Flashcards: Cambridge IELTS 20 Academic Reading Test 4 Part 1

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(adj) relating to ideas or qualities rather than specific objects or events Example: Her ______ paintings show shapes and colors.

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abstract

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(adj) relating to the air or sky; existing or happening in the air Example: The ______ view of the city was amazing.

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aerial

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(n) the quality of being clear and easy to see or understand Example: The ______ of the light helped her see the details clearly.

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clarity

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(adj) curved inward like the inside of a bowl or spoon Example: A ______ lens is thinner at the center than at the edges.

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concave

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(adj) curved outward like the surface of a sphere Example: A ______ lens is thicker in the middle than at the edges.

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convex

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(v) to show or represent something in a picture, story, or other art

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depict

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(v) to get or obtain something from something else Example: Artists ______ inspiration from nature.

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derive

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(v) to make something more interesting or lively Example: Music can ______ a dull party.

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enliven

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(adj) covering a wide area; extensive or broad in scope Example: The artist created ______ paintings of the sky.

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expansive

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(adv) in a way that is extremely beautiful or delicate

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exquisite

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

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feat

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(n) great skill or cleverness in doing something Example: She showed great ______ in handling the difficult situation.

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finesse

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(v) to make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen

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hinder

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(adj) introducing new ideas or methods Example: The company has an ______ approach to solving problems.

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innovative

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(adj) having rough, sharp, or irregular edges Example: The rock had a ______ edge.

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jagged

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(adj) very strong, sharp, or intense, especially in relation to a sense or ability Example: She has a ______ eye for detail.

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keen

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(n) something that is handed down from the past, often a work or achievement that continues to have an impact Example: Georgia O'Keeffe's ______ includes nearly 900 paintings.

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legacy

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(n) a place or location, especially with reference to a particular event or characteristic Example: The ______ of the story is a small town in New Mexico.

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locale

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(adj) made to look larger than normal

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magnify

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(adj) very large or important Example: The painting was a ______ work of art.

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monumental

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(n) a design or pattern that is repeated in art or music Example: The painting uses a flower ______.

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motif

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(n) a large painting or artwork that is done directly on a wall or ceiling Example: The artist painted a beautiful ______ on the school wall.

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mural

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(v) to be in a position that is safe, comfortable, or protected, often surrounded by something

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nestle

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(n) a very slight difference in meaning, appearance, sound, or feeling

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nuance

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(adj) having a rough, uneven surface; not smooth or flat Example: The ______ mountains were difficult to climb.

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rugged

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(v) to rise or fly high in the air Example: The eagle can ______ above the mountains.

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soar

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(n) the state of being alone, especially when you choose to be Example: She enjoys ______ when she paints.

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solitude

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(v) to cause something to start or happen

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spark

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(adj) very unusual or noticeable; attracting attention Example: The painting has ______ colors.

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striking

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(adj) coming after something else Example: The ______ chapter is easier to read.

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subsequent

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(n) a particular type of land or ground Example: The ______ in the desert is very rocky.

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terrain

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(adv) in a strong and energetic way

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vigorous

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(adj) changed in color or shape over time by the wind, sun, rain, or other weather conditions Example: The ______ rocks had smooth surfaces from years of wind and rain.

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weathered

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