Summary of Master IELTS Band 9 Essays with These 65 POWERFUL Words!
Summary of "Master IELTS Band 9 Essays with These 65 POWERFUL Words!"
This video lesson introduces 65 essential words and phrases designed to enhance IELTS writing skills, particularly to help candidates achieve a Band 9 score. Mastering these vocabulary items enables candidates to express ideas precisely, develop sophisticated arguments, improve coherence and cohesion, and impress examiners in both Writing Task 1 and Task 2.
Main Ideas and Concepts
- Importance of Vocabulary: A strong vocabulary base is crucial for expressing ideas clearly and cohesively in IELTS essays.
- Application: The words and phrases help present complex ideas fluently and improve writing scores.
- Structure: Each word/phrase is explained with its meaning and example sentences relevant to common IELTS essay topics.
- Quiz: A short quiz at the end tests understanding and retention of the vocabulary.
Detailed List of Vocabulary with Meanings and Examples
- Nowadays – Used for introductions
Example: Nowadays, remote work is becoming popular. - In spite of – To contrast two ideas
Example: In spite of rising tuition fees, many students pursue higher education. - For instance – To give examples
Example: Many companies value communication skills; for instance, team collaboration is crucial. - Due to – To express cause
Example: Due to climate change, extreme weather is more frequent. - By contrast – To introduce contrasting points
Example: Private universities charge high fees; by contrast, public ones are affordable. - As a result of – Cause and effect
Example: As a result of automation, many factory jobs disappeared. - Ensure – Formal for “make sure”
Example: Governments must ensure equal access to education. - Enable – To make possible
Example: Scholarships enable disadvantaged students to attend university. - Hence – To link ideas concisely
Example: The economy is struggling; hence, new policies were introduced. - Lack – Not having enough
Example: Many rural areas lack quality healthcare. - Appreciable – Noticeable
Example: There was an appreciable increase in enrollment. - Negligible – Insignificant
Example: The policy’s impact was negligible. - Postpone – To delay
Example: The meeting was postponed due to weather. - However – To contrast points
Example: The AI was well received; however, concerns remain. - Because / Because of – To explain reasons
Example: The concert was cancelled because of heavy rain. - Significant – Important or large
Example: Pollution levels increased significantly. - Maintain – To keep or argue
Example: He maintains that digital learning is the future. - Increase / Decline – To rise or fall
Example: Online shopping increased; birth rates declined. - Substantial – Considerable
Example: Housing prices rose substantially. - Illustrate – To explain with examples
Example: The graph illustrates employment trends. - Paramount – Of utmost importance
Example: Education is of paramount importance. - Invaluable – Extremely useful
Example: Work experience is invaluable. - Deteriorate – To worsen
Example: Air quality has deteriorated. - Abundant – Plentiful
Example: Solar energy is abundant. - Facilitate – To make easier
Example: Online platforms facilitate communication. - Alleviate – To reduce
Example: New laws aim to alleviate poverty. - Widespread – Common
Example: Internet access is widespread. - Profound – Deep or significant
Example: The pandemic had a profound impact. - Justify – To provide reasons
Example: Governments must justify spending. - Compulsory – Mandatory
Example: Wearing seat belts is compulsory. - Inevitable – Certain to happen
Example: Climate change is inevitable. - Considerable – Large or significant
Example: Test scores improved considerably. - Adapt – To adjust
Example: Students must adapt to teaching styles. - Advocate – To support or argue for
Example: Experts advocate increased education funding. - Attribute – To explain cause
Example: He attributes success to hard work. - Challenge – Difficulty or obstacle
Example: Climate change is a major challenge. - Crucial – Very important
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