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Which of these words describes a challenging situation with no easy solution?
Which of these words describes a challenging situation with no easy solution?
What is the opposite of the word 'frivolous'?
What is the opposite of the word 'frivolous'?
Which word means 'to make a situation worse'?
Which word means 'to make a situation worse'?
Which word describes someone who is very skilled at expressing their thoughts and ideas clearly?
Which word describes someone who is very skilled at expressing their thoughts and ideas clearly?
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What is the opposite of the word 'henceforth'?
What is the opposite of the word 'henceforth'?
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Which of these phrases emphasizes that something is actually true, often to highlight a surprising fact?
Which of these phrases emphasizes that something is actually true, often to highlight a surprising fact?
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Which word refers to something that is about to happen or is likely to occur soon?
Which word refers to something that is about to happen or is likely to occur soon?
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Which of these words describes a situation that is the opposite of what is expected, often in a humorous way?
Which of these words describes a situation that is the opposite of what is expected, often in a humorous way?
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Which word describes someone who is known for doing bad things?
Which word describes someone who is known for doing bad things?
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Which word describes something that is very special or unique?
Which word describes something that is very special or unique?
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Which word describes someone who pays great attention to detail and is precise in their work?
Which word describes someone who pays great attention to detail and is precise in their work?
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Which word is used to explain a complaint or resentment due to unfair treatment?
Which word is used to explain a complaint or resentment due to unfair treatment?
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Which of these words can be used to express the opposite of what is being said in the previous sentence?
Which of these words can be used to express the opposite of what is being said in the previous sentence?
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Which of these words means 'to destroy something completely'?
Which of these words means 'to destroy something completely'?
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Which of the following words is best used to describe something that is silly or lacking seriousness?
Which of the following words is best used to describe something that is silly or lacking seriousness?
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Which of these phrases means 'instead of'?
Which of these phrases means 'instead of'?
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What does it mean for something to 'encompass' various aspects?
What does it mean for something to 'encompass' various aspects?
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What is the primary concern when stock prices fluctuate?
What is the primary concern when stock prices fluctuate?
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Which of the following best describes a 'tenuous' relationship?
Which of the following best describes a 'tenuous' relationship?
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What is the significance of adopting a sustainable diet?
What is the significance of adopting a sustainable diet?
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How can ambiguity in communication affect understanding?
How can ambiguity in communication affect understanding?
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What does it imply when a situation is described as 'inevitable'?
What does it imply when a situation is described as 'inevitable'?
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What role does empathy play in interpersonal relationships?
What role does empathy play in interpersonal relationships?
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What is a common effect of prevalent negative body image in society?
What is a common effect of prevalent negative body image in society?
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What does the term 'aesthetic' refer to?
What does the term 'aesthetic' refer to?
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What does it mean to 'dismantle' something?
What does it mean to 'dismantle' something?
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What is meant by 'concurrent' events?
What is meant by 'concurrent' events?
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What does the term 'exemption' mean in this context?
What does the term 'exemption' mean in this context?
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What is the significance of 'hierarchy' in organizations?
What is the significance of 'hierarchy' in organizations?
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What does it mean for a finding to be 'tentative'?
What does it mean for a finding to be 'tentative'?
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How is 'analogy' used in communication?
How is 'analogy' used in communication?
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What does 'dysfunction' imply in a workplace setting?
What does 'dysfunction' imply in a workplace setting?
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What does the term 'dwindling' refer to?
What does the term 'dwindling' refer to?
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What does it mean to 'ameliorate' conditions?
What does it mean to 'ameliorate' conditions?
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What is meant by the phrase 'in contrast'?
What is meant by the phrase 'in contrast'?
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What does 'anticipate' mean in a predictive context?
What does 'anticipate' mean in a predictive context?
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What does 'prolific' describe about a creator?
What does 'prolific' describe about a creator?
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What does the term 'obsolete' imply in the context of technology?
What does the term 'obsolete' imply in the context of technology?
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What does 'omniscient' mean based on the discussion of omnipresence?
What does 'omniscient' mean based on the discussion of omnipresence?
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When a decision is made 'subsequently,' what does it refer to?
When a decision is made 'subsequently,' what does it refer to?
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What aspect does 'pragmatic' focus on in decision-making?
What aspect does 'pragmatic' focus on in decision-making?
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What does it mean to 'scrutinize' something?
What does it mean to 'scrutinize' something?
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What does the term 'credible' signify regarding statements or claims?
What does the term 'credible' signify regarding statements or claims?
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In what context might 'whimsical' be appropriately used?
In what context might 'whimsical' be appropriately used?
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What does 'viable' refer to when discussing options or solutions?
What does 'viable' refer to when discussing options or solutions?
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What does it mean to 'substantiate' a claim?
What does it mean to 'substantiate' a claim?
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What does 'ubiquitous' imply in a societal context?
What does 'ubiquitous' imply in a societal context?
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What does 'alleviate' mean concerning social issues?
What does 'alleviate' mean concerning social issues?
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What is the best definition of 'consequently'?
What is the best definition of 'consequently'?
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What does the term 'rhetoric' imply in communication?
What does the term 'rhetoric' imply in communication?
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What can make the concept of renewable energy seem plausible?
What can make the concept of renewable energy seem plausible?
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Study Notes
IELTS Vocabulary - Band 9.0
- Aesthetic: Concerned with beauty or artistic appreciation. Museums maintain aesthetic standards in exhibits.
- Indeed: In fact, truly. Digital learning platforms have indeed transformed education.
- Infer: Deduce information based on evidence. Recent trends infer renewable energy is becoming more cost-effective.
- Prolific: Highly productive or producing in large quantities. Shakespeare was a prolific writer.
- Dismantle: Take apart or disassemble. Activists work to dismantle systemic discrimination.
- Concurrent: Existing or happening at the same time. Urbanization and climate change are concurrent challenges.
- Deviation: Departure from standard or normal behavior. Statistical analysis reveals deviations from expected growth.
- Exemption: Freedom or release from an obligation or rule. Students can apply for exemption from certain courses.
- Hierarchy: System where entities are ranked by importance. Corporate hierarchy influences decision making.
- Indigenous: Originating naturally in a particular place. Indigenous communities struggle to protect their land.
- Scrutinize: Examine or inspect thoroughly. Scientists scrutinize new theories.
- Tentative: Temporary, uncertain. Scientists present tentative conclusions based on preliminary data.
- Analogy: Comparison highlighting similarities. Scientists use analogy to illustrate neuron communication.
- Dysfunction: Impaired or abnormal functioning. Workplace dysfunction reduces productivity.
- Dwindling: Gradually decreasing. Resources like fossil fuels are dwindling.
- Ameliorate: Make something better or improve. Policies should ameliorate economic disparity.
- Contrast: Highlight differences. Public schools contrast with private institutions.
- Anticipate: Expect or predict. Economists anticipate a slow recovery of the global economy.
- Comparatively: When comparing. Organic farming is comparatively better than conventional agriculture.
- Articulate: Express ideas clearly. Being articulate helps build connections.
- Conundrum: Difficult problem. Rising unemployment during economic growth is a conundrum.
- Henceforth: From this time forward. Laws will henceforth require stricter penalties.
- Deteriorate: Gradually worsen. Relationships can deteriorate after disputes.
- Eloquent: Fluent, persuasive. Eloquent performances demonstrate deep understanding.
- In fact: Actually. Social media can negatively impact self-esteem.
- Eradicate: Destroy completely. Education eradicates illiteracy.
- Exacerbate: Make a problem worse. High pollution exacerbates respiratory conditions.
- Frivolous: Lacking seriousness. Frivolous activities can negatively impact productivity.
- Grievance: Complaint. It's important to address grievances.
- Imminent: About to happen. Health crises are imminent.
- Conversely: In contrast. Urbanization is a problem, conversely, others believe it promotes development.
- Ironic: Opposite to expected. Critics of social media being famous on social media is ironic.
- Uniquely: In a way that is special. This city is uniquely situated.
- Meticulous: Showing great attention to detail. Artists are meticulous in their work.
- Notorious: Famous for something bad. Notorious behavior can lead to isolation and problems.
- Obsolete: No longer in use. Handwriting may become obsolete.
- Thereafter: After that point in time. Profits grew exponentially thereafter.
- Omnipresent: Present everywhere. Technology is omnipresent in our daily lives
- Plausible: Seemingly reasonable. Renewable energy replacing fossil fuels is plausible.
- Consequently: As a result. Studying diligently consequently improved exam scores.
- Pragmatic: Practical. Pragmatic leaders focus on citizens' needs.
- Rhetoric: Effective use of language. Debates can be dominated by rhetoric.
- Scrutinize: Examine closely. Critics scrutinize new policies for effectiveness.
- Substantiate: Provide evidence. Clear examples substantiate theoretical concepts.
- Undoubtedly: Without a doubt. Climate change is undoubtedly a pressing issue.
- Tangible: Perceptible by touch. Poverty has tangible impacts.
- Ubiquitous: Being everywhere at the same time. Pollution is ubiquitous.
- Viable: Capable of working. Electric cars are becoming a viable alternative.
- Whimsical: Playfully fanciful. A whimsical plot kept the audience entertained.
- Alleviate: Reduce pain or difficulty. Education can alleviate poverty.
- Credible: Trustworthy. Credible experts agree that climate change is a serious issue.
- Encompass: Include. The project will encompass various aspects of Environmental conservation.
- Fluctuate: Rise and fall irregularly. Stock prices fluctuate.
- Prevalent: Widely occurring. Poverty is a prevalent challenge.
- Tenuous: Weak, fragile. Tenuous relationships require careful handling.
- Sustainable: Able to be maintained. Adopting a sustainable diet protects future generations.
- Ambiguous: Open to more than one interpretation. Vague instructions are ambiguous.
- Empathy: Understanding and sharing feelings. Developing empathy helps build strong relationships.
- Inevitably: Certain to happen. Change is inevitable.
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Test your knowledge of advanced vocabulary tailored for achieving an IELTS Band 9.0 score. This quiz covers essential words like 'aesthetic', 'infer', and 'hierarchy' that are crucial for effective communication in academic settings.
