The Academic Word List (AWL) is made up of the 570 most common academic words found in academic texts. As you prepare for the test, get into the habit of learning 10 – 15 of these words every week. In this way, you will be better able to understand academic texts and express yourself in academic language.
To help you learn the words on the academic word list, we have built an Android app called Key English | IELTS Vocabulary. We have organized the vocabulary of the Academic Word List from most to least common. The app enables you to play a range of games with academic vocabulary to help you learn and remember the definitions, examples, synonyms, word-types and spelling.
Below is the Academic Word List.
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This list features academic words that you may see or hear on the reading and/or listening sections of the TOEFL and IELTS tests. Becoming familiar with these and similar words will also help you on the writing and speaking portions of the tests.
*note: this list uses British spelling. (ex. 'maximise' — not 'maximize'.)
v. = verb, n. = noun, adj. = adjective
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| access | verb | to be able to enter, reach, approach, etc. something |
| “He couldn’t access his email account because someone had changed his password.” | ||
| access | noun | the ability or right to enter, reach, approach, etc. something |
| “I don’t have access to those files.” | ||
| accurate | adjective | precise or exact; free from error (opposite = inaccurate) |
| “The victim was unable to provide an accurate description of the criminal.” | ||
| achieve | verb | to accomplish; to reach a certain standard |
| “As a result of her hard work, she achieved an excellent score on her final.” | ||
| acquire | verb | to get or come into possession of something; to accumulate or collect |
| “Over 20 years of collecting stamps, I’ve acquired over 4,000 of them!” | ||
| analyse | verb | to look at something closely; to examine in detail |
| “After analysing the DNA sample, the police were able to identify the killer.” | ||
| aspect | noun | a part or an element of something |
| “Flexibility is just one aspect of being a successful gymnast.” | ||
| assist | verb | to help or aid someone (noun = assistance) |
| “They were assisted by an outside company when designing the program.” | ||
| available | adjective | free to help; present or in stock (in regards to inventory) |
| “We do not have enough resources available to complete the project.” | ||
| aware | adjective | having knowledge of something; being conscious or cognizant of something |
| “I wasn’t aware of the problem. Thank you for informing me.” | ||
| benefit (from) | verb | to receive an advantage or make an improvement |
| “Society has greatly benefited from technological advancements.” | ||
| benign | adjective | gentle or kind; favorable; passive or inactive |
| “ The military cannot afford to be benign in this war.” | ||
| comment (on) | verb | to make a statement about something |
| “First, I would like to comment on the current environmental situation” | ||
| compensate (for) | verb | to give an equivalent or a return for something else |
| “If the government expects citizens to do this, they must compensate their citizens fairly.” | ||
| component | noun | a part or element of something (see also: aspect) |
| “To understand the whole problem, you must look at all of its separate components.” | ||
| concentrate (on) | verb | to focus your attention on something |
| “In order to move forward, we must concentrate on finding realistic solutions to the problem.” | ||
| consequence | noun | a result or effect of something |
| “He was executed as a consequence for his heinous actions.” | ||
| consist (of) | verb | to be made of something; to be composed of something |
| “A healthy relationship must consist of trust and mutual respect.” | ||
| constant | adjective | regular and seemingly permanent (adverb = constantly) |
| “It is difficult to deal with constant disagreement when working in a group.” | ||
| construct | verb | to develop or build; to make |
| “Numerous condos are currently being constructed in the downtown core.” | ||
| contribute | verb | to give to a common cause, supply, or fund |
| “I contributed over $300 to charity last year.” | ||
| convert (into) | verb | to change or transform into |
| “That building was recently converted into a restaurant.” | ||
| correspond (with/to) | verb | to be similar to something; to be in agreement with something |
| “The words of politicians often don’t correspond with their actions.” | ||
| crucial | adjective | very important; vital |
| “The media was crucial to changing public opinion about the Viet Nam war.” | ||
| define (as) | verb | to provide a definition; to give clarity or definition to something |
| “The word ‘crucial’ can be defined as ‘extremely important’ or ‘vital.’” | ||
| demonstrate | verb | to provide a demonstration or to show how something functions |
| “This satellite will demonstrate the technological power of our organization” | ||
| design | verb | to create or model |
| “The factory assembly line was partially designed by Henry Ford.” | ||
| disposal | noun | the act of arranging or distributing; getting rid of something |
| “A general is responsible for the effective disposal of his soldiers.” | ||
| distinct | adjective | clear and having easily-identifiable or specific characteristics |
| “Dark chocolate is known for its distinct smell and taste.” | ||
| emphasise | verb | to place emphasis or special focus on something |
| “The media constantly emphasises the dangers of illegal drugs.” | ||
| erode | verb | to destroy slowly over time; to disintegrate |
| “Many religious leaders feel that secularism has eroded morality.” | ||
| error | noun | a mistake |
| “Despite constant reminders and protests, governments continue to make errors.” | ||
| estimate | verb, noun | to make an educated guess; to give a projection |
| “Scientists have been estimating a massive population explosion over the next two decades.” | ||
| exclude | verb | to keep someone/something from entering a group, society, project, etc. |
| “When I was in high school, I was excluded from many activities due to my disability.” | ||
| extract | verb | to get or obtain something from something else |
| “Physical torture is not an effective means of extracting information from a human being.” | ||
| flexible | adjective | not rigid; able to be shaped (opposite = inflexible) |
| “Employers need to be flexible to the needs of their employees.” | ||
| function | noun | the working purpose of something; ability |
| “Cell phones are useful because they can serve multiple useful functions.” | ||
| identical | adjective | the same or alike in appearance and/or character |
| “The problem I have with suburban neighbourhoods is that all the houses look identical.” | ||
| identify | verb | to recognise or verify the identity of someone/something |
| “Even today, scientists continue to identify new types of plants and animals.” | ||
| indicate | verb | to show or give evidence of something |
| “Research indicates that cell phones can cause cancer.” | ||
| indication (of) | noun | a sign or token |
| “High blood pressure is a clear indication of stress.” | ||
| interpretation | noun | an explanation or perception of something |
| “Religious writings can have multiple interpretations.” | ||
| item | noun | a separate piece or article of something |
| “Anthropologists have recently uncovered 200 physical items pertaining to the Incas.” | ||
| legislation | noun | the act or process of making laws; the laws which have been made |
| “The current health legislation will be difficult for all political parties to accept.” | ||
| location | noun | the place of something |
| “Niagara Falls is a popular location for tourists.” | ||
| logical | adjective | able to be explained or understood clearly (opposite = illogical) |
| “The CEO has promised to take logical steps to ensure the future success of the company.” | ||
| majority | noun | the greater part or number; over 50% of the population |
| “The majority of citizens oppose the government’s proposed budget.” | ||
| maximise | verb | to use to maximum effect or potential |
| “The goal of any business is to maximise its profits.” | ||
| minimise | verb | to reduce as much as possible |
| “In any war, one of the primary objectives should be to minimise civilian casualties.” | ||
| monitor | verb | to watch and give attention |
| “Companies have numerous ways to monitor employee behaviour.” | ||
| obtain | verb | to get or receive |
| “In order to obtain respect, a person has to earn it.” | ||
| obvious | adjective | clear and easy to see |
| “There are some obvious similarities between French and English vocabulary.” | ||
| occur | verb | to happen or take place |
| “An earthquake is expected to occur here in the next 2-3 years.” | ||
| option | noun | a choice; one of several possibilities to be chosen |
| “When our options are limited, we are more likely to act decisively.” | ||
| participate | verb | to take part in something |
| “Thousands of talented athletes participate in the Olympics.” | ||
| participation | noun | the act of taking part in something |
| “Portugal was ridiculed for its participation in slavery.” | ||
| period | noun | a portion of time; a significant interval of time in history |
| “The 1700s were a period of great scientific advance.” | ||
| precise | adjective | exact or definite |
| “It is important for a teacher to give precise instructions.” | ||
| predictable | adjective | able to be predicted (opposite = unpredictable) |
| “The goal of science is to find predictable results.” | ||
| prohibited | adjective, verb | not allowed; forbidden |
| “These days, smoking is prohibited in many public places.” | ||
| proportion | noun | a part of a larger whole; the size of something |
| “A large proportion of modern problems are a result of negligence.” | ||
| prospect | noun | a potential candidate; a possibility of success, profit, etc. |
| “I was excited by the prospect of winning the lottery.” | ||
| psychological | adjective | relating to the mind or psychology |
| “We must pay attention to our psychological health.” | ||
| purchase | verb | to buy |
| “We’re planning to purchase a house next year.” | ||
| pursue | verb | to chase or follow |
| “Acting is a difficult career to pursue.” | ||
| relevant | adjective | connected to the current situation; pertinent (opposite = irrelevant) |
| “In an essay, we must only focus on relevant supporting details.” | ||
| reliable | adjective | able to be predicted or trusted; dependable (opposite = unreliable) |
| “Finding a reliable babysitter is difficult for most parents.” | ||
| require | verb | to have need of something; to need |
| “To take a masters course, one requires an undergraduate degree.” | ||
| requirement | noun | something which is obligatory, demanded, or needed |
| “You do not meet the requirements for this position” | ||
| resource | noun | a support, supply, or aid of something that can be used when needed |
| “If you want me to do this presentation, I will need more resources.” | ||
| respond | verb | to reply |
| “When faced with a bully, it is important not to respond with anger.” | ||
| retain | verb | to remember; to continue to use |
| “The most difficult part of learning is retaining the information” | ||
| role | noun | a position or customary function |
| “The role of a parent is to provide safety for his/her child.” | ||
| sector | noun | a part or subdivision |
| “It is the government’s job to protect all sectors of society.” | ||
| secure | adjective | safe; protected from harm (opposite = insecure) |
| “Everyone wants to live in a secure neighbourhood.” | ||
| select | verb | to choose |
| “We selected the best candidate for the job.” | ||
| significant | adjective | important; of consequence (opposite = insignificant) |
| “Man landing on the moon was a significant achievement for science.” | ||
| source | noun | any place, person, or thing from which something else comes or originates |
| “We can’t seem to locate the source of the problem.” | ||
| status | noun | someone’s position in relation to other people; the state or condition |
| “His status as the top player in the game is unquestionable.” | ||
| structure | noun | the organization or arrangement of something |
| “The structure of the education system needs to change.” | ||
| substitute | noun, verb | a replacement for someone/something |
| “If you want to succeed, there is no substitute for hard work.” | ||
| symbolise | verb | to represent or be a symbol for something |
| “In most cultures, it is understood that the dove symbolises peace.” | ||
| task | noun | a job or duty to be performed |
| “Raising a family is not an easy task.” | ||
| technique | noun | a specific way of doing something; a certain skill |
| “Most people don’t know that cooking requires hundreds of difficult techniques.” | ||
| topical | adjective | pertaining to current or local events or interests |
| “Global warming has been extremely topical in the first half of the 21st century.” | ||
| transform | verb | to change into a different form |
| “The internet has transformed the way we communicate.” | ||
| trend | noun | a style that is currently popular; the general course of something |
| “Fashion trends are always changing.” | ||
| vary | verb | to be different; to alternate; to change or alter; to diversify |
| “To write a good essay, you need to vary your vocabulary.” | ||
| veritable | adjective | being truly or very much so |
| “I felt a veritable pain in my abdomen” | ||
| visible | adjective | able to be seen (opposite = invisible) |
| “There has been a visible shift in public opinion towards the government.” | ||
| wane | verb | to decrease in strength, intensity, etc. |
| “My interest in the movie waned the longer we watched it.” |
Recent Academic Word List | Updated Version of IELTS AWL
Academic Word List is designed especially for the students who are going to take the IELTS Academic test. It contains 570 word families that are the most commonly used vocabulary in the IELTS Academic test. That is why it is not only useful, but important to learn this list if you are going to take the IELTS Academic test. Becoming familiar with these sets of vocabulary will help you in building your vocabulary for all modules of IELTS as well as TOEFL.
In order to make the words and their structure easier to learn, each recent academic word list for IELTS has been divided into the sets of 10 words. You have to concentrate only on those 10 words at a time and once you are done with that, you can move to the next set of 10 words. Before you start learning these words, it is important to understand the difference between recognizing the words and using the words. Recognizing the words is easier, but using them at the right place is bit difficult. So keep practicing accordingly.
It is good to keep on improving your vocabulary. But it is also important to use stick with what you know and be confident with it. Here’s the IELTS AWL given below:
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IELTS Academic word list. A worksheet to enhance vocabulary to improve speaking, writing and reading skills
IELTS Academic word list
Vocabulary plays an important role in everyone’s life and with this PDF we would like to help you enhance your vocabulary to improve speaking and writing skills.
Vocabulary is equally important for reading and writing. By knowing a lot of prevalent words you will understand the reading texts better. Moreover, vocabulary is one of the four marking criteria used to assess you IELTS writing. So one of the secrets of a successful essay is a broad range of vocabulary.
Simply memorizing the words is not enough: you need to know how to adopt the words in your writing.
In this PDF you will find several topics . These words will help you write about the topic or talk about it in the test.
Here is the word list:
List 1
| Words 1-10 | Words 11-20 | Words 21-30 | Words 31-40 | Words 41-50 |
| achieve administration affect analysis approach appropriate area aspects assistance assume |
authority available benefit category community complex concerning conclusion conduct consequence |
consistent constitutional consumer context create culture data definition destructive discovery |
distinction economic element environment error equation establish estimate evaluation evidence |
factors feature final financial focus function global identify impact income |
| Words 51-60 | Words 61-70 | Words 71-80 | Words 81-90 | Words 91-100 |
| indicate individual injury investment involve issue item legal maintenance major |
media method modern normal obtain restrict occur participation percent period |
policy positive potential previous primary process purchase range recent region |
regulations relevant require research resident resources response sector security significant |
similar solution source specific strategy structure theory threat traditional transport |
List 2
| Words 1-10 | Words 11-20 | Words 21-30 | Words 31-40 | Words 41-50 |
| access activity alter alternative amendment annual apparent application approximate artificial |
attitude aware capacity challenge circumstance comment communication concentration conflict considerable |
constant contact contribution core correspond criteria cycle debate decline deduction |
demonstrate despite dimension domestic dominant emerge emphasis enable energy enforcement |
ensure equivalent evolution exclude exposure external facilitate fundamental funds generation |
| Words 51-60 | Words 61-70 | Words 71-80 | Words 81-90 | Words 91-100 |
| hence hypothesis illustrate image immigration implement initial integration layer legislation |
location logic marginal maximum mechanism medical mental modification negative network |
occupation option orientation outcome overall parallel perspective philosophy precise predict |
project promote proportion psychology reaction remove resolution specify stability subsequent |
sufficient summary supply task technique technology transition trend version volume |
List 3
| Words 1-10 | Words 11-20 | Words 21-30 | Words 31-40 | Words 41-50 |
| abstract accurate acknowledge adaptation adequate adjust adult advocate aid attribute |
author brief capable civil classical comprehensive contrary coordination couple decades |
definite deny discrimination disposal diversity domain dynamic eliminate equipment estate |
exceed expansion expert fees flexibility foundation gender global grade guarantee |
identical ignorance imply incentive incorporated index infrastructure inhibition innovation instance |
| Words 51-60 | Words 61-70 | Words 71-80 | Words 81-90 | Words 91-100 |
| instruction intelligence interact interval investigation isolated justification lecture liberal migration |
minimum monitoring motivation neutral obvious overseas parameter phenomenon prohibit publish |
pursue rational recovery reject release reveal role satisfy scope sequence |
simulation solely somewhat status stress style substitution successive survey survive |
sustainable symbolic topic trace transformation ultimate underline unique utility visible |
List 4
| Words 1-10 | Words 11-20 | Words 21-30 | Words 31-40 | Words 41-50 |
| accommodation accompany advance analogous anticipate appendix appreciate arbitrary assure automatically |
behalf bias cease chart clarity coherence coincide commodity confirm contemporary |
contradict controversy conversely cooperate crucial currency denote detect deviation device |
devote differentiation diminish displacement display distorted dramatic duration ethical eventually |
exhibit explicit exploitation extract federal fluctuations format founded guidelines highlighted |
| Words 51-60 | Words 61-70 | Words 71-80 | Words 81-90 | Words 91-100 |
| implicit incompatible induce inevitably inherent intensity intermediate internal manual mature |
medium military mutual norms notion nuclear objective paragraph passive perceive |
portion precede predominantly priority prospect qualitative radical random reinforce relax |
revision revolution scenario schedule sphere suspended target team temporary tension |
theme thereby uniform validity vehicle via violation virtual vision widespread |
List 5
| Words 1-10 | Words 11-20 | Words 21-30 | Words 31-40 | Words 41-50 |
| abandon abate abrupt accumulation acquisition adjacent aggregate albeit ambiguous ancestor |
assembly assessment assign attain avert coal collapse colleagues combat commit |
compile complement comprise conceive concurrent confined conform confuse consciousness convinced |
creditable deceive depression derive distribution divergent doubt drastic election empirical |
encounter enhance enormous entirely entrepreneur erosion forbearance forthcoming frustration goal |
| Words 51-60 | Words 61-70 | Words 71-80 | Words 81-90 | Words 91-100 |
| homogenous inclination indulge infer initiative insight inspection integral intervention intrinsic |
invoke justify likewise link manage manipulation merge nonetheless notwithstanding odd |
ongoing overlap persistent pose possess preliminary presumption ratio refine relate |
reluctant restore restraint rigid route sacrifice scale so-called straightforward subordinate |
substantiate supplementary sympathy termination transmission undergo unify vital voluntary whereby |
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IELTS vocabulary — is it necessary to study?
IELTS exam contains four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
For each section, you should have a strong background about vocabulary so you can deal with it and score a high band 7 — 8.
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| IELTS vocabulary |
➤ IELTS vocabulary in the Listening section
Listening section of the IELTS exam consists of four parts, the first part is the easiest and the last one is the hardest.
You will hear a wide variety of IELTS words with different speeds and usually with the British accent.
In a few cases, you may hear one record with the Australian accent.
You will hear numbers, letters, names, directions, mono speech, and conversations using daily language, as well as academic and scientific compound terms particularly in part 4.
➤ IELTS vocabulary in the Reading section
The reading section in the IELTS test contains three reading passages with 40 questions and you should answer all these questions in 1 hour.
The average time for each reading passage is 20 minutes, and many IELTS instructors prefer to take a maximum of 6 to 8 minutes to read the passage completely to save time to answer the question.
You can not do this fast reading without a good knowledge about the advanced IELTS vocabulary.
➤ IELTS vocabulary in the Writing section
As you know, there are four criteria to evaluate your IELTS essays for task 1 and task 2.
One of these criteria is called lexical resource, which evaluates the words you write in your essay, how rich your vocabulary is, and to what extent you know how to use it.
Choosing the right words in the context, using synonyms, and avoiding tautology will increase your final score.
IELTS vocabulary will reduce your IELTS writing score if:
- you use words in the wrong meaning;
- you confuse the form of a word (for example, instead of an adjective, use a noun, etc.);
- you do not use synonyms and repeat the same words;
- you spell many words in a wrong way.
➤ IELTS vocabulary in the Speaking section
Again in the speaking section, lexical resource or vocabulary using is one of the criteria on which the IELTS examiner will give you the final score according to it.
To get a high score on this criterion, it is necessary to know a wide variety of terms on the topic of discussion.
You should know a variety of vocabulary and synonyms related to the common topics of the speaking part.
Just remember, the more advanced IELTS vocabulary you use correctly, the higher score you will get.
IELTS vocabulary band +7 vs band +8
In this section, you will find more than 2500 IELTS words in 25 different topics divided into band 7 and band 8 vocabulary with the meaning of each word.
Hint: You can download all these vocabulary and more as a pdf file at the end of this article.
Topic 1: People
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: People« |
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Adolescent = teenager |
Sibling = brother or sister |
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Characteristic = typical feature |
Responsibility = duty |
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Individual = person |
Resemble = look like |
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Reliable = can be trusted |
Bond = close tie / link |
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Conscious = aware |
Inherent = natural / instinctive |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: People« |
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Self-esteem = belief in yourself |
Stereotypical = having typical qualities |
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Fallible = able to make mistakes and be wrong |
Sociable = friendly or seeking company |
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Tendency = recurring action or behavior |
Gender = sex (male or female) |
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Lifetime = period of time you are alive |
Empathise = understand someone’s feelings |
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Hardwired = automatic behavior |
Habitually = usually or repeatedly |
Topic 2: Health & fitness
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Health & fitness« |
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Allergic = react badly to |
Harmful = unsafe |
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Appetite = desire for food |
Lifestyle = the way you live |
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Ingredients = contents of food |
Recovery = getting better(from illness) |
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Hunger = need for food |
Treatment = medical care |
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Nutritious = full of VIT |
Suffer = feel pain |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Health & fitness« |
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Sedentary = sitting a lot or inactive |
Psychological = mental |
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Beneficial = helpful / positive |
Intake = amount you take in |
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Detrimental = harmful / negative |
Eradicate = get rid of / eliminate / wipe out |
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Well-being = health and happiness |
Severity = how serious something is |
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Preventive |
Additives = chemicals added to food |
Topic 3: Science
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Science« |
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Elementary = basic |
Combine = mix together |
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Analyse = examine in details |
Exposure = in contact with |
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Detergent = soap |
Side effects = unwanted reactions |
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Basis = the principal idea |
Toxic = poisonous |
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Fertilizer = plant food |
Contaminated = polluted |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Sience« |
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Ascertain = make sure or establish |
Breakthrough = important new discovery |
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Release = allow to escape(gas) or give off |
Accumulate = collect over time, gather or build up |
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Absorb = take in or soak up (liquid or gas) |
Synthetic = man-made or artificial |
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Potential = ability / capability |
Advances = progress or developments |
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Precise = exact or accurate |
Quantify = count or measure |
Topic 4: Community
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Community« |
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Antisocial = against society |
Conform = follow the rules |
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Cooperate = work together |
Mindset = attitude |
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Minority = small percentage |
Shun = avoid |
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Conventional = traditional |
Interaction = communication |
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Pressure = stress |
Conduct = behavior |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Community« |
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Considerate = Kind and Helpful or thoughtful |
Mainstream = common or average (ideas) |
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Civilization = culturally advanced human society |
Supportive = helpful and encouraging |
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Appropriate = suitable |
Engage = join in or get involved |
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Voluntary = done willingly or without payment |
Charitable = helping the poor or needy |
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Foster = help something grow (attitude or idea) |
Multicultural = having many different cultures |
Topic 5: Study
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Study« |
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Theoretical = academic or not proven |
Educational |
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Acquire = gain or get |
Compulsory = must be done |
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Valid = reasonable |
Determine = discover or find out |
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Establish = prove |
Significant = important |
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Review = check or go over |
Concentrate = think very hard |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Study« |
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Specialize = concentrate on one subject |
Profound = deep or intense (effect or feeling) |
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Cognitive = connected to thinking or mental |
Curiosity = desire to know or find out / interest |
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Achievement = reaching a goal or success |
Failure = lack of success or collapse |
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Determination = trying hard or not giving up |
Miscalculation = bad judgment or calculation |
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Collaborate = work together with |
Methodical = in a careful or ordered way |
Topic 6: Advertising
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Advertising« |
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Persuade = get s to agree |
Convinced = sure of S |
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Unavoidable = certain to happen |
Commercialized = focused on profits |
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Effective = achieving its aims |
Ploy = trick or gimmick |
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Visualise = mentally picture |
Intrusive = not welcome |
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Promote = advertise |
Exaggerate = magnify the truth |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Advertising« |
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Ignore = pay no attention |
Endorse = recommend a product or brand |
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Guarantee = promise that S will happen |
Gullible = easily tricked or too trusting |
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Prominent = noticeable / stand out |
Pressure = forcefully persuade compel |
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Incorporate = use / include / contain |
Entice = persuade by offering S / tempt |
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Bombard = attack continuously / pester |
Inescapable = cannot be avoided / unavoidable |
Topic 7: Travel & places
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Travel & Places« |
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Memorable = unforgettable |
Inhabitants = people living in a place |
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Custom = local tradition |
Attract = act like a magnet |
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Remote = distant / far away |
Spectacular = amazing |
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Landscape = large area of countryside |
Outweigh = be more important than |
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Basic = simple / not luxurious |
Barren = without plants |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Travel & Places« |
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Cautious = avoiding risks / wary |
Wander = walk without aim / stroll / roam |
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Adventurous = willing to try new thing / daring |
Spontaneous = act without planning / unplanned |
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Unspoilt = beautiful or undamaged (place |
Wilderness = land not used |
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Paradise = a perfect place |
Leisurely = in a relaxed way / not rushed (adj+adv) |
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Foreign = strange or unfamiliar |
Rival = be good as S else |
Topic 8: Government
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Government« |
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Blame = accuse |
Childcare = care for children |
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Govern = control a place |
Provide = give / make available |
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Regulation = official rule |
Depend = need help / support |
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Entitlement = right or privilege |
Healthcare = care for the sick |
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Oppose = be against |
Assistance = help / aid |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Government« |
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Guidelines = official advice / rules |
Consensus = general agreement / unity |
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Instil = put and idea or feeling in S mind |
Taxpayer = person paying tax / ordinary citizen |
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Corrupt = dishonest / abusing their power |
Expenditure = total amount a government spends |
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Resolve = firmly decide / undertake |
Authority = legal power / right |
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Instability = lack of stability or uncertainty |
Bureaucracy = admin system / official procedures |
Topic 9: Animals
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Animals« |
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Endangered = dying out |
Venomous = poisonous |
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Domesticates = tame / not wild |
Thrive = grow = be successful |
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Predator = animals that hunts another |
Vulnerable = easily hurt |
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Nocturnal = active at night |
Dwindle = become smaller or fewer |
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Habitat = A natural environ. |
Prey |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Animals« |
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Survival = continuing to live or exist |
Co-exist = live in the same time or place |
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Abandon = leave permanently = desert |
Captivity = the state of being locked up |
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Cruelty = behavior that causes pain |
Sanctuary = safe = protected place |
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Defence = reaction to attack / self-protection |
Conservation = protecting them |
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Colony |
Creature = living thing |
Topic 10: Space
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Space« |
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Explode = break up violently |
Explore = search a new area |
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Risky = dangerous |
Debris = large broken pieces |
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Frightening = makes u afraid |
Infinite = without end |
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Acclimatise = adjust / adapt / get used to |
Fascinating = extremely interesting |
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Surface = top layer |
Astronaut = working in space |
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Collide = crash into / strike |
Universal = worldwide / existing everywhere |
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Misuse = bad usage of S |
Boost = (give)added power / increase |
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Hollow = empty inside |
Prolonged = lengthy / over a long time |
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Rotation = spinning / turning |
Fragile = easily broken / delicate |
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Vertical = pointing, going up |
Transmit = send out(a signal) |
Topic 11: Technology and Computer
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Technology & Computer« |
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Virtual = not real |
Digital = computerized |
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Embrace = accept eagerly |
Online = via the internet |
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Addicted = obsessed |
Secure = safe |
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Cutting-edge = the very latest |
Cyberbullying = attacking S online |
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Technological = relate to tech |
Dated = old-fashioned |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Technology & Computer« |
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Appliance = domestic machine |
Creativity = imagination / ingenuity |
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Surpass = beat / outperform / do or be better than |
Run-down = neglected / in a bad condition |
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Hardware = the phys. Parts PC |
Upgrade = improve the quality |
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Innovative = inventive / a new use of something |
Computerized = run or controlled by computer |
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Devise = come up with = invent |
Equipped = have(a tool) included or attached |
Topic 12: Machines
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Machines« |
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Device = gadget or tool |
Manufactured = made in a factory |
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Operate = work(a machine) |
Convey = transport |
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Automated = done by mach. |
Mechanical |
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Accelerate = go faster |
Manually = by hand |
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Technique = method |
Rotate = turn |
Topic 13: Fashion
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Fashion« |
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Consumer = user of goods |
Passing = short-lived |
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Trendy = fashionable |
Lasting = long-term |
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Impulsive = acts without thinking |
Consumerism = buying and owning goods |
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Purchase = S bought |
Impractical = unsuitable for a situation |
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Discard = through away |
Mass-produced = made on large scale |
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Ethical = morally right |
Emerge = appear / arise |
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Disposable = intended to be thrown away |
Second-hand = used / not new |
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Possessions = things you own / belongings |
Donate = give money or goods to charity |
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Individuality = what makes you different or unique |
Impulse = sudden urge or desire |
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Manufacturer = company making goods / producer |
Material = physical / related to possessions |
Topic 14: City
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: City« |
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Inadequate = not good enough |
Transportation = means of travel |
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Pedestrian = person walking |
Commute = journey to work |
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Pavement = footbath |
Slums = poor quality housing |
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Infrastructure = services in an area |
Overpopulated = having too many people |
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Outskirts = edge of the city |
Isolated = alone / separate |
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Imbalance = inequality / lack of balance |
Overwhelmed = unable to cope / strongly affected |
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Shortage = lack / not enough of |
Affluent = rich / wealthy / prosperous |
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Deprived = poor / disadvantaged |
Congested = having too much traffic |
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Sanitation = system to remove dirty water or waste |
Homelessness = the issue of people having no home |
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Poverty = the condition of being poor |
Amenities = facilities / conveniences |
Topic 15: Environment
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Environment« |
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Agricultural |
Cultivate = make S grow |
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Disaster = terrible event or accident |
Erosion = loss of soil |
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Environmental |
Logging = cutting down trees |
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Vital = very important |
Irrigation = watering system |
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Impact |
Pesticide = insect killer |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Environment« |
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Urgent = pressing / needing quick attention |
Pollutant = a substance that pollutes |
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Ecosystem = all living things in an area |
Vegetation = Plants and trees in an are |
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Unprecedented = never seen before / unheard-of |
Intervene = step in / become involved |
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Hazardous = dangerous to health or safety |
Degrade = become spoiled or lower in quality |
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Safeguard = keep safe / protect |
Deforestation = removal of trees / logging |
Topic 16: Energy
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Energy« |
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Generate = produce |
Alternative = not traditional |
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Harness = capture and use |
Mining = digging up coal etc. |
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Renewable = can be made again |
Sustainable = will not run out |
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Maximize = make the most of |
Consumption = use |
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Curb = limit the use of |
Emissions = gases released |
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Abundant = in large quantities / plentiful |
Regulate = control S with rules |
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Scarce = not easy to find = rare |
Supply = give or provide a supply |
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Unsustainable = using more than can be replaced |
Squander = waste(money, supplies or opportunity) |
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Exploit = take advantage or make the most of |
Biofuels = fuel made from a living thing or waste |
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Achievable = realistic / attainable |
Finite = limited / have end |
Topic 17: Issues
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Issues« |
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Globalization = worldwide trade |
Modernization |
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Tackle = deal with (a prob.) |
Worsen = get worse |
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Overcome = beat = conquer |
Pressing = urgent |
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Development = growth / becoming advanced |
Diversity = including different types |
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Tolerate = willing to accept (BH) |
Ongoing = continuing |
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Scenario = possible future situation |
Critical = very serious or important / crucial |
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Escalate = become worse / intensify |
Dispute = argument / disagreement |
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Contemplate = consider / think carefully |
Crisis = extremely bad situation / emergency |
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Inevitable = certain to happen / unavoidable |
Acknowledge = admit or accept that S is true |
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Chaos = total confusion / disorder = turmoil |
Measures = preventive actions / steps |
Topic 18: Business & Work
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Business & Work« |
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Occupation = job |
Overtime = extra working Hrs. |
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Rewarding = satisfying |
Deadline = due date |
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Recruit = take on new staff |
Conditions = (work) environ. |
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Negotiate = discuss details (of a deal) |
Colleague = person you work with |
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Financial = related to money |
Employee = worker |
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Competitive = involving competition with others |
Household = of the people in a house / domestic |
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Flexibility = ability to adapt |
Delegate = give tasks to others / pass on |
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Monopoly = no competitors / exclusive control |
Demanding = stressful / need a lot of attention |
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High-street = ordinary or traditional (shops) |
Ambitious = having a strong desire to success |
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Leadership = the ability to lead |
Entrepreneurs = people who start businesses |
Topic 19: Crime
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Crime« |
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Imprison = put in jail |
Commit = carry out (crime) |
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Petty = small (crimes) |
Deter = frighten off |
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Juvenile = relating to young |
Prevent = stop |
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Consequence = Effect or result |
Enforce = ensure people obey (law) |
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Offence = crime |
Harsh = very tough (punish.) |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Crime« |
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Vandalism = damage to property |
Predominantly = mostly / largely |
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Bystander = S watching nearby / onlooker |
Weapon = object used to fight |
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Wrongdoing = any bad or illegal action |
Prohibit = legally prevent S / forbid / ban |
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Lenient = soft = not strict (punishment) |
Legalise = make S legal / authorize |
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Prosecute = legally accuse S of a crime / sue |
Punish = Make S suffer for a crime |
Topic 20: Media
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Media« |
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Tabloid = less serious news papers |
Biased = one-sided |
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Inform = give the facts |
Impartial = neutral / balanced |
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Medium = one type of media |
Well-informed = having a lot of information |
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Emphasize = highlight |
Verify = check S is true |
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Sensational = aiming to shock |
Paparazzi = celebrity photographers |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Media« |
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Speculate = make guess about topic or person |
Scrutinize = examine very carefully |
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Viewer = person watching TV |
Censor = control what is published |
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Manipulate = control S or S in a negative way |
Distorted = altered / inaccurate |
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Controversial = causing disagreement |
Spotlight = public attention / publicity / limelight / being in the public eye |
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Infamous = famous for S bad or negative / notorious |
Imply = suggest S without stating it |
Topic 21: Art
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Art« |
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Dramatic = full of emotions |
Comical = funny |
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Atmosphere = mood or feeling (of a place) |
Entertaining = providing amusement |
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Lively = full of energy |
Participate = take part |
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Exhibition = a public display |
Perform = play or act on stage |
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Subjective = personal view |
Tedious = boring / tiresome |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Art« |
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Audience = the who watch or read S |
Sacrifice = give up |
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Moving = causing sadness / emotional |
Influence = cause S to change / affect |
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Inspire = make you want to do or create S |
Convey = communicate or express (emotion) |
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Venue = place where an even happens |
Spectator = person watch a live event |
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Interactive = actively involving the visitor or user |
Escapism = a way to avoid reality to being bored |
Topic 22: Changes
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Changes« |
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Imminent = coming soon |
Gradual = little by little |
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Endure = last a long time |
Temporary = for a short time |
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Moderate = slight |
Retrospect = looking back |
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Shift = change |
Preceding = earlier |
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Abrupt = sudden |
Turbulent = not calm |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Changes« |
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Instantly = immediately |
Minute = tiny / very small |
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Topical = current / happening now |
Imperceptible = invisible / unnoticeable |
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Insignificant = slight / unimportant |
Subtle = small but important |
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Remnant = piece of the past / remains |
Persist = continue to do happen (negative) |
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Considerable = large / noticeable / significant |
Consistently = in a constant or unchanged way |
Topic 23: Letter
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Letter & General« |
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Grateful = thankful |
Apologies = say sorry |
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Sincerely = genuinely |
Appreciate = thankful for |
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Enclosed = put inside |
Delighted = very pleased |
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Dissatisfied = not happy with |
Service = treatment of a customer |
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Propose = suggest |
Available = free / not busy |
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Inconvenient = causing problems and difficulties |
Unforeseen = unexpected / sudden |
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Behalf = acting for S |
Response = answer / reaction |
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Consider = think about an idea |
Privileged = (feel) special/given advantages |
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Hesitate = pause before acting / stop to think |
Accidently = not deliberately / unintentionally |
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Ruined = spoiled/ damaged |
Unpleasant = not enjoyable / upsetting |
Topic 24: Describing data
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Describing data« |
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Percentage |
Reach = get up to (level) |
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Fluctuate = vary a great deal |
Indicate = show |
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Projected |
Steadily = in a constant way |
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Steep = at a sharp angle |
Anticipated = expected |
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Noticeable = visible/evident |
Proportion = fraction |
IELTS vocabulary Band +8 «Topic: Describing data« |
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Marked = very clear/noticeable |
Decline = become worse or lower / go down |
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Plateaued = remained steady or unchanged |
Previous = the one before/earlier |
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Relatively = judged in relation to S else |
Comparison = examining the differences |
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Repeatedly = again and again |
Variation = change |
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Forecast = say what will happen /predicted |
Upward = going up |
Topic 25: Essay writing
IELTS vocabulary Band +7 «Topic: Essay Writing« |
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Moreover = in addition |
Overall = in general |
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Notion = idea |
Nevertheless = despite this |
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Whereas = on the other hand |
Furthermore = as well/more importantly |
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Challenge = difficulty/problem |
Unbelievable |
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Definitely = in a very clear way |
Consequently = as a result |
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