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Flashcards: Cambridge IELTS 20 Academic Reading Test 4 Part 1
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abstract
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(adj) /ˈæbstrækt/
relating to ideas or qualities rather than specific objects or events
Example: Her abstract paintings show shapes and colors.
aerial
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(adj) /ˈɛriəl/
relating to the air or sky; existing or happening in the air
Example: The aerial view of the city was amazing.
clarity
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(n) /ˈklerəti/
the quality of being clear and easy to see or understand
Example: The clarity of the light helped her see the details clearly.
concave
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(adj) /kɑnˈkeɪv/
curved inward like the inside of a bowl or spoon
Example: A concave lens is thinner at the center than at the edges.
convex
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(adj) /ˈkɑːn.vɛks/
curved outward like the surface of a sphere
Example: A convex lens is thicker in the middle than at the edges.
depict
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(v) /dɪˈpɪkt/
to show or represent something in a picture, story, or other art
Example: The painting depicts a beautiful flower.
derive
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(v) /dɪˈraɪv/
to get or obtain something from something else
Example: Artists derive inspiration from nature.
enliven
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(v) /ɪnˈlaɪvən/
to make something more interesting or lively
Example: Music can enliven a dull party.
expansive
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(adj) /ɪkˈspænsɪv/
covering a wide area; extensive or broad in scope
Example: The artist created expansive paintings of the sky.
exquisite
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(adv) /ɪkˈskwɪz.ɪt.li/
in a way that is extremely beautiful or delicate
Example: The artist exquisitely painted the details of the flower.
feat
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(n) /fiːt/
an achievement that requires great skill, strength, or courage
Example: Climbing the mountain was a remarkable feat.
finesse
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(n) /fɪˈnes/
great skill or cleverness in doing something
Example: She showed great finesse in handling the difficult situation.
hinder
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(v) /ˈhɪndər/
to make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen
Example: Bad weather hindered our trip.
innovative
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(adj) /ˈɪn.ə.veɪ.tɪv/
introducing new ideas or methods
Example: The company has an innovative approach to solving problems.
jagged
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(adj) /ˈdʒæɡɪd/
having rough, sharp, or irregular edges
Example: The rock had a jagged edge.
keen
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(adj) /kiːn/
very strong, sharp, or intense, especially in relation to a sense or ability
Example: She has a keen eye for detail.
legacy
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(n) /ˈlɛɡəsi/
something that is handed down from the past, often a work or achievement that continues to have an impact
Example: Georgia O'Keeffe's legacy includes nearly 900 paintings.
locale
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(n) /ˈloʊˌkæl/
a place or location, especially with reference to a particular event or characteristic
Example: The locale of the story is a small town in New Mexico.
magnify
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(adj) /ˈmæɡnɪfaɪd/
made to look larger than normal
Example: The magnified image showed details that were not visible before.
monumental
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(adj) /ˌmɑːn.jəˈmen.t̬əl/
very large or important
Example: The painting was a monumental work of art.
motif
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(n) /moʊˈtiːf/
a design or pattern that is repeated in art or music
Example: The painting uses a flower motif.
mural
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(n) /ˈmjʊr.əl/
a large painting or artwork that is done directly on a wall or ceiling
Example: The artist painted a beautiful mural on the school wall.
nestle
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(v) /ˈnɛsəl/
to be in a position that is safe, comfortable, or protected, often surrounded by something
Example: The small house nestles between the two big trees.
nuance
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(n) /ˈnuːɑːns/
a very slight difference in meaning, appearance, sound, or feeling
Example: The painting has subtle nuances of light and shadow.
rugged
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(adj) /ˈrʌɡɪd/
having a rough, uneven surface; not smooth or flat
Example: The rugged mountains were difficult to climb.
soar
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(v) /sɔr/
to rise or fly high in the air
Example: The eagle can soar above the mountains.
solitude
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(n) /ˈsɑː.lə.tuːd/
the state of being alone, especially when you choose to be
Example: She enjoys solitude when she paints.
spark
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(v) /spɑːrk/
to cause something to start or happen
Example: The news sparked a debate.
striking
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(adj) /ˈstraɪ.kɪŋ/
very unusual or noticeable; attracting attention
Example: The painting has striking colors.
subsequent
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(adj) /ˈsʌb.sə.kwənt/
coming after something else
Example: The subsequent chapter is easier to read.
terrain
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(n) /təˈreɪn/
a particular type of land or ground
Example: The terrain in the desert is very rocky.
vigorous
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(adv) /ˈvɪɡ.ɚ.əs.li/
in a strong and energetic way
Example: She vigorously defended her ideas.
weathered
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(adj) /ˈweð.ɚd/
changed in color or shape over time by the wind, sun, rain, or other weather conditions
Example: The weathered rocks had smooth surfaces from years of wind and rain.