BEST VOCABULARY WORDS FOR IELTS – 362

Agile – able to move quickly and easily. Sentence – Dogs are surprisingly agile

Amiss – not quite right Sentence – Don’t take my criticisms amiss

Antics – foolish, outrageous, or amusing behaviour.

Sentence – Her antics brought a smile to my face.

Apathy – lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Sentence – He was sunk in apathy after his failure.

Awry – away from the usual or expected course

Sentence – Our plans went awry.

Avid – having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something.

Sentence – He took an avid interest in the project.

Banter – the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.

Sentence – Don’t banter her out of her temper.

Citadel – a fortress, typically one on high ground above a city

Sentence – The U.S. is often seen as the citadel of capitalism.

Clad – clothed

Sentence – She was clad in blue velvet.

Deplore – feel or express strong disapproval of (something)

Sentence – This expense has depleted our funds.

Dub – give an unofficial name or nickname to.

Sentence – May I dub for the puppet in my voice?