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Which term describes a type of journey characterized by exploration and thrilling experiences?
Which term describes a type of journey characterized by exploration and thrilling experiences?
What is a synonym for 'exorbitant' in the context of pricing?
What is a synonym for 'exorbitant' in the context of pricing?
Which word best describes someone who is proficient and highly skilled in a particular area?
Which word best describes someone who is proficient and highly skilled in a particular area?
Which term describes a travel experience that emphasizes creativity and originality?
Which term describes a travel experience that emphasizes creativity and originality?
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What does 'ambitious' infer about a person's characteristics?
What does 'ambitious' infer about a person's characteristics?
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Which word is synonymous with 'advantage'?
Which word is synonymous with 'advantage'?
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What is a synonym for 'scarcity'?
What is a synonym for 'scarcity'?
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Which of these words means 'to acquire'?
Which of these words means 'to acquire'?
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What is a synonym for 'poor'?
What is a synonym for 'poor'?
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Which term is synonymous with 'trust'?
Which term is synonymous with 'trust'?
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Which word is a synonym for 'happy'?
Which word is a synonym for 'happy'?
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Which term describes the act of examining closely?
Which term describes the act of examining closely?
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Which term is synonymous with 'innovation'?
Which term is synonymous with 'innovation'?
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What is a synonym for 'decrease'?
What is a synonym for 'decrease'?
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Which word is synonymous with 'collapse'?
Which word is synonymous with 'collapse'?
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Which of these words serves as a synonym for 'community'?
Which of these words serves as a synonym for 'community'?
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What is a synonym for 'sustainability'?
What is a synonym for 'sustainability'?
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Which term is synonymous with 'independence'?
Which term is synonymous with 'independence'?
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Study Notes
IELTS Vocabulary for Writing
- General Concepts: idea, notion, thought, belief, perception, concept, policy, regulation, rule, guideline, strategy, framework, advantage, benefit, upside, merit, positive aspect, edge, disadvantage, drawback, downside, floor, limitation, shortcoming, problem, issue, challenge, obstacle, dilemma, predicament, poverty, destitution, impoverishment, deprivation, scarcity, justice, fairness, equity, impartiality, righteousness, morality, reason, logic, justification, rationale, cognition, motive, culture, tradition, heritage, civilization, customs, lifestyle, trend, pattern, direction, tendency, fashion, vogue, crime, offense, felony, misdeed, wrongdoing, violation, equality, uniformity, balance, evenness, inequality, disparity, imbalance, disproportion, unevenness, wealth, prosperity, affluence, fortune, abundance, opulence, innovation, invention, advancement, breakthrough, creativity, resource, asset, supply, means, material, facility, reserve.
Specific Concepts (Qualitative)
- Positive Descriptors: good, excellent, outstanding, exceptional, marvelous, happy, joyful, contented, pleased, cheerful, blissful, beautiful, attractive, stunning, exquisite, charming, gorgeous.
- Negative Descriptors: bad, poor, inferior, substandard, dreadful, terrible, sad, sorrowful, gloomy, melancholic, dejected, despondent, ugly, unattractive, hideous, unsightly, grotesque, homely.
- Degree Adjectives: very, extremely, exceedingly, remarkably, exceptionally, quickly, rapidly, swiftly, promptly, hastily, immediately, slowly, gradually, leisurely, steadily, sluggishly, unhurriedly, well, properly, efficiently, competently, satisfactorily, often, frequently, repeatedly, habitually, routinely, rarely, seldom, occasionally, sporadically, hardly.
Specific Concepts (Action)
- Creation & Performance: do, perform, execute, accomplish, carry out, undertake, make, create, produce, construct, generate, fabricate, get, obtain, acquire, receive, gain, procure, secure, help, assist, support, aid, facilitate, encourage, think, consider, reflect, contemplate, reckon, come, arrive, approach, enter, reach, appear, advance, observe, notice, view, perceive, witness, detect, understand, recognize, realize, comprehend, use, utilize, employ, apply, exploit, adopt.
- Start and End: start, commence, initiate, launch, embark, originate, end, finish, conclude, terminate, wrap up, complete.
- Discovery: find, discover, locate, detect, identify, unearth, unveil.
Specific Concepts (Relationship)
- Communication & Social: love, affection, adoration, fondness, devotion, passion, hate, dislike, loathe, detest, despise, disdain, trust, confidence, faith, reliance, belief, assurance, certainty, hope, expectation, optimism, aspiration, desire, yearning, success, achievement, accomplishment, victory, trust, triumph, failure, defeat, collapse, downfall, shortcoming, setback, peace, tranquility, harmony, serenity, stillness, quietness, war, conflict, battle, combat, fight, warfare, strife, friendship, companionship, camaraderie, fellowship, alliance, knowledge, understanding, awareness, expertise, cognition, insight, teacher, educator, instructor, mentor, professor, trainer, student, learner, pupil, apprentice, scholar, disciple, traine, subject, topic, discipline, field, area, theme, focus, homework, assignment, task, coursework, exercise, project, study, university, college, institution, academy, campus, higher education, skill, ability, expertise, proficiency, competence, talent, aptitude, syllabus, curriculum, program, agenda, outline, course, plan, people, individuals, persons, citizens, population, public, culture, civilization, heritage, traditions, customs, way of life, diversity, heterogeneity, difference, assortment, distinction, rights, entitlements, privileges, freedoms, liberties, claims, tradition, ritual, heritage, practice, convention, legacy, welfare, well-being, prosperity, happiness, social security, equality, fairness, equity, justice, uniformity, impartiality, freedom, liberty, independence, autonomy, sovereignty, teamwork, collaboration, cooperation, partnership, joint effort, deadline, due date, final date, target date, completion date, performance, execution, achievement, accomplishment, delivery, skill set, abilities, expertise, competence, capabilities, proficiency, promotion, advice, advancement, upgrade, progression, career growth, responsibility, duty, obligation, accountability, commitment, liability, networking, socializing, connecting, relationship building, interacting, opportunity, chance, prospect, opening, possibility, occasion.
Specific Concepts (Process & Resources)
- Process & Resources: algorithm, procedure, formula, code, method, system, process, automation, mechanization, computerization, digitization, streamlining, encryption, codification, encoding, scrambling, concealment, innovation, invention, novelty, creation, breakthrough, revolution, networking, connecting, linkage, interaction, socializing, collaboration, machine, device, apparatus, engine, tool, mechanism, equipment, software, program, application, system, platform, suite, hardware, equipment, gear, devices, components, infrastructure, pollution, contamination, degradation, impurity, pollutants, nature, environment, wilderness, countryside, protect, defend, safeguard, shield, preserve, secure, god, damage, destruction, deterioration, ruin, impairment, devastation, waste, garbage, trash, refuse, litter, debris, scrap, renewable, recyclable, sustainable, restorable, green, alternative, climate, weather, atmosphere, conditions, environment, global warming, climate change, greenhouse effect, planetary heating, money, cash, funds, currency, capital, wealth, assets, income, earnings, revenue, wages, salary, proceeds, return, tax, levy, duty, tariff, excise, contribution, assessment, spend, expend, disperse, outlay, use up, consume, save, conserve, retain, set aside, hoard, accumulate, business, enterprise, company, corporation, trade, industry, profit, gain, earnings, return, revenue, benefit, surplus, loss, deficit, setback, damage, detriment.
Specific Concepts (Travel & Business)
- Tourism & Travel: tourist, traveler, visitor, sightseer, explorer, vacationer, vacation, holiday, getaway, retreat, break, leave, adventure, expedition, quest, journey, exploration, thrill, baggage, luggage, suitcases, bags, valises, carry-ons, systems, border control, immigration, security, inspection, resort, hotel, vacation spot, getaway, lodge, spa, map, chart, guide, diagram, blueprint, atlas, sightseeing, touring, exploring, visiting, landmark, hunting, strong, sturdy, robust, powerful, resilient, vigorous, tough, weak, fragile, feeble, delicate, frail, vulnerable, ineffective, cheap, inexpensive, affordable, budget friendly, low-cost, expensive, costly, pricey, high price, overpriced, exorbitant.
**Specific Concepts (Communication & Personal) **
- Communication: advocate, support, promote, champion, endorse, defend, eloquent, articulate, persuasive, expressive, fluent, poignant, comprehensive, all-encompassing, thorough, extensive, complete, ambiguous, unclear, very vague, indefinite, equivocal, obscure, innovative, creative, original, groundbreaking, visionary, conventional, traditional, customary, standard, orthodox, lucrative, profitable, rewarding, fruitful, advantageous, explicit, direct, straightforward, unambiguous, precise, obsolete, outdated, antiquated, old-fashioned, proficient, skilled, competent, adept, capable, expert, formidable, intimidating, daunting, fearsome, powerful, mighty, ambitious, determined, motivated, enterprising, goal-oriented, empathy, compassion, understanding, sensitivity, kindness, authenticity, genuineness, sincerity, truthfulness, realness, insight, understanding, intuition, awareness, foresight.
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This quiz focuses on enhancing your vocabulary specifically for the IELTS writing section. It covers a wide range of concepts such as ideas, beliefs, regulations, and various social issues. Improve your lexical resource to achieve higher scores in writing tasks.
