8 Band Vocabulary

5/8/20242 min read

OUT OF THE 4 BAND SCORING CRITERIAS, 1 IS LEXICAL RESOURCES. How important is it to understand 'lexical resource' in IELTS Writing and Speaking tests?

Lexical resource is about how flexibly and fluently you can find the right words and phrases to convey precise meanings.

(Lexical Resource is an important element in both the IELTS Speaking and Writing tests as it makes up 25% of your total score). The more you improve in this area, the better your chance of securing a high band score.

Highly Useful Vocabulary on most common IELTS TOPICS

Highly Useful Vocabulary on most common IELTS TOPICS

Personality

Negative traits

Aggressive

Argumentative

Domineering

Inconsiderate

Loner/Lone-wolf

Manipulative

Rude

Positive traits

Active

Amiable

Ambitious

Altruistic

Cautious

Charismatic

Compassionate

Considerate

Creative

Diligent

Enthusiastic

Extrovert

Faithful

Gregarious

Hard-working

Impartial

Introvert

Logical

Organized

Persuasive

Perfectionist

Pleasant

Precise

Reserved

Respectful

Self-assured

Sensitive

Shy

Sociable

Talkative

Family and Relationship

Children

Minors

Juniors

Young ones

Little ones

Teenager

Adolescent

Juvenile

Youngster

Youth

Teen

Young adults

Adult

Grown-up

Mature person

Old

Elderly

Old-aged

Aged

Seniors

Family

Household

Domestic

Immediate family

Extended family

Nuclear family

Dependent

Sibling

Upbringing

Formative years

Foster

Adoption

Kin

Ancestry

Lineage

Parentage

Dysfunctional family

Spoiled child

Emotional security

Drift apart

Healthy relationship

Health

Physical health

Mental health

Well-being/Fitness

Healthcare

Public health

State of mind

Peace of mind

Diagnose/Analyze/Analysis

Examination

Medical practitioner/Doctor

Paramedical

Pharmacy

Medication/Prescription

Dosage

Health problems

Disease/Illness/Ailment

Chronic

Acute

Severe/Intense

Epidemic

Pandemic

Fever

Heart disease

Neurology

Obesity/Overweight

Extreme weight gain

Anxiety/Depression

Eye sight

Eye strain

Visual impairment

Optical

Aging

Premature death

Substance abuse

Workaholic/ Overwork

Wrong posture

Screen-time

Prevention

Cure

Immune

Diagnose

Vaccine

Check-up

Surgery

Alleviate

Longevity/Life span/Life expectancy

Food

Eatable/Edible

Meal

Main course

Starter

Dessert

Appetizer

Drink/Beverage

Alcoholic drink

Vegetarian

Non-vegetarian

Meat

Vegan

Nourishment

Nutrition

Nutrients

Malnutrition

Healthy food/Nutritious food

Adulteration

Fast food/Junk food

Packed food

Canned food/eatables

Frozen food

Boil

Bake

Fry-Stir fry-Deep fry

Steam

Sweet

Salty

Sour

Bland

Bitter

Delicious/Tasty

Relish

Hunger/Starvation

Organic food

disease reduction

Farm grown/home grown

Over-consumption

Agribusiness

Highly Useful Vocabulary on most common IELTS TOPICS

Immigration and employment

Refugee group

Increased movement/migration

Developing world

Western countries

Public opinion

Middle-income countries

Multicultural society

Global situation

International community

Equal pay and employment

Gender equality

Equal pay

Balancing responsibilities

Empower women

Male entitlement

Patriarchal society

Equally beneficial

Migration /Foreign Studies

Migration

Immigration

Emigration

Migrants

Moving

Home country

Native

Foreign country

Overseas

Cultural shock

Cultural exchange

Cultural tolerance

Language barrier

Discrimination

Racial discrimination

Homesick/Homesickness

Native speaker

Mother tongue

Primary language

First language

Secondary language

Foreign tongue

Employment and highly skilled work

Highly skilled

Qualified graduates

Job requirements

Company policies

Internship experience

Job field

Corporate world

Unemployment problem

Uniform

Uniform

Dress code

Costume

Clothes

Attire

Getup

Safety precautions

Equality

Discrimination

Distinction

Monotony

Hierarchy

Advertisement

Brand recognition

Impression

Education

Qualification

Literacy

Gap year

Kindergarten

Post-graduate school

Assignment

College

Principal

Lecture

Student loan

Thesis

Intensive course

Curriculum

Vocational course

Graduate

Professor

Pedagogy

Tuition

Distance learning course

Environment

Climate change

Land degradation

Fossil fuels

Global warming/Greenhouse effect Natural disaster

Acid rain Endangered species

Natural environment/habitat

Paper recycling

Resource depletion

Marine pollution Greenhouse effect

Man-made disaster Overpopulation

Toxic waste

Wildlife conservation

Bio-diversity Decarbonization

Climate crisis

Energy efficient

Media and Advertisement

Multimedia

Mass Media

Media

Broadcast

Telecast

Print media

Mass media

Reporters

Journalists

Advert

Advertisement

Blog

Editorial

Column

Sensational

Fake news

Fabricated news

Offensive news

Brand awareness

Brand loyalty

Brand recognition

Celebrity endorsement

Commercial

Product launch

Press release

Prime time

Target audience

Word-of-mouth

Investigative journalism

Yellow journalism

Tabloids

Technology

Techniques

Computer

Laptop

Smartphone

Indispensable

Revolutionize

Innovation

Breakthrough

Cutting edge technology

Emerging technology

Internet

Internet-based

Internet-enabled

Online

Wireless

Network

Electronic

Website

Web pages

Computer literate

Digital world

Social media

E-commerce

E-transfer

Download

Virtual meetings

Virtual classrooms

Authorization

Authentication

Cybercrime

Hacking

Intruder

Identity theft

Crime and Punishment

Criminal/Offender

Wrongdoer/Lawbreaker

Culprit

Delinquent

Re-offender

Victim/Sufferer

Penalty/Punishment

Penalize

Verdict

Judgement

Conviction

Jail/Cell/Prison

Lockup/Imprisonment/Confinement

False imprisonment

Shoplifting

Theft/Robbery/burglary

Kidnap/Abduction

Arson

Murder

Pick-pocketing

Rehabilitation/Reformation

Physical punishment /Corporal punishment

Non-corporal punishment

Execution/Legalized killing

Capital punishment/Death sentence

Vengeance/Retaliation

Highly Useful Vocabulary on most common IELTS TOPICS

Highly Useful Vocabulary on most common IELTS TOPICS

History

Earlier times

Historical

Ancient

Bygone era

Art and craft

Artifacts

Antique

Antiquities

Monuments

Sculptures

Scriptures

Mythology

Ancestors

Rulers

Kingdoms

Freedom fighters

Evolution

Design

architecture

Architectural design

Preservation

Extinct

Vanish

Lost

Destruction

Demolish

Renovation

Protection

Restoration

Accommodation

Home

House

Independent house

Apartment

Flat

Shared apartment building

High-rise building

Sky-rocketing building

High-riser

building

Residence

Resident

Dweller

House-owner

Rental

Rented accommodation

Tenant

Landlord

Shelter

SPORT

Marathon

Injury

Olympic event

Sprinters

Natural advantage

Performance enhancing

Competitive sports

Ultra-endurance

Financial incentives

Athletic performance

Energy-efficient

Changing genes

Tearing tendons

Human health

Controversial issue

GLOBALIZATION

(Surging) Income inequality

Privatization

Super rich

Economy

Plutocrat

Capitalism

Technology

Taxes

Unemployment

Income distribution

Income re-distribution

Global plutocracy

Industrial revolution

Medium class

Multinational companies

Crony capitalism

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