Ielts Academic Vocabulary

Topic 1: People IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: People" Adolescent = teenager Sibling = brother or sister Characteristic = typical feature Responsibility = duty Individual = person Resemble = look like Reliable = can be trusted Bond = close tie / link Conscious =  aware Inherent = natural / instinctive

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: People" Self-esteem = belief in yourself Stereotypical = having typical qualities Fallible = able to make mistakes Sociable = friendly or seeking and be wrong company Tendency = recurring action or Gender = sex (male or female) behavior Lifetime =  period of time you Empathise = understand someone’s are alive feelings Hardwired = automatic behavior Habitually = usually or repeatedly

Topic 2: Health & fitness IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Health & fitness" Allergic = react badly to Harmful = unsafe Appetite = desire for food Lifestyle = the way you live Ingredients = contents of Recovery = getting better(from food illness) Hunger = need for food Nutritious = full of VIT

Treatment = medical care Suffer = feel pain

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Health & fitness" Sedentary = sitting a lot or Psychological = mental inactive Beneficial = helpful / Intake = amount you take in positive Detrimental = harmful / Eradicate = get rid of / eliminate negative / wipe out Well-being = health and Severity = how serious happiness something is Preventive Additives = chemicals added to food Topic 3: Science IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Science" Elementary = basic Combine = mix together Analyse = examine in details Exposure = in contact with Detergent = soap Basis = the principal idea

Side effects = unwanted reactions Toxic = poisonous

Fertilizer = plant food

Contaminated = polluted

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Sience" Ascertain = make sure or Breakthrough = important new establish discovery Release = allow to Accumulate = collect over escape(gas) or give off time, gather or build up

Absorb = take in or soak up Synthetic = man-made or (liquid or gas) artificial Potential = ability / capability Advances = progress or developments Precise = exact or accurate Quantify = count or measure

Topic 4: Community IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Community" Antisocial = against society Conform = follow the rules Cooperate = work together Mindset = attitude Minority = small percentage Shun = avoid Conventional = traditional Interaction = communication Pressure = stress Conduct = behavior 

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Community" Considerate = Kind and Mainstream = common or Helpful or thoughtful average (ideas) Civilization = culturally Supportive = helpful and advanced human society encouraging Appropriate = suitable Engage = join in or get involved Voluntary = done willingly Charitable = helping the poor or or without payment needy

Foster = help something grow (attitude or idea)

Multicultural = having many different cultures

Topic 5: Study IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Study" Theoretical = academic or Educational not proven Acquire = gain or get Valid = reasonable Establish = prove

Compulsory = must be done Determine = discover or find out Significant = important

Review = check or go over

Concentrate = think very hard

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Study" Specialize = concentrate on Profound = deep or intense one subject (effect or feeling) Cognitive = connected to Curiosity = desire to know or thinking or mental find out  / interest Achievement = reaching a Failure = lack of success or goal or success collapse Determination = trying hard Miscalculation = bad judgment or not giving up or calculation Collaborate = work together Methodical = in a careful or with ordered way

Topic 6: Advertising IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Advertising" Persuade = get s to agree Convinced = sure of S Unavoidable = certain to Commercialized = focused on happen profits Effective = achieving its Ploy = trick or gimmick aims Visualise = mentally picture  Intrusive = not welcome Promote = advertise

Exaggerate = magnify the truth

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Advertising" Ignore = pay no attention Endorse = recommend a product or brand Guarantee = promise that S Gullible = easily tricked or too will happen trusting Prominent = noticeable / Pressure = forcefully persuade stand out compel Incorporate = use / include / Entice = persuade by offering S contain /  tempt Bombard = attack Inescapable = cannot be continuously / pester avoided / unavoidable

Topic 7: Travel & places IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Travel & Places"

Memorable = unforgettable Custom = local tradition

Inhabitants = people living in a place Attract = act like a magnet

Remote = distant / far away

Spectacular = amazing

Landscape = large area of countryside

Outweigh = be more important than

Basic = simple / not luxurious

Barren = without plants

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Travel & Places" Cautious = avoiding risks / Wander = walk without aim / wary stroll /  roam Adventurous = willing to try Spontaneous = act without new thing / daring planning / unplanned Unspoilt = beautiful or Wilderness = land not used undamaged (place Paradise = a perfect place Leisurely = in a relaxed way / not rushed (adj+adv) Foreign = strange or Rival = be good as S else unfamiliar

Topic 8: Government IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Government" Blame = accuse Childcare = care for children Govern = control a place Provide = give / make available Regulation = official rule Depend = need help / support

Entitlement = right or privilege Oppose = be against

Healthcare = care for the sick Assistance = help / aid

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Government" Guidelines = official Consensus = general advice / rules agreement / unity Instil = put and idea or Taxpayer = person paying tax / feeling in S mind ordinary citizen Corrupt = dishonest / Expenditure = total amount a abusing their power government spends Resolve = firmly decide / Authority = legal power / right undertake Instability = lack of stability Bureaucracy = admin system / or uncertainty official procedures

Topic 9: Animals IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Animals" Endangered = dying out Venomous = poisonous Domesticates = tame / not Thrive = grow = be successful wild Predator = animals that Vulnerable = easily hurt hunts another Nocturnal = active at night

Dwindle = become smaller or fewer

Habitat = A natural environ.

Prey

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Animals" Survival = continuing to live Co-exist = live in the same time or exist or place Abandon = leave Captivity = the state of being permanently = desert locked up Cruelty = behavior that Sanctuary = safe  = protected causes pain place Defence = reaction to Conservation = protecting them attack /  self-protection Colony Creature = living thing

Topic 10: Space IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Space" Explode = break up violently Explore = search a new area Risky = dangerous Debris = large broken pieces Frightening = makes u afraid Infinite = without end Acclimatise = adjust / Fascinating = extremely adapt / get used to interesting Surface = top layer

Astronaut = working in space

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Space"

Collide = crash into / strike

Universal = worldwide / existing everywhere

Misuse = bad usage of S

Boost = (give)added power / increase Hollow = empty inside Prolonged = lengthy / over a long time Rotation = spinning / turning Fragile = easily broken / delicate Vertical = pointing, going up Transmit = send out(a signal)

Topic 11: Technology and Computer IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Technology & Computer" Virtual = not real Digital = computerized Embrace = accept eagerly Addicted = obsessed Cutting-edge = the very latest Technological = relate to tech

Online = via the internet Secure = safe Cyberbullying = attacking S online Dated = old-fashioned

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Technology & Computer" Appliance = domestic Creativity = imagination / machine ingenuity Surpass = beat / outperform / Run-down = neglected / in a

do or be better than Hardware = the phys. Parts PC Innovative = inventive / a new use of something Devise = come up with = invent

bad condition Upgrade = improve the quality Computerized = run or controlled by computer Equipped = have(a tool) included or attached

Topic 12: Machines IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Machines" Device = gadget or tool Manufactured = made in a factory Operate = work(a machine) Convey = transport Automated = done by mach.

Mechanical

Accelerate = go faster

Manually = by hand

Technique = method

Rotate = turn

Topic 13: Fashion IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Fashion" Consumer = user of goods Passing = short-lived Trendy = fashionable Lasting = long-term Impulsive = acts without Consumerism = buying and thinking owning goods Purchase = S bought

Impractical = unsuitable for a

Discard = through away

situation Mass-produced = made on large scale

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Fashion" Ethical = morally right Emerge = appear / arise Disposable = intended to be Second-hand = used / not new thrown away Possessions = things you own Donate = give money or goods / belongings to charity Individuality = what makes Impulse = sudden urge or you different or unique desire Manufacturer = company Material = physical / related to making goods / producer possessions

Topic 14: City IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: City" Inadequate = not good Transportation = means of enough travel Pedestrian = person walking Commute = journey to work Pavement = footbath Slums = poor quality housing Infrastructure = services in Overpopulated = having too an area many people Outskirts = edge of the city

Isolated = alone / separate

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: City" Imbalance = inequality / lack Overwhelmed = unable to of balance cope / strongly affected Shortage = lack / not enough Affluent = rich / wealthy / of prosperous Deprived = poor / Congested = having too much disadvantaged traffic Sanitation = system to Homelessness = the issue of remove dirty water or waste people having no home Poverty = the condition of Amenities = facilities / being poor conveniences

Topic 15: Environment IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Environment" Agricultural Cultivate = make S grow Disaster = terrible event or Erosion = loss of soil accident Environmental Logging = cutting down trees Vital = very important

Irrigation = watering system

Impact

Pesticide = insect killer

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Environment" Urgent = pressing / needing Pollutant = a substance that quick attention pollutes

Ecosystem = all living things in an area Unprecedented = never seen before / unheard-of Hazardous = dangerous to health or safety Safeguard = keep safe / protect

Vegetation = Plants and trees in an are Intervene = step in / become involved Degrade = become spoiled or lower in quality Deforestation = removal of trees / logging

Topic 16: Energy IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Energy" Generate = produce Alternative = not traditional Harness = capture and use

Mining = digging up coal etc.

Renewable = can be made again Maximize = make the most of Curb = limit the use of

Sustainable = will not run out Consumption = use Emissions = gases released

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Energy" Abundant = in large Regulate = control S with rules quantities / plentiful Scarce = not easy to find = Supply = give or provide a rare supply Unsustainable = using more Squander = waste(money, than can be replaced supplies or opportunity)

Exploit = take advantage or make the most of Achievable = realistic / attainable

Biofuels = fuel made from a living thing or waste Finite = limited / have end

Topic 17: Issues IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Issues" Globalization = worldwide Modernization trade Tackle = deal with (a prob.) Worsen = get worse Overcome = beat = conquer Pressing = urgent Development = growth / Diversity = including different becoming advanced types Tolerate = willing to accept Ongoing = continuing (BH) IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Issues" Scenario = possible future Critical = very serious or situation important / crucial Escalate = become worse / Dispute = argument / intensify  disagreement Contemplate = consider / Crisis = extremely bad situation think carefully / emergency

Inevitable = certain to happen /  unavoidable Chaos = total confusion / disorder = turmoil

Acknowledge = admit or accept that S is true Measures = preventive actions / steps

Topic 18: Business & Work IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Business & Work" Occupation = job    Overtime = extra working Hrs. Rewarding = satisfying Deadline = due date Recruit = take on new staff Conditions = (work) environ. Negotiate = discuss details Colleague = person you work (of a deal) with Financial = related to money

Employee = worker

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Business & Work" Competitive = involving Household = of the people in a competition with others house  / domestic Flexibility = ability to adapt Delegate = give tasks to others / pass on Monopoly = no competitors / Demanding = stressful / need a exclusive control lot of attention High-street = ordinary or Ambitious = having a strong traditional (shops) desire to success Leadership = the ability to Entrepreneurs = people who lead start businesses

Topic 19: Crime IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Crime" Imprison = put in jail Commit = carry out (crime) Petty = small (crimes)

Deter = frighten off

Juvenile = relating to young

Prevent = stop       

Consequence = Effect or result Offence = crime

Enforce = ensure people obey (law) Harsh = very tough (punish.)

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Crime" Vandalism = damage to Predominantly = mostly / property largely Bystander = S watching Weapon = object used to fight nearby / onlooker Wrongdoing = any bad or Prohibit = legally prevent S / illegal action forbid /  ban Lenient = soft = not strict Legalise = make S legal / (punishment) authorize Prosecute = legally accuse S Punish = Make S suffer for a of a crime / sue crime

Topic 20: Media IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Media"

Tabloid = less serious news Biased = one-sided papers Inform = give the facts Impartial = neutral / balanced Medium = one type of media Well-informed = having a lot of information Emphasize = highlight Sensational = aiming to shock

Verify = check S is true Paparazzi = celebrity photographers

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Media" Speculate = make guess Scrutinize = examine very about topic or person carefully Viewer = person watching Censor = control what is TV published Manipulate = control S or S Distorted = altered / inaccurate in a negative way Controversial = causing Spotlight = public attention / disagreement publicity / limelight / being in the public eye Infamous = famous for S bad Imply = suggest S without or negative / notorious stating it

Topic 21: Art IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Art" Dramatic = full of emotions Comical = funny

Atmosphere = mood or feeling (of a place) Lively = full of energy Exhibition = a public display Subjective = personal view

Entertaining = providing amusement Participate = take part Perform = play or act on stage Tedious = boring / tiresome

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Art" Audience = the who watch or Sacrifice = give up read S Moving = causing sadness / Influence = cause S to change / emotional affect Inspire = make you want to Convey = communicate or do or create S express (emotion) Venue = place where an even Spectator = person watch a live happens event Interactive = actively Escapism = a way to avoid involving the visitor or user reality to being bored

Topic 22: Changes IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Changes" Imminent = coming soon Gradual = little by little Endure = last a long time Temporary = for a short time Moderate = slight Retrospect = looking back Shift = change Preceding = earlier Abrupt = sudden Turbulent = not calm

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Changes" Instantly = immediately Minute = tiny / very small Topical = current / happening Imperceptible = invisible / now unnoticeable Insignificant = slight / Subtle = small but important unimportant Remnant = piece of the past / Persist = continue to do happen remains (negative) Considerable = large / Consistently = in a constant or noticeable /  significant unchanged way

Topic 23: Letter IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Letter & General" Grateful = thankful Apologies = say sorry Sincerely = genuinely Appreciate = thankful for Enclosed = put inside Delighted = very pleased Dissatisfied = not happy with Service = treatment of a customer Propose = suggest Available = free / not busy

IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Letter & General" Inconvenient = causing Unforeseen = unexpected / problems and difficulties sudden Behalf = acting for S Response = answer / reaction

Consider = think about an idea Hesitate = pause before acting / stop to think Ruined = spoiled/ damaged

Privileged = (feel) special/given advantages Accidently = not deliberately / unintentionally Unpleasant = not enjoyable / upsetting

Topic 24: Describing data IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Describing data" Percentage Reach = get up to (level) Fluctuate = vary a great Indicate = show deal Projected Steadily = in a constant way Steep = at a sharp angle Anticipated = expected Noticeable = Proportion = fraction visible/evident IELTS vocabulary Band +8 "Topic: Describing data" Marked = very Decline = become worse or clear/noticeable lower / go down Plateaued = remained Previous = the one steady or unchanged before/earlier Relatively = judged in Comparison = examining the relation to S else differences Repeatedly = again and Variation = change again Forecast = say what will Upward = going up

happen /predicted

Topic 25: Essay writing IELTS vocabulary Band +7 "Topic: Essay Writing" Moreover = in addition Overall = in general Notion = idea Nevertheless = despite this Whereas = on the other Furthermore = as well/more hand importantly Challenge = difficulty/problem Definitely = in a very clear way

Unbelievable Consequently = as a result

Food  Syrupy - having the appearance or quality of syrup; thick or sweet (‫;)شرابي‬  Sugary - tasting or looking like sugar (‫;)مسكر‬

 Crispy - pleasantly thin, dry, and easily broken: having a pleasantly crisp outer layer ( ‫;)هش‬  Bitter - having a strong and often unpleasant flavor that is the opposite of sweet (‫;)مر‬  Juicy - containing a lot of juice (‫;)كثير العصارة‬  Sour - having an acid taste that is like the taste of a lemon (‫;)الذع‬  Zesty - having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor (‫;)حار‬   Chewy – something requiring to use your teeth to cut food into small pieces before you swallow it (‫;)يحتاج للمضغ‬   Spicy - flavored with or containing strong spices and especially ones that cause a burning feeling in your mouth (‫;)حار‬  Peppery - containing pepper or having the qualities of pepper (‫;)فلفلي‬

 Ambrosial - something extremely pleasing to taste or smell (‫;)لذيذ‬   Crunchy - having a hard texture and making a loud sound when chewed or crushed: not soft or mushy (‫;)مقرمش‬   Delicious – very pleasant to taste (‫;)لذيذ‬  Savoury - having a pleasant taste or smell ( ‫مالح‬ ‫ متبل‬-);   Unflavoured - without flavor additives ( ‫بدون‬ ‫;)نكهة‬ Environment

Here are IELTS vocabulary about environment with its meaning. It will help you in IELTS reading.  climate change - changes in the Earth's weather patterns ( ‫تغير‬ ‫;)الطقس‬                                                                                            acid rain - rain that contains dangerous chemicals because of smoke from cars and factories (‫;)مطر حمضي‬  industrial waste - damaged, defective, or superfluous material produced by industry (‫ المصانع‬L‫;)مخلفات‬                                               

 urbanization - the process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more and more people begin living and working in central areas (‫ تحضر‬- ‫;)تمدن‬  biodegradable - capable of being slowly destroyed and broken down into very small parts by natural processes, bacteria, etc. (‫;)قابل للتحلل‬  environmentalist / environmental activist - a person who works to protect the natural world from pollution and other threats ( ‫مناصر لحماية‬ ‫;)البيئة‬  natural disaster - a sudden and terrible event in nature (such as a hurricane, tornado, or flood) that usually results in serious damage and many deaths (‫;)كارثة طبيعية‬

Environmen t  hybrid cars – cars in which two or more distinct types of power, such as internal combustion engine + electric motor are used (‫;)سيارات هجينة‬  fertilizers - a substance (such as manure or a special chemical) that is added to soil to help the growth of plants (‫;)سماد‬

 rainforest - a tropical forest that receives a lot of rain and that has very tall trees  chemicals - substances obtained by a chemical process or producing a chemical effect  sustainable agriculture - is the act of farming based on an understanding of ecosystem services, the study of relationships between organisms and their environment  adverse environmental effects - abnormal, harmful, or undesirable impact on environment  climate change mitigation - consists of actions to limit the magnitude or rate of long-term climate change  emissions - substances discharged into the air (as by a smokestack or an automobile engine)  exhaust fumes - gases ejected from an engine as waste products  to conserve energy - use energy carefully in order to prevent loss or waste  toxic – containing poisonous substances  to recycle - to send (used newspapers, bottles, cans, etc.) to a place where they are made into something new  the 3 Rs concept: reducing, reusing, recycling