Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

n. active resistance; condition of being an opposing principle, force, or factor

a. opposite to the northern or arctic pole; relating to the southern pole or to the region near it

n. metallic apparatus for sending or receiving electromagnetic waves

n. book of literary selections by various authors

n. word of opposite meaning; counter term

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

a. offering or expressing an apology or excuse; serving as or containing a formal justification or defense

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

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

v. attach; add as supplement or appendix

n. durable goods for home or office use; device or instrument for household use

n. candidate

n. assessment; evaluation; the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth

a. considerable; perceptible

n. works for an expert to learn a trade; beginner; learner

v. approach; come near

a. likely; exactly suitable; appropriate; quick to learn or understand

a. consisting of, relating to, or being in water

a. randomly chosen; determined by chance or impulse, and not by reason or principle

a. no longer current or applicable; antiquated