided to revert the changes made to his document.
embed
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(v) /ɪmˈbɛd/
to fix something firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass
Example: The artist wanted to embed her work in the community.
ruin
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(v) /ˈruːɪn/
to destroy or damage something so that it is no longer usable
Example: Too much rain can ruin the picnic plans.
reinforce
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(v) /ˌriːɪnˈfɔrs/
to make something stronger or more intense
Example: The teacher wants to reinforce the lesson with extra activities.
suburban
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(adj) /səˈbɜr.bən/
relating to areas outside of a city, often residential
Example: They moved to a suburban neighborhood to enjoy more space.
accessible
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(adj) /əkˈsɛsəbl/
easy to reach or use
Example: The library is accessible to everyone in the town.
innovative
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(adj) /ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv/
introducing new ideas or methods
Example: The new design of the building is very innovative.
scope
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(n) /skoʊp/
the range of something that can be done or considered
Example: There is a lot of scope for improvement in this project.
strategy
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(n) /ˈstrætəˌdʒi/
a plan for achieving something
Example: The team developed a new strategy for winning the game.
equip
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(v) /ɪˈkwɪp/
to provide someone or something with the necessary items for a particular purpose
Example: The school will equip the students with new books.
regenerate
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(v) /rɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪt/
to produce again or make something new
Example: The trees can regenerate after a fire.
blueprint
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(n) /ˈbluːprɪnt/
a detailed plan or drawing that shows how something will be built
Example: The team studied the blueprint before starting construction.
phenomenon
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(n) /fəˈnɑː.mə.nɑːn/
a fact or event that can be seen or felt
Example: The phenomenon of the solar eclipse attracted many viewers.
integrate
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(v) /ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪt/
to combine two or more things to form a whole
Example: We need to integrate our study materials for better understanding.
interconnect
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(v) /ˌɪntərˈkəˌnɛkt/
to connect with each other
Example: The two systems interconnect to share information.
smart grid
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(n) /smɑrt ɡrɪd/
a modern electricity supply network that uses digital technology to manage power more efficiently
Example: The smart grid helps save energy in homes and buildings.
canopy
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(n) /ˈkænəpi/
a covering that gives shade, often made of fabric or other materials
Example: The children played under the canopy in the park.
photovoltaic
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(adj) /ˌfoʊtəʊvəlˈteɪɪk/
related to the conversion of sunlight into electricity
Example: The school installed photovoltaic panels on the roof.
micro wind turbine
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(n) /ˈmaɪkroʊ wɪnd ˈtɜːrbaɪn/
a small device that converts wind energy into electricity
Example: The micro wind turbine produced power for their home.
inaugurate
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(v) /ɪˈnɔːɡ jʊ ˌreɪt/
to officially start or open something, especially a building or event
Example: They will inaugurate the new stadium next week.
emit
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(v) /ɪˈmɪt/
to send out or give off something
Example: The lamp will emit a bright light.
sustainable
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(adj) /səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl/
able to be maintained or continued without causing harm to the environment
Example: The company focuses on sustainable practices in its production.