Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

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n. shortening something by omitting parts of it


Spelling Word: abbreviation
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n. state of being ambiguous; doubtfulness or uncertainty


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


Spelling Word: analyse
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v. apply oil, ointment, or a similar substance to; choose by or as if by divine intervention


Spelling Word: anoint
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a. demanding great effort or labor; difficult


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


Spelling Word: armour
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n. person to pilot, navigate, or as a crew member of spacecraft


Spelling Word: astronaut
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n. person who is present and participates in a meeting


Spelling Word: attendee
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a. perceptible; heard or perceptible by the ear


Spelling Word: audible
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n. design, development, and production of aircraft


Spelling Word: aviation