Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

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ad. by surprise; behind; in the rear

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v. applaud; announce with great approval

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a. adjoining; neighboring; close to; lying near

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ad. amid; in the middle of; among

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v. resolve anything complex into its elements; separate into parts for purpose of examination of each separately

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n. word of opposite meaning; counter term

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n. highest point; the vertex; usually pointed end of an object; the tip

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n. a group of parts that work together to perform given function; appliance or device for particular purpose

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v. bring peace, quiet, or calm to; satisfy or relieve

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n. defensive covering, as of metal, wood, or leather, worn to protect the body against weapons