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Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic Reading Test 2 Passage 2

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(n) the ability of a computer to perform tasks that usually require human intelligence Example: ______ can help us with many everyday tasks.

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artificial intelligence

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(v) to arrange in a straight line or in the correct position Example: You need to ______ the pictures on the wall.

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align

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(n) the ______ is a group of people who protect the community and enforce laws Example: The ______ arrived quickly to help during the emergency.

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police

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(adj) very surprising or impressive Example: The magician's tricks were ______ to the audience.

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astonishing

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(n) an achievement that shows great courage, strength, or skill Example: Climbing the highest mountain was a remarkable ______.

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feat

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(adj) very impressive or amazing Example: The ______ talent of the young musician surprised everyone.

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prodigious

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(n) something that has been achieved successfully Example: Winning the championship was a big ______ for the team.

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accomplishment

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(adj) designed for a particular purpose or task Example: The robot is ______ for cleaning floors.

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specialised

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(adj) not permanent; lasting for a limited time Example: The job is only ______ until the project is finished.

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temporary

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(n) the ability of a machine to understand and learn any intellectual task that a human can Example: Scientists are working to create ______.

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artificial general intelligence

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(n) a limit or restriction

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constraint

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(adj) related to the chemical processes in living things Example: The doctor studied the ______ reactions in the lab.

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biochemical

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(n) a disadvantage that makes something more difficult Example: The athlete played well despite his ______.

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handicap

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(v) to go faster or to cause something to go faster Example: You can ______ the car if you want to go faster.

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accelerate

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(n) the state of living together or existing at the same time Example: The ______ of humans and technology can lead to new opportunities.

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coexistence

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(adj) able to make money or gain profit Example: The business plan was ______ and attracted investors.

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profitable

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(v) to state clearly and exactly Example: You need to ______ your requirements before we start the project.

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specify

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(n) the traditional stories and beliefs of a group of people Example: ______ teaches us valuable lessons about life.

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folklore

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(adj) causing great damage or harm Example: The storm had ______ effects on the town.

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disastrous

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(n) a result or effect of something Example: The ______ of not studying is a bad grade.

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consequence

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(adv) in a way that can be trusted to do what is expected Example: The train runs ______ on time every day.

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reliably

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(adj) able to make mistakes or be wrong Example: Everyone is ______ and can learn from their mistakes.

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fallible

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(n) a person who manages or oversees something Example: The ______ visited the school to check on the students.

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superintendent

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(v) to make something louder or stronger Example: The speaker will ______ the music at the concert.

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amplify

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(adj) related to thinking or understanding Example: She has ______ skills that help her solve problems.

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cognitive

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(adj) better than a normal human or having qualities beyond a human Example: The superhero was considered ______ because of his incredible strength.

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superhuman

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(adj) related to an ideal or perfect society Example: Many people dream of a ______ world where everyone lives happily.

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utopian

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(n) the ability to see or imagine what could happen in the future Example: She has a clear ______ of what she wants to achieve.

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vision

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(adj) related to a group of people who share the same culture or beliefs Example: The community had a ______ identity that brought them together.

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tribal

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(n) a serious disagreement or argument Example: There was a ______ between the two friends.

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conflict

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(adj) perfect or most suitable for a particular purpose Example: An ______ day for a picnic is sunny and warm.

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ideal

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(n) the ability to make your own choices and decisions Example: Everyone should have ______ in their own life.

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autonomy

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(n) a person or thing that controls access to something Example: The ______ decides who can enter the event.

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gatekeeper

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(v) to treat someone differently because of their group or characteristics Example: It is wrong to ______ against people based on their appearance.

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discriminate

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(adj) unlikely and unreasonable Example: Her idea for a new phone that can fly seems ______.

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far-fetched

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(adv) in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense Example: The new system works ______ to save time.

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efficiently

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(v) to take something away from someone Example: The new rules will ______ some people of their rights.

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deprive

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(v) to clearly state or explain something Example: Please ______ your preferences for the project.

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specify

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(adj) willing to work together with others Example: The team was very ______ during the project.

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cooperative

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(n) a concern for one's own advantage or benefit Example: He chose the job that offered the most ______.

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self-interest

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(adv) in a way that is unlike anything else; distinctly Example: This painting is ______ beautiful.

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uniquely

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(n) the ability to hold or contain something Example: The box has a large ______.

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capacity

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(n) the process of thinking about what is right and wrong Example: ______ helps people make good choices.

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moral reasoning

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(n) a container used for packing things Example: I received a ______ in the mail today.

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package

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(n) the place you are going to Example: Our ______ is the beach.

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destination

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(adj) having a lot of power or strength Example: The ______ wind knocked down the trees.

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powerful

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(n) a rule or condition that limits something Example: There is a ______ on how many visitors can enter the museum at once.

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restriction

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(n) an aspect or feature of something

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dimension

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(adj) worthy of being noticed or considered; extraordinary Example: The team's performance was truly ______.

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remarkable

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(v) to successfully complete something Example: She wants to ______ her goals this year.

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accomplish

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(n) the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community Example: ______ often includes stories about mythical creatures.

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folklore

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(adj) causing great damage or harm Example: The storm caused ______ flooding in the town.

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disastrous

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(n) a result or effect of an action or decision Example: The ______ of not studying is a bad grade.

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consequence

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(n) a person who manages or oversees a particular area or organization Example: The ______ of the school checked the progress of the students.

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superintendent

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(n) a low area between hills or mountains, often where water collects Example: The cows drank water from the ______ in the field.

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trough

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(v) to guide or control the movement of something Example: He will ______ the boat through the river.

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steer

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(adj) having contradictory feelings or thoughts about something Example: She felt ______ about moving to a new city.

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conflicted

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(n) a temporary failure or mistake Example: He had a ______ in judgment.

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lapse

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