IELTS VOCABULARY

Grit: Courage and resolve; strength of character.

Sentence: The young boy’s grit kept him grounded during the two days he was lost in the forest.

Plaque: A sticky substance containing microorganisms that grow on the surface of teeth

Sentence: It is important to remove plaque from the teeth thoroughly twice a day

Daring: to be bold, adventurous, and a little nervy

Sentence: His daring rescue saved the lives of the youngsters.

Flood: An overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.

Example: The town was evacuated due to the severe flood caused by heavy rain.

Lightening: A sudden and powerful electrical discharge in the atmosphere, often accompanied by thunder.

Example: The tree was struck by lightning during the storm and caught fire.

Drought: A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, resulting in a shortage of water.

Example: The crops withered and died due to the severe drought.

Avalanche: A sudden and rapid flow of snow down a steep slope.

Example: The skiers were caught in an avalanche while skiing on the mountain.

Anesthesia: A medication injected to help lessen the pain and discomfort during a dental procedure

Sentence: The patient was given an injection to induce anesthesia