Cam 12 Test 1 Vocabulary

A complete list of vocabulary flashcards derived from the Cam 12 Test 1 notes, complete with word types, CEFR levels, IPA pronunciations, English synonyms, translations, and example sentences.

remarkable

Adjective (B2) /rɪˈmɑː.kə.bəl/: Extraordinary, notable. Meaning: đáng chú ý, khác thường. Example: The invention of the internet was a remarkable achievement.

elastic

Adjective (C1) /ɪˈlæs.tɪk/: Stretchy, flexible. Meaning: co giãn, đàn hồi. Example: Rubber is naturally elastic and can be stretched easily.

buoyant

Adjective (C1) /ˈbɔɪ.ənt/: Floating, optimistic. Meaning: nổi, nhẹ (trong nước/không khí); lạc quan. Example: Wood is a buoyant material that floats on water.

fire-resistant

Adjective (B2) /ˈfaɪə rɪˈzɪs.tənt/: Flame-retardant. Meaning: chống cháy. Example: Fire-resistant clothing is essential for firefighters.

millennia

Noun (C1) /mɪˈlen.i.ə/: Thousands of years. Meaning: hàng nghìn năm. Example: Agriculture has been practiced by humans for millennia.

insulating

Adjective/Verb (C1) /ˈɪn.sjə.leɪ.tɪŋ/: Protecting, shielding. Meaning: cách nhiệt, cách điện. Example: Wool is a great insulating material for winter coats.

constant

Adjective (B2) /ˈkɒn.stə.nt/: Unchanging, stable. Meaning: không đổi, liên tục. Example: The machine requires a constant supply of electricity.

replicate

Verb (C1) /ˈrep.lɪ.keɪt/: Reproduce, duplicate. Meaning: sao chép, tái tạo. Example: Scientists are trying to replicate the results of the experiment.

elasticity

Noun (C1) /ˌiː.læsˈtɪs.ə.ti/: Flexibility, springiness. Meaning: tính đàn hồi. Example: As skin ages, it loses its natural elasticity.

flourish

Verb (C1) /ˈflʌr.ɪʃ/: Thrive, prosper. Meaning: phát triển mạnh. Example: Plants need sunlight and water to flourish.

nutrients

Noun (B2) /ˈnjuː.tri.ənts/: Minerals, nourishment. Meaning: chất dinh dưỡng. Example: Vegetables are full of essential nutrients.

moisture

Noun (B2) /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/: Dampness, humidity. Meaning: độ ẩm. Example: The soil needs to retain moisture for the plants to grow.

accounts for

Verb Phrase (C1) /əˈkaʊnts fɔːr/: Makes up, comprises. Meaning: chiếm (tỷ lệ, phần trăm). Example: Oil accounts for a large percentage of the country's exports.

patience

Noun (B2) /ˈpeɪ.ʃəns/: Endurance, perseverance. Meaning: sự kiên nhẫn. Example: Learning a new language requires a lot of patience.

specialised

Adjective (B2) /ˈspeʃ.əl.aɪzd/: Expert, dedicated. Meaning: chuyên biệt. Example: He enrolled in a specialised course for graphic design.

mechanical

Adjective (B2) /məˈkæn.ɪ.kəl/: Automated, machine-based. Meaning: thuộc về máy móc. Example: The factory relies heavily on mechanical equipment.

lever

Verb (C1) /ˈliː.vər/: Pry, lift. Meaning: bẩy lên. Example: He used a piece of wood to lever the heavy stone.

manufacture

Verb (B2) /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃər/: Produce, fabricate. Meaning: sản xuất (theo quy trình công nghiệp). Example: The company will manufacture these parts locally.

acoustic

Adjective (C1) /əˈkaː.stɪk/: Sound-related. Meaning: thuộc về âm thanh. Example: The concert hall has excellent acoustic properties.

insulation

Noun (B2) /ˌɪn.sjəˈleɪ.ʃən/: Barrier, padding. Meaning: vật liệu cách nhiệt/cách âm. Example: Good wall insulation will save you money on heating bills.

monopoly

Noun (C1) /mơˈnɒp.əl.i/: Exclusivity, control. Meaning: sự độc quyền. Example: The government holds a monopoly on the postal service.

compound

Noun (B2) /ˈkɒm.paʊnd/: Mixture, blend. Meaning: hợp chất. Example: Water is a chemical compound consisting of hydrogen and oxygen.

substitute

Noun/Verb (B2) /ˈsʌb.stɪ.tʃuːt/: Replacement, alternative. Meaning: vật/thứ thay thế. Example: Honey can be used as a substitute for sugar in recipes.

sustainable

Adjective (C1) /səˌsteɪ.nə.bəl/: Renewable, eco-friendly. Meaning: bền vững, duy trì được. Example: Wind power is a highly sustainable energy source.

biodiversity

Noun (C1) /ˌbaɪ.əʊ.daɪˈvɜː.sə.ti/: Variety of life, ecosystem diversity. Meaning: đa dạng sinh học. Example: Rainforests are known for their rich biodiversity.

motto

Noun (B2) /ˈmɒt.əʊ/: Slogan, maxim. Meaning: khẩu hiệu, phương châm. Example: "Prevention is better than cure" is her favorite motto.

characterization

Noun (C1) /ˌkær.ək.tə.raɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/: Description, depiction. Meaning: sự mô tả, sự miêu tả. Example: I don't think that's a fair characterization of our community.

interior

Adjective (B2) /ɪnˈtɪə.ri.ər/: Inner, inside. Meaning: nội thất, bên trong. Example: The interior walls of the house were painted white.

enforcement

Noun (C1) /ɪnˈfɔːs.mənt/: Implementation, application. Meaning: sự thi hành, cưỡng chế. Example: The strict enforcement of speed limits has reduced accidents.

deliberately

Adverb (B2) /dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li/: Intentionally, on purpose. Meaning: một cách cố ý. Example: I'm sure she didn't say that deliberately to hurt you.

prosecution

Noun (C1) /ˌprɒs.ɪˈkjuː.ʃən/: Legal proceedings, indictment. Meaning: việc truy tố. Example: The company faces prosecution for breaking environmental laws.

dishonest

Adjective (B2) /dɪsˈɒn.ɪst/: Deceitful, untruthful. Meaning: không trung thực. Example: It's dishonest to take credit for work you didn't do.

illegal

Adjective (B1) /ɪˈliː.ɡəl/: Unlawful, criminal. Meaning: bất hợp pháp. Example: It is illegal to drive a car without a valid license.

creep into

Verb Phrase (C1) /kriːp ˈɪn.tuː/: Infiltrate, sneak into. Meaning: len lỏi vào. Example: Doubts began to creep into his mind as the deadline approached.

assignment

Noun (B1) /əˈsaɪn.mənt/: Task, duty. Meaning: nhiệm vụ, bài tập. Example: Students must submit their reading assignment by Friday.

assumption

Noun (B2) /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/: Belief, supposition. Meaning: giả định, sự cho rằng. Example: His argument is based on a false assumption.

codify

Verb (C1) /ˈkəʊ.dɪ.faɪ/: Systematize, organize. Meaning: mã hóa, hệ thống hóa luật lệ. Example: The state decided to codify all its traditional customary laws.

ethical

Adjective (B2) /ˈeθ.ɪ.kəl/: Moral, principled. Meaning: đạo đức. Example: Medical doctors must follow a strict ethical code of conduct.

judgment

Noun (B2) /ˈdʒʌdʒ.mənt/: Decision, evaluation. Meaning: phán đoán, đánh giá. Example: Show good judgment and don't make any sudden decisions.

inspiration

Noun (B2) /ˌɪn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən/: Motivation, encouragement. Meaning: nguồn cảm hứng. Example: Nature is a constant source of inspiration for many artists.

attitude

Noun (B1) /ˈæt.ɪ.tʃuːd/: Mindset, outlook. Meaning: thái độ. Example: Having a positive attitude can help you overcome difficulties.

expertise

Noun (C1) /ˌek.spɜːˈtiːz/: Proficiency, skill. Meaning: chuyên môn. Example: She has years of expertise in the field of cybersecurity.

endeavor

Noun (C1) /ɪnˈdev.ər/: Attempt, undertaking. Meaning: nỗ lực, hoạt động có mục tiêu rõ ràng. Example: Scientific research is a collaborative endeavor.

scrutiny

Noun (C1) /ˈskruː.tɪ.ni/: Inspection, analysis. Meaning: sự xem xét kỹ lưỡng. Example: Every detail of the plan was under close public scrutiny.

articulate

Verb (C1) /ɑːˈtɪk.jə.lət/: Express, communicate. Meaning: diễn đạt rõ ràng. Example: It is hard to articulate my feelings about this complex issue.

welfare

Noun (B2) /ˈwel.feər/: Well-being, benefit. Meaning: phúc lợi, sự an toàn và hạnh phúc. Example: The government is responsible for the welfare of its citizens.

reckless

Adjective (C1) /ˈrek.ləs/: Careless, irresponsible. Meaning: liều lĩnh, thiếu suy nghĩ. Example: He was arrested for reckless driving on the highway.

fraud

Noun (B2) /frɔːd/: Deception, scam. Meaning: gian lận, lừa đảo. Example: Credit card fraud has increased significantly in recent years.