To excel in the IELTS exam, a strong vocabulary is crucial. We’ve compiled 1339 key English words and their synonyms to help you achieve a score of 7 or higher. This guide will enhance your ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in all sections of the test.
Number | Word | Synonyms |
1 | abandon | desert, forsake |
2 | ability | capacity,capability |
3 | abolish | eradicate,eliminate |
4 | abundant | plentiful, ample |
5 | accept | receive,admit |
6 | access | approach,entrance |
7 | accomplish | achieve,complete |
8 | accumulate | amass,gather |
9 | accurate | precise, exact |
10 | accuse | charge,blame |
11 | achieve | accomplish, attain |
12 | acknowledge | admit,recognize |
13 | acquire | obtain, gain |
14 | adapt | adjust, modify |
15 | adequate | sufficient, enough |
16 | adjacent | neighboring,adjoining |
17 | adjust | adapt,modify |
18 | admire | respect,appreciate |
19 | admit | confess,acknowledge |
20 | adopt | embrace,accept |
21 | advantageous | beneficial,favorable |
22 | adversely | negatively,unfavorably |
23 | advocate | support, recommend |
24 | affect | influence, impact |
25 | affirm | confirm,assert |
26 | affluent | wealthy,rich |
27 | aggravate | worsen,exacerbate |
28 | aggregate | total,combined |
29 | aggressive | hostile, assertive |
30 | agile | nimble,quick |
31 | aid | help,assist |
32 | allocate | assign,distribute |
33 | allow | permit,enable |
34 | alter | change,modify |
35 | alternative | option,choice |
36 | ambitious | aspiring, driven |
37 | amend | revise,modify |
38 | ample | abundant,plentiful |
39 | analyze | examine, scrutinize |
40 | ancient | old, antique |
41 | annoy | irritate,bother |
42 | annual | yearly, year-long |
43 | anticipate | expect, predict |
44 | anxiety | worry, concern |
45 | apparent | evident, obvious |
46 | appeal | attract,charm |
47 | appear | seem,emerge |
48 | applaud | praise,approve |
49 | apply | implement,utilize |
50 | appoint | assign,designate |
51 | appreciate | value, recognize |
52 | approach | method,technique |
53 | appropriate | suitable,fitting |
54 | approve | endorse, accept |
55 | approximate | estimate,roughly |
56 | arbitrary | random, capricious |
57 | arduous | difficult,strenuous |
58 | argue | debate,dispute |
59 | arise | emerge,occur |
60 | arrange | organize,plan |
61 | arrest | detain,apprehend |
62 | arrive | reach,come |
63 | arrogant | haughty,conceited |
64 | articulate | express,pronounce |
65 | artificial | synthetic,man-made |
66 | ascend | rise,climb |
67 | ask | inquire,question |
68 | aspect | feature,facet |
69 | assemble | gather,convene |
70 | assert | state,declare |
71 | assess | evaluate, judge |
72 | assign | allocate, allot |
73 | assist | help,aid |
74 | assume | presume, suppose |
75 | assure | guarantee,promise |
76 | astonish | amaze,surprise |
77 | attach | join,fasten |
78 | attain | achieve, accomplish |
79 | attempt | try,endeavor |
80 | attend | participate,bepresent |
81 | attitude | viewpoint,stance |
82 | attract | appeal,allure |
83 | attribute | ascribe, credit |
84 | authentic | genuine,real |
85 | authorize | approve,sanction |
86 | automatic | automated,mechanical |
87 | available | accessible,obtainable |
88 | average | typical,normal |
89 | avoid | evade,elude |
90 | aware | conscious, informed |
91 | awful | terrible,dreadful |
92 | awkward | clumsy,uncomfortable |
93 | balance | equilibrium,stability |
94 | ban | prohibit,forbid |
95 | basic | fundamental,essential |
96 | bear | endure,tolerate |
97 | behave | act,conduct |
98 | belief | conviction,faith |
99 | beneficial | advantageous,helpful |
100 | benefit | advantage, gain |
101 | bias | prejudice, inclination |
102 | blame | accuse,condemn |
103 | boost | increase,enhance |
104 | bother | disturb,annoy |
105 | brief | short,concise |
106 | brilliant | bright,intelligent |
107 | broad | wide,extensive |
108 | brutal | cruel,savage |
109 | budget | allocate,plan |
110 | build | construct,establish |
111 | bulk | majority,mass |
112 | burden | load,weight |
113 | calculate | compute, estimate |
114 | calm | peaceful,tranquil |
115 | capable | competent, skilled |
116 | capacity | ability, capability |
117 | capture | catch,seize |
118 | care | concern,attention |
119 | careful | cautious,prudent |
120 | carry | transport,convey |
121 | case | instance,example |
122 | category | class, group |
123 | cause | reason,origin |
124 | caution | care, warning |
125 | cease | stop,end |
126 | celebrate | commemorate,honor |
127 | central | main,principal |
128 | certain | sure,definite |
129 | challenge | dare, confront |
130 | chance | opportunity,possibility |
131 | change | alter,modify |
132 | characteristic | trait, feature |
133 | charge | accuse,blame |
134 | charm | attract,captivate |
135 | cheap | inexpensive,affordable |
136 | check | examine,verify |
137 | choose | select,pick |
138 | chronological | sequential, temporal |
139 | circumstance | situation,condition |
140 | cite | quote,mention |
141 | claim | assert,declare |
142 | clarify | explain,elucidate |
143 | class | category,group |
144 | clear | obvious,apparent |
145 | clever | intelligent,smart |
146 | close | near,adjacent |
147 | coherent | logical, consistent |
148 | collaborate | cooperate,worktogether |
149 | collapse | fall, crumble |
150 | colleague | associate, co-worker |
151 | collect | gather,accumulate |
152 | combine | merge,unite |
153 | comfort | console,soothe |
154 | command | order,direct |
155 | comment | remark,observation |
156 | commit | dedicate,pledge |
157 | commitment | pledge, dedication |
158 | common | usual,frequent |
159 | communicate | convey,transmit |
160 | community | society,neighborhood |
161 | compare | contrast,liken |
162 | compatible | harmonious, consistent |
163 | compel | force, coerce |
164 | compensate | reimburse, repay |
165 | compete | contest, rival |
166 | compile | collect, assemble |
167 | complete | finish,accomplish |
168 | complex | complicated, intricate |
169 | comply | obey,conform |
170 | component | part,element |
171 | compose | create,constitute |
172 | comprehensive | complete, thorough |
173 | comprise | consistof,include |
174 | compulsory | mandatory,required |
175 | conceive | imagine,thinkup |
176 | concentrate | focus,center |
177 | concept | idea,notion |
178 | concern | worry,interest |
179 | conclude | end,finish |
180 | condition | state,circumstance |
181 | conduct | behavior,manner |
182 | confine | restrict,limit |
183 | confirm | verify, validate |
184 | conflict | clash,disagreement |
185 | conform | comply, follow |
186 | confront | face,challenge |
187 | confuse | perplex,bewilder |
188 | connect | link,join |
189 | consequence | result, outcome |
190 | considerable | substantial,significant |
191 | consist | comprise,becomposedof |
192 | consistent | steady, constant |
193 | constant | continuous,persistent |
194 | construct | build, erect |
195 | consult | seek advice, confer |
196 | consume | use up, devour |
197 | contain | include, hold |
198 | contemplate | consider,ponder |
199 | contemporary | modern, current |
200 | contend | argue,claim |
201 | content | satisfied,pleased |
202 | contest | compete,challenge |
203 | continue | proceed,persist |
204 | contract | agreement,deal |
205 | contradict | deny,oppose |
206 | contrary | opposite, opposed |
207 | contrast | compare,differentiate |
208 | contribute | donate, give |
209 | control | manage,regulate |
210 | controversial | debatable, contentious |
211 | controversy | dispute,debate |
212 | convenient | handy, accessible |
213 | conventional | traditional, orthodox |
214 | convert | transform, change |
215 | convince | persuade, assure |
216 | cooperate | collaborate,assist |
217 | cooperation | collaboration, help |
218 | coordinate | organize,arrange |
219 | cope | manage,dealwith |
220 | core | center, heart |
221 | correct | accurate,right |
222 | correlate | connect, link |
223 | correspond | match,agree |
224 | corrupt | dishonest, immoral |
225 | costly | expensive,pricey |
226 | count | calculate,enumerate |
227 | counterpart | equivalent, peer |
228 | courage | bravery,valor |
229 | create | make, generate |
230 | credible | believable,trustworthy |
231 | crisis | emergency, disaster |
232 | critical | crucial,vital |
233 | crucial | critical, essential |
234 | cultivate | grow, develop |
235 | culture | customs,wayoflife |
236 | curious | inquisitive, interested |
237 | current | present,ongoing |
238 | customary | usual,traditional |
239 | damage | harm,injure |
240 | danger | risk,peril |
241 | deal | handle,cope |
242 | debate | argue,discuss |
243 | decade | ten years, decennium |
244 | decay | rot,decompose |
245 | deceive | mislead,trick |
246 | decide | determine,resolve |
247 | decline | decrease, deteriorate |
248 | decrease | reduce,lessen |
249 | dedicate | devote, commit |
250 | deep | profound,intense |
251 | defeat | beat,overcome |
252 | defect | flaw,imperfection |
253 | defend | protect, guard |
254 | define | describe, determine |
255 | definite | certain, clear |
256 | delay | postpone,defer |
257 | deliberate | intentional,planned |
258 | delicate | fragile,subtle |
259 | deliver | provide,distribute |
260 | demand | require,insist |
261 | demonstrate | show, display |
262 | deny | reject, refuse |
263 | depend | rely,counton |
264 | depict | portray, describe |
265 | deploy | use,utilize |
266 | deprive | strip, dispossess |
267 | derive | obtain, extract |
268 | describe | explain,illustrate |
269 | designate | appoint,name |
270 | desirable | attractive, preferable |
271 | desire | want,wish |
272 | destroy | ruin,demolish |
273 | detail | particular,specifics |
274 | detect | discover, identify |
275 | deter | discourage, prevent |
276 | determine | decide, resolve |
277 | develop | grow,evolve |
278 | devote | dedicate, commit |
279 | differ | vary,disagree |
280 | differentiate | distinguish, discern |
281 | difficult | hard,challenging |
282 | diminish | decrease, reduce |
283 | direct | guide,instruct |
284 | disappear | vanish,fade |
285 | disclose | reveal,divulge |
286 | discourage | deter,dishearten |
287 | discover | find,uncover |
288 | discriminate | differentiate, distinguish |
289 | discuss | talkabout,confer |
290 | disgust | repel,sicken |
291 | dismiss | reject,discharge |
292 | displace | replace, remove |
293 | display | show,exhibit |
294 | dispose | getridof,discard |
295 | dispute | argue,debate |
296 | distinct | different, separate |
297 | distinguish | differentiate,discern |
298 | distort | twist,misrepresent |
299 | distribute | allocate, disperse |
300 | diverse | varied, different |
301 | divide | separate,split |
302 | document | record,file |
303 | dominate | control, rule |
304 | doubt | question,uncertainty |
305 | dramatic | impressive,striking |
306 | drastic | extreme,severe |
307 | draw | attract,pull |
308 | durable | lasting,sturdy |
309 | duration | period,lengthoftime |
310 | dynamic | energetic, vibrant |
311 | eager | keen,enthusiastic |
312 | economical | thrifty,efficient |
313 | economy | financial system, budget |
314 | educate | teach, instruct |
315 | effect | result,consequence |
316 | efficient | effective, productive |
317 | elaborate | detailed, complex |
318 | element | component, part |
319 | eliminate | remove, eradicate |
320 | embarrass | humiliate,shame |
321 | emerge | appear, surface |
322 | emphasis | stress, importance |
323 | emphasize | stress,highlight |
324 | employ | use,utilize |
325 | enable | allow, permit |
326 | encounter | meet, face |
327 | encourage | motivate,inspire |
328 | endure | tolerate,withstand |
329 | enforce | implement,impose |
330 | enhance | improve, boost |
331 | enormous | huge,immense |
332 | ensure | guarantee, secure |
333 | entertain | amuse,divert |
334 | enthusiasm | eagerness,passion |
335 | entire | whole,complete |
336 | environment | surroundings, habitat |
337 | equal | equivalent,identical |
338 | equip | furnish,provide |
339 | equivalent | equal, same |
340 | erode | wearaway,corrode |
341 | essential | necessary,crucial |
342 | establish | set up, found |
343 | estimate | approximate, judge |
344 | evaluate | assess, appraise |
345 | evidence | proof, testimony |
346 | evident | obvious,apparent |
347 | evolve | develop, progress |
348 | exaggerate | overstate,magnify |
349 | examine | inspect,investigate |
350 | exceed | surpass, outdo |
351 | excellent | outstanding,superb |
352 | excessive | overmuch, extreme |
353 | exclude | omit, leave out |
354 | excuse | pardon,forgive |
355 | execute | carryout,implement |
356 | exempt | freefrom,immune |
357 | exhaust | deplete,drain |
358 | exhibit | show, display |
359 | expand | extend, increase |
360 | expect | anticipate, predict |
361 | experience | undergo,encounter |
362 | expert | specialist,professional |
363 | expire | end, terminate |
364 | explain | clarify,elucidate |
365 | explicit | clear,specific |
366 | exploit | utilize, take advantage of |
367 | explore | investigate, examine |
368 | expose | reveal, uncover |
369 | express | convey,communicate |
370 | extend | lengthen, prolong |
371 | extensive | large, comprehensive |
372 | external | outside, outer |
373 | extract | remove, obtain |
374 | extraordinary | remarkable,exceptional |
375 | extreme | severe,intense |
376 | facilitate | ease, assist |
377 | factor | element, component |
378 | fail | fallshort,disappoint |
379 | fair | just,impartial |
380 | familiar | acquainted,accustomed |
381 | famous | well-known,renowned |
382 | fascinate | captivate,enthrall |
383 | fatal | deadly,lethal |
384 | favorable | positive,advantageous |
385 | fear | dread,apprehension |
386 | feasible | possible,viable |
387 | feature | characteristic, trait |
388 | federal | national, central |
389 | feeble | weak,frail |
390 | fertile | productive,fruitful |
391 | fierce | intense,violent |
392 | figure | number, statistic |
393 | final | last,ultimate |
394 | finance | fund,support |
395 | find | discover,locate |
396 | firm | solid,stable |
397 | fit | suitable,appropriate |
398 | fix | repair,mend |
399 | flexible | pliant, adaptable |
400 | flourish | thrive,prosper |
401 | fluctuate | vary, change |
402 | focus | concentrate, emphasize |
403 | forbid | prohibit,ban |
404 | force | compel,coerce |
405 | forecast | predict, foresee |
406 | foreign | alien,exotic |
407 | foresee | predict,anticipate |
408 | forge | create,fabricate |
409 | form | shape,create |
410 | formal | official,conventional |
411 | former | previous,prior |
412 | formulate | devise,develop |
413 | foster | nurture,promote |
414 | found | establish,setup |
415 | foundation | basis, groundwork |
416 | fragile | delicate,brittle |
417 | framework | structure, outline |
418 | frank | honest,direct |
419 | frequent | common,regular |
420 | fresh | new,recent |
421 | fulfill | achieve,accomplish |
422 | function | purpose, role |
423 | fundamental | basic, essential |
424 | furious | angry,enraged |
425 | furnish | provide,supply |
426 | further | additional,more |
427 | gain | acquire,obtain |
428 | generate | produce, create |
429 | generous | kind,magnanimous |
430 | genuine | authentic,real |
431 | giant | huge,enormous |
432 | gift | present,talent |
433 | glance | glimpse,look |
434 | global | worldwide, international |
435 | goal | aim,objective |
436 | govern | rule,control |
437 | gradual | progressive, slow |
438 | grand | magnificent,splendid |
439 | grant | give, bestow |
440 | grasp | understand,comprehend |
441 | grateful | thankful,appreciative |
442 | great | excellent,wonderful |
443 | greed | avarice,cupidity |
444 | grieve | mourn,lament |
445 | gross | total,entire |
446 | guarantee | assure, ensure |
447 | guide | direct,lead |
448 | guilty | culpable,blameworthy |
449 | habit | custom,practice |
450 | habitat | home, environment |
451 | halt | stop,cease |
452 | hamper | hinder,impede |
453 | handle | manage,dealwith |
454 | handy | convenient,useful |
455 | harass | bother,pester |
456 | harm | damage,injure |
457 | harsh | severe,strict |
458 | harvest | reap,gather |
459 | hasty | rushed,hurried |
460 | hate | detest,loathe |
461 | hazard | danger,risk |
462 | heal | cure,recover |
463 | healthy | fit,well |
464 | hear | listen,perceive |
465 | heat | warmth,temperature |
466 | heavy | weighty,massive |
467 | heighten | intensify,increase |
468 | help | assist,aid |
469 | hesitate | pause,waver |
470 | hide | conceal,cover |
471 | highlight | emphasize, stress |
472 | hinder | impede,obstruct |
473 | hint | suggest,imply |
474 | hire | employ,recruit |
475 | hit | strike,impact |
476 | hold | keep,retain |
477 | honest | truthful,sincere |
478 | honor | respect,esteem |
479 | hope | expect,wish |
480 | hopeful | optimistic,confident |
481 | horrible | terrible,dreadful |
482 | host | accommodate,entertain |
483 | hostile | unfriendly,antagonistic |
484 | huge | enormous,immense |
485 | humble | modest,unpretentious |
486 | hurt | injure,harm |
487 | hypothesis | theory, assumption |
488 | idea | concept,notion |
489 | ideal | perfect,model |
490 | identify | recognize, determine |
491 | idle | inactive,lazy |
492 | ignore | disregard,overlook |
493 | illegal | unlawful,illicit |
494 | illuminate | lightup,clarify |
495 | illustrate | explain, show |
496 | imagine | visualize,conceive |
497 | imitate | copy,mimic |
498 | immediate | instant,prompt |
499 | immense | huge,enormous |
500 | impact | influence, effect |
501 | impair | damage,weaken |
502 | impartial | fair,unbiased |
503 | implement | carry out, execute |
504 | implicate | involve,incriminate |
505 | imply | suggest, indicate |
506 | import | bringin,introduce |
507 | important | significant, crucial |
508 | impose | enforce,inflict |
509 | improve | enhance, boost |
510 | inability | incapacity,incompetence |
511 | incidence | occurrence,frequency |
512 | incline | tend,lean |
513 | include | contain, involve |
514 | income | revenue,earnings |
515 | increase | grow,rise |
516 | incredible | unbelievable,amazing |
517 | indicate | show, demonstrate |
518 | indifferent | apathetic,uninterested |
519 | indigenous | native,aboriginal |
520 | individual | single, person |
521 | induce | cause, bring about |
522 | inevitable | unavoidable,certain |
523 | infect | contaminate,taint |
524 | infer | deduce,conclude |
525 | influence | affect, impact |
526 | inform | notify, tell |
527 | infrastructure | foundation, base |
528 | inherent | intrinsic,innate |
529 | inhibit | prevent, restrain |
530 | initial | first, primary |
531 | initiate | begin, start |
532 | injure | hurt,harm |
533 | innovate | create, invent |
534 | inquire | ask,investigate |
535 | insight | perception, understanding |
536 | insist | persist,maintain |
537 | inspect | examine, check |
538 | inspire | motivate,encourage |
539 | install | setup,fit |
540 | instance | example, case |
541 | instant | immediate,momentary |
542 | instruct | teach,direct |
543 | integral | essential,fundamental |
544 | integrate | combine, merge |
545 | intend | plan,mean |
546 | intense | strong, extreme |
547 | interact | communicate, engage |
548 | interest | fascinate,concern |
549 | interfere | intervene,meddle |
550 | interpret | explain, understand |
551 | interrupt | disturb,halt |
552 | intervene | interfere, mediate |
553 | intimate | close,personal |
554 | intrinsic | inherent, innate |
555 | introduce | present,initiate |
556 | invade | intrude,encroach |
557 | invent | create,devise |
558 | investigate | examine, study |
559 | invite | ask,request |
560 | involve | include, engage |
561 | irritate | annoy,provoke |
562 | isolate | separate, segregate |
563 | issue | problem, matter |
564 | join | connect,unite |
565 | judge | evaluate,assess |
566 | justify | explain, defend |
567 | keen | eager,enthusiastic |
568 | key | crucial,essential |
569 | kind | type,sort |
570 | knowledgeable | informed,educated |
571 | label | tag, mark |
572 | lack | shortage, deficiency |
573 | large | big,substantial |
574 | last | final,ultimate |
575 | latter | later,second |
576 | launch | start, begin |
577 | layer | stratum, tier |
578 | lazy | idle,indolent |
579 | lead | guide,direct |
580 | leak | seep,escape |
581 | lean | thin,slim |
582 | learn | study,acquireknowledge |
583 | legal | lawful,legitimate |
584 | legislate | enact, pass laws |
585 | leisure | free time, recreation |
586 | lend | loan,provide |
587 | lengthen | extend,prolong |
588 | lessen | reduce,decrease |
589 | level | standard,degree |
590 | liable | responsible,accountable |
591 | liberal | open-minded, progressive |
592 | liberate | free,release |
593 | lift | raise,elevate |
594 | likely | probable,possible |
595 | limit | restrict,confine |
596 | link | connect, join |
597 | list | catalog,itemize |
598 | little | small,tiny |
599 | live | reside,dwell |
600 | lively | energetic,vivacious |
601 | load | burden,cargo |
602 | loan | lend,advance |
603 | locate | find, discover |
604 | logical | rational,reasonable |
605 | long | extended,lengthy |
606 | look | appear,seem |
607 | loose | slack,relaxed |
608 | lose | misplace,forfeit |
609 | loud | noisy,thunderous |
610 | love | adore,cherish |
611 | loyal | faithful,devoted |
612 | lucky | fortunate,blessed |
613 | luxury | opulence,extravagance |
614 | maintain | preserve, keep |
615 | major | main, primary |
616 | make | create,produce |
617 | manage | handle, oversee |
618 | manipulate | control, influence |
619 | manufacture | produce, make |
620 | marine | nautical,maritime |
621 | mark | indicate,note |
622 | market | sell,promote |
623 | massive | huge,enormous |
624 | master | expert,proficient |
625 | material | substance,matter |
626 | mature | adult,developed |
627 | maximize | increase, enhance |
628 | maximum | highest,utmost |
629 | mean | intend,signify |
630 | measure | gauge,assess |
631 | mechanism | system, process |
632 | mediate | intervene, arbitrate |
633 | medieval | middleages,ancient |
634 | mediocre | average,ordinary |
635 | medium | means, method |
636 | meet | encounter,satisfy |
637 | melt | liquefy,dissolve |
638 | memorable | unforgettable,notable |
639 | mental | psychological, cognitive |
640 | mention | referto,cite |
641 | merge | combine,unite |
642 | method | way, procedure |
643 | migrate | move,relocate |
644 | mild | gentle,moderate |
645 | minimize | reduce, decrease |
646 | minor | insignificant,trivial |
647 | mislead | deceive,misguide |
648 | miss | overlook,fail |
649 | mix | blend,combine |
650 | moderate | reasonable,average |
651 | modern | contemporary,current |
652 | modify | change, alter |
653 | monitor | observe,supervise |
654 | moral | ethical,virtuous |
655 | motivate | inspire, encourage |
656 | motive | reason,incentive |
657 | move | shift,relocate |
658 | mutual | reciprocal, shared |
659 | mysterious | enigmatic,puzzling |
660 | naive | innocent,gullible |
661 | narrow | slim,confined |
662 | native | indigenous,local |
663 | natural | innate,inherent |
664 | nature | character,essence |
665 | navigate | steer, guide |
666 | near | close,adjacent |
667 | necessary | essential,vital |
668 | need | require,demand |
669 | negative | adverse,unfavorable |
670 | neglect | ignore, overlook |
671 | negotiate | bargain, discuss |
672 | neutral | unbiased, impartial |
673 | new | novel,recent |
674 | nice | pleasant,agreeable |
675 | noble | honorable,dignified |
676 | nominate | propose,suggest |
677 | normal | usual,typical |
678 | notable | significant,remarkable |
679 | note | observe,record |
680 | notice | observe,perceive |
681 | notion | idea, concept |
682 | nourish | nurture,feed |
683 | novel | new,original |
684 | nurture | foster, cultivate |
685 | obey | comply,follow |
686 | object | thing,item |
687 | objective | goal, aim |
688 | obligate | compel, require |
689 | oblige | compel,force |
690 | obscure | unclear,vague |
691 | observe | watch,notice |
692 | obsolete | outdated,antiquated |
693 | obstacle | barrier,hindrance |
694 | obtain | acquire, gain |
695 | obvious | clear, apparent |
696 | occasion | event,instance |
697 | occupy | take up, reside |
698 | occur | happen, take place |
699 | odd | strange,peculiar |
700 | offend | insult,affront |
701 | offer | propose,suggest |
702 | official | formal,authorized |
703 | offset | counteract, balance |
704 | omit | exclude,leaveout |
705 | ongoing | continuous, unceasing |
706 | operate | function,work |
707 | opinion | view,belief |
708 | oppose | resist,objectto |
709 | optimistic | hopeful,positive |
710 | option | choice, alternative |
711 | order | command,arrange |
712 | ordinary | common,usual |
713 | organize | arrange,coordinate |
714 | origin | source,beginning |
715 | ornament | decoration,adornment |
716 | outbreak | eruption,onset |
717 | outcome | result, consequence |
718 | outline | summary,sketch |
719 | output | production, yield |
720 | outstanding | excellent,exceptional |
721 | overall | total, entire |
722 | overcome | conquer, defeat |
723 | overlap | cover, coincide |
724 | overlook | ignore,disregard |
725 | overseas | abroad, international |
726 | oversee | supervise,monitor |
727 | overwhelm | overpower,inundate |
728 | owe | beindebted,beobliged |
729 | own | possess,have |
730 | pace | speed,rate |
731 | pain | suffering,discomfort |
732 | parallel | aligned, similar |
733 | parameter | limit, boundary |
734 | pardon | forgive,excuse |
735 | partial | incomplete,biased |
736 | participate | take part, join |
737 | particular | specific,special |
738 | passive | inactive, submissive |
739 | pattern | design,model |
740 | peak | summit,climax |
741 | peculiar | strange,odd |
742 | penalize | punish,sanction |
743 | perceive | notice, discern |
744 | perfect | flawless,ideal |
745 | perform | execute,carryout |
746 | permanent | lasting,enduring |
747 | permit | allow,authorize |
748 | persist | continue,persevere |
749 | persistent | continuous, relentless |
750 | perspective | viewpoint, outlook |
751 | persuade | convince,influence |
752 | phase | stage, period |
753 | phenomenon | occurrence, event |
754 | philosophy | belief, theory |
755 | physical | bodily, tangible |
756 | picture | image,photograph |
757 | piece | part,fragment |
758 | place | location,position |
759 | plain | clear,obvious |
760 | plan | scheme,design |
761 | plausible | credible,believable |
762 | pleasant | agreeable,enjoyable |
763 | plentiful | abundant,copious |
764 | plot | scheme,plan |
765 | point | indicate,direct |
766 | policy | strategy,plan |
767 | polite | courteous,respectful |
768 | popular | well-liked,famous |
769 | portion | part, segment |
770 | pose | present, create |
771 | position | place,location |
772 | positive | optimistic,certain |
773 | possess | own,have |
774 | possible | feasible,potential |
775 | postpone | delay,defer |
776 | potential | possible, likely |
777 | poverty | destitution,indigence |
778 | power | strength,ability |
779 | practical | useful,functional |
780 | practically | virtually, almost |
781 | practice | exercise,custom |
782 | praise | compliment,commend |
783 | precaution | safeguard,preventive |
784 | precede | comebefore,antecede |
785 | precious | valuable,cherished |
786 | precise | exact,accurate |
787 | predict | foresee, forecast |
788 | predominantly | mainly, chiefly |
789 | prefer | choose,favor |
790 | preliminary | initial, introductory |
791 | prepare | getready,arrange |
792 | prescribe | recommend,stipulate |
793 | present | current,existing |
794 | preserve | conserve,protect |
795 | pressure | stress,tension |
796 | prestige | status,reputation |
797 | presume | assume, suppose |
798 | prevent | stop,hinder |
799 | previous | earlier, former |
800 | price | cost,charge |
801 | primary | main, principal |
802 | principle | rule, belief |
803 | prior | earlier, previous |
804 | priority | precedence,preference |
805 | private | personal,confidential |
806 | probable | likely,possible |
807 | problem | issue,difficulty |
808 | procedure | process,method |
809 | proceed | continue, advance |
810 | process | procedure, operation |
811 | produce | create,generate |
812 | professional | expert,skilled |
813 | profit | gain,benefit |
814 | profound | deep,intense |
815 | progress | advance,development |
816 | prohibit | forbid, ban |
817 | project | plan, scheme |
818 | promote | encourage, advance |
819 | prompt | immediate,quick |
820 | proper | appropriate,correct |
821 | proportion | part, ratio |
822 | propose | suggest,recommend |
823 | prospect | outlook, expectation |
824 | prosper | flourish, thrive |
825 | protect | defend,safeguard |
826 | prove | demonstrate,verify |
827 | provide | supply,furnish |
828 | provoke | incite,irritate |
829 | publish | issue,release |
830 | purchase | buy, acquire |
831 | pure | clean,unadulterated |
832 | purpose | aim,intention |
833 | pursue | follow, chase |
834 | qualify | meet criteria, pass |
835 | quality | characteristic,attribute |
836 | question | query,inquire |
837 | quick | fast,rapid |
838 | quiet | silent,peaceful |
839 | quit | stop,resign |
840 | quote | cite,recite |
841 | radical | extreme, fundamental |
842 | raise | lift,elevate |
843 | random | arbitrary,haphazard |
844 | range | scope, extent |
845 | rank | position,status |
846 | rapid | fast, quick |
847 | rare | uncommon,scarce |
848 | rate | speed,pace |
849 | ratio | proportion, fraction |
850 | rational | logical, reasonable |
851 | reach | arriveat,attain |
852 | react | respond, act |
853 | real | genuine,authentic |
854 | reality | actuality, fact |
855 | realize | recognize, understand |
856 | reason | cause,motive |
857 | reasonable | sensible, rational |
858 | reassure | comfort, encourage |
859 | recall | remember,recollect |
860 | receive | get,accept |
861 | recent | new,current |
862 | recognize | identify,acknowledge |
863 | recommend | suggest, advise |
864 | record | document,register |
865 | recover | regain, restore |
866 | reduce | decrease,lessen |
867 | refer | allude,mention |
868 | refine | improve, perfect |
869 | reflect | mirror, show |
870 | reform | improve, change |
871 | refuse | reject,decline |
872 | refute | disprove, deny |
873 | regard | consider, view |
874 | regular | normal,usual |
875 | regulate | control, govern |
876 | reinforce | strengthen, support |
877 | reject | refuse, decline |
878 | relate | connect, link |
879 | relax | rest, unwind |
880 | release | free, let go |
881 | relevant | pertinent, applicable |
882 | reliable | dependable,trustworthy |
883 | relieve | alleviate,ease |
884 | reluctant | unwilling, hesitant |
885 | rely | depend, trust |
886 | remain | stay,continue |
887 | remark | comment,observe |
888 | remarkable | notable, extraordinary |
889 | remember | recall,recollect |
890 | remind | prompt,jogmemory |
891 | remote | distant,far |
892 | remove | eliminate, delete |
893 | render | make, cause |
894 | renew | restore, resume |
895 | repair | fix,mend |
896 | repeat | reiterate,duplicate |
897 | replace | substitute, exchange |
898 | reply | answer,respond |
899 | report | account,document |
900 | represent | symbolize,standfor |
901 | request | askfor,solicit |
902 | require | need, demand |
903 | rescue | save,deliver |
904 | research | study, investigate |
905 | resemble | looklike,besimilarto |
906 | reserve | book,setaside |
907 | reside | live, dwell |
908 | resist | oppose,withstand |
909 | resolve | decide, settle |
910 | resort | turnto,haverecourseto |
911 | resource | supply, source |
912 | respect | admire, honor |
913 | respond | reply, answer |
914 | responsible | accountable,liable |
915 | restore | return, repair |
916 | restrict | limit, constrain |
917 | result | outcome,consequence |
918 | retain | keep, maintain |
919 | retire | withdraw,retreat |
920 | reveal | show, disclose |
921 | revenge | vengeance,retaliation |
922 | reverse | invert, turn around |
923 | review | examine,assess |
924 | revise | review, amend |
925 | revive | resurrect,regenerate |
926 | revolution | rebellion, change |
927 | reward | prize,recompense |
928 | rich | wealthy,affluent |
929 | rid | free,clear |
930 | ridiculous | absurd,preposterous |
931 | rigid | stiff, inflexible |
932 | rise | ascend,increase |
933 | risk | danger,hazard |
934 | rival | competitor,opponent |
935 | role | part, function |
936 | rotate | spin, turn |
937 | rough | coarse, harsh |
938 | round | circular,spherical |
939 | route | path, way |
940 | routine | regular, habitual |
941 | ruin | destroy, wreck |
942 | rule | regulate,govern |
943 | rural | countryside,rustic |
944 | rush | hurry,hasten |
945 | sacred | holy,divine |
946 | safe | secure,protected |
947 | sample | specimen, example |
948 | satisfy | please,fulfill |
949 | save | rescue,preserve |
950 | scale | measure, size |
951 | scarce | rare,insufficient |
952 | scatter | disperse,spread |
953 | scenario | situation, outline |
954 | schedule | plan, timetable |
955 | scheme | plan, strategy |
956 | scope | range, extent |
957 | score | mark,tally |
958 | scorn | despise,disdain |
959 | search | lookfor,seek |
960 | section | part, segment |
961 | sector | area, division |
962 | secure | safe, obtain |
963 | seek | lookfor,pursue |
964 | seem | appear,look |
965 | seize | grab,capture |
966 | select | choose, pick |
967 | selfish | self-centered,egotistic |
968 | sell | trade,vend |
969 | send | dispatch,transmit |
970 | senior | elder,higherinrank |
971 | sense | feel,perceive |
972 | sensitive | responsive,delicate |
973 | separate | divide,detach |
974 | sequence | order, series |
975 | series | sequence, succession |
976 | serious | grave,solemn |
977 | serve | assist,help |
978 | set | put,place |
979 | settle | resolve, establish |
980 | severe | harsh, strict |
981 | shape | form,mold |
982 | share | divide,participate |
983 | sharp | keen,acute |
984 | shelter | protect,shield |
985 | shift | move, change |
986 | shine | glow,radiate |
987 | shock | surprise,startle |
988 | short | brief,concise |
989 | show | display,exhibit |
990 | shrink | contract,reduce |
991 | shut | close,seal |
992 | shy | timid,bashful |
993 | side | aspect,faction |
994 | sight | vision,view |
995 | sign | indication,symbol |
996 | significant | important, meaningful |
997 | similar | alike, resembling |
998 | simple | easy,uncomplicated |
999 | simulate | imitate, mimic |
1000 | simultaneous | concurrent, synchronous |
1001 | sincere | honest,genuine |
1002 | single | sole,individual |
1003 | site | location, place |
1004 | situate | place, locate |
1005 | situation | circumstance,condition |
1006 | size | magnitude,dimension |
1007 | sketch | draw, outline |
1008 | skill | ability,expertise |
1009 | slight | minor,insignificant |
1010 | slow | leisurely,gradual |
1011 | small | little,tiny |
1012 | smart | intelligent,clever |
1013 | smooth | even,flat |
1014 | so-called | alleged, supposed |
1015 | social | sociable,communal |
1016 | soft | gentle,mild |
1017 | sole | only, single |
1018 | solid | firm,substantial |
1019 | solve | resolve, figure out |
1020 | sort | type,kind |
1021 | sound | noise,audio |
1022 | source | origin, root |
1023 | spare | extra,additional |
1024 | speak | talk,converse |
1025 | special | particular,exceptional |
1026 | specific | precise,exact |
1027 | specify | detail, indicate |
1028 | speed | velocity,pace |
1029 | spend | expend,useup |
1030 | sphere | area, field |
1031 | split | divide,separate |
1032 | spread | distribute,disperse |
1033 | spring | leap,bounce |
1034 | stable | steady, firm |
1035 | stage | phase,period |
1036 | stand | endure,tolerate |
1037 | standard | norm,criterion |
1038 | start | begin,commence |
1039 | state | declare,express |
1040 | statistic | figure, number |
1041 | status | position, rank |
1042 | stay | remain,continue |
1043 | steady | stable,constant |
1044 | step | move,stride |
1045 | stick | adhere,cling |
1046 | stimulate | encourage, spur |
1047 | stop | cease,halt |
1048 | store | keep,reserve |
1049 | strange | unusual,odd |
1050 | strategy | plan,tactic |
1051 | stress | emphasize,highlight |
1052 | stretch | extend,expand |
1053 | strict | rigid,severe |
1054 | strike | hit,attack |
1055 | strong | powerful,robust |
1056 | structure | organization, framework |
1057 | struggle | fight,strive |
1058 | study | examine,investigate |
1059 | stupid | foolish,idiotic |
1060 | style | manner, design |
1061 | subject | topic,theme |
1062 | submit | yield,surrender |
1063 | subsequent | following,ensuing |
1064 | substance | material,matter |
1065 | substitute | replace,surrogate |
1066 | succeed | achieve,accomplish |
1067 | sudden | abrupt,unexpected |
1068 | suffer | endure,undergo |
1069 | sufficient | adequate,enough |
1070 | suggest | propose,recommend |
1071 | suitable | appropriate,fitting |
1072 | sum | total,aggregate |
1073 | summarize | recapitulate,condense |
1074 | supply | provide,furnish |
1075 | support | uphold,back |
1076 | suppress | restrain,subdue |
1077 | sure | certain,confident |
1078 | surprise | amaze,astonish |
1079 | surrender | yield,giveup |
1080 | surround | encircle,encompass |
1081 | survive | endure,persist |
1082 | suspect | doubt,mistrust |
1083 | suspend | hang,postpone |
1084 | sustain | maintain,support |
1085 | swift | fast,rapid |
1086 | symbol | sign,emblem |
1087 | sympathetic | compassionate,understanding |
1088 | system | method,structure |
1089 | table | chart,list |
1090 | tackle | address,confront |
1091 | tactful | diplomatic,polite |
1092 | take | grasp,seize |
1093 | talent | gift,aptitude |
1094 | talk | speak,converse |
1095 | tall | high,towering |
1096 | tame | domesticate,subdue |
1097 | tangible | concrete,palpable |
1098 | target | aim,goal |
1099 | task | job,assignment |
1100 | taste | flavor,savor |
1101 | tax | levy,duty |
1102 | teach | instruct,educate |
1103 | team | group,crew |
1104 | tear | rip,shred |
1105 | technique | method,approach |
1106 | technology | science,innovation |
1107 | telephone | phone,call |
1108 | television | tv,broadcast |
1109 | tell | inform,narrate |
1110 | temperature | heat,warmth |
1111 | temporary | provisional,interim |
1112 | tempt | lure,entice |
1113 | tenacious | persistent,determined |
1114 | tend | incline,beproneto |
1115 | tense | tight,strained |
1116 | tentative | provisional,uncertain |
1117 | term | expression,word |
1118 | terminate | end,conclude |
1119 | terrible | awful,dreadful |
1120 | terrific | excellent,wonderful |
1121 | test | examine,assess |
1122 | text | passage,script |
1123 | thank | appreciate,acknowledge |
1124 | theme | topic,subject |
1125 | theory | hypothesis,supposition |
1126 | thick | dense,heavy |
1127 | thin | slim,slender |
1128 | think | ponder,reflect |
1129 | thorough | complete,comprehensive |
1130 | thought | idea,notion |
1131 | threat | danger,menace |
1132 | thrive | prosper,flourish |
1133 | throw | toss,hurl |
1134 | tie | bind,fasten |
1135 | tight | firm,constricted |
1136 | time | period,era |
1137 | tiny | small,minute |
1138 | tired | exhausted,weary |
1139 | title | name,heading |
1140 | today | now,currently |
1141 | together | jointly,combined |
1142 | tolerate | endure,bear |
1143 | tomorrow | nextday,future |
1144 | tone | sound,pitch |
1145 | tongue | language,speech |
1146 | tonight | thisevening |
1147 | too | also,likewise |
1148 | tool | instrument,device |
1149 | tooth | fang,molar |
1150 | top | summit,peak |
1151 | topic | subject,theme |
1152 | total | complete,entire |
1153 | touch | contact,feel |
1154 | tough | difficult,hard |
1155 | tour | trip,journey |
1156 | toward | towards,inthedirectionof |
1157 | town | city,urbanarea |
1158 | toxic | poisonous,harmful |
1159 | trace | track,trail |
1160 | trade | commerce,business |
1161 | tradition | custom,practice |
1162 | traffic | vehicles,transport |
1163 | train | educate,instruct |
1164 | tranquil | calm,peaceful |
1165 | transfer | move,shift |
1166 | transform | change,convert |
1167 | translate | interpret,render |
1168 | transparent | clear,see-through |
1169 | transport | carry,convey |
1170 | trap | snare,catch |
1171 | travel | journey,voyage |
1172 | treat | handle,dealwith |
1173 | treatment | therapy,care |
1174 | tree | plant,timber |
1175 | trend | tendency,fashion |
1176 | trial | test,experiment |
1177 | trip | journey,excursion |
1178 | trivial | unimportant,insignificant |
1179 | trouble | problem,difficulty |
1180 | TRUE | genuine,authentic |
1181 | trust | believe,relyon |
1182 | try | attempt,endeavor |
1183 | turbulent | chaotic,tumultuous |
1184 | turn | rotate,spin |
1185 | type | kind,sort |
1186 | typical | usual,normal |
1187 | ultimate | final,ultimate |
1188 | unable | incapable,powerless |
1189 | unanimous | agreed,concordant |
1190 | unbiased | impartial,neutral |
1191 | underlying | fundamental,basic |
1192 | undermine | weaken,sabotage |
1193 | understand | comprehend,grasp |
1194 | unethical | immoral,wrong |
1195 | unfold | develop,evolve |
1196 | unique | special,distinctive |
1197 | unit | section,division |
1198 | unite | join,combine |
1199 | universal | global,worldwide |
1200 | universe | cosmos,world |
1201 | university | college,academy |
1202 | unknown | unfamiliar,strange |
1203 | unless | exceptif,ifnot |
1204 | unprecedented | novel,unparalleled |
1205 | until | till,upto |
1206 | unusual | rare,uncommon |
1207 | unveil | reveal,disclose |
1208 | up | above,upward |
1209 | update | modernize,renew |
1210 | uphold | maintain,support |
1211 | upon | on,atop |
1212 | upper | higher,superior |
1213 | urban | city,metropolitan |
1214 | urge | encourage,prompt |
1215 | urgent | pressing,critical |
1216 | use | utilize,employ |
1217 | usual | common,normal |
1218 | utility | usefulness,function |
1219 | utmost | greatest,maximum |
1220 | vacation | holiday,break |
1221 | vague | unclear,ambiguous |
1222 | valid | legitimate,sound |
1223 | valuable | precious,worthy |
1224 | value | worth,merit |
1225 | vanish | disappear,evaporate |
1226 | variety | diversity,range |
1227 | various | different,diverse |
1228 | vary | differ,change |
1229 | vast | huge,immense |
1230 | vehicle | car,automobile |
1231 | versatile | adaptable,flexible |
1232 | version | edition,variant |
1233 | very | extremely,highly |
1234 | via | through,bywayof |
1235 | viable | feasible,workable |
1236 | vibrant | lively,energetic |
1237 | vicious | brutal,savage |
1238 | victim | casualty,sufferer |
1239 | victory | triumph,success |
1240 | view | opinion,perspective |
1241 | village | hamlet,settlement |
1242 | vindicate | exonerate,clear |
1243 | violent | brutal,fierce |
1244 | virtual | simulated,online |
1245 | visible | apparent,evident |
1246 | visit | callon,tour |
1247 | visual | optical,visible |
1248 | vital | essential,crucial |
1249 | voice | speech,utterance |
1250 | volatile | unstable,changeable |
1251 | volume | amount,quantity |
1252 | vote | ballot,poll |
1253 | vulnerable | susceptible,exposed |
1254 | wage | salary,pay |
1255 | wait | await,expect |
1256 | wake | awaken,rouse |
1257 | walk | stroll,hike |
1258 | wall | barrier,partition |
1259 | wander | roam,ramble |
1260 | want | desire,wish |
1261 | war | conflict,hostility |
1262 | warm | heated,cozy |
1263 | warn | caution,alert |
1264 | wary | cautious,vigilant |
1265 | wash | clean,rinse |
1266 | waste | squander,misuse |
1267 | watch | observe,monitor |
1268 | water | liquid,fluid |
1269 | wave | ripple,undulation |
1270 | way | method,manner |
1271 | weak | feeble,frail |
1272 | wealth | riches,affluence |
1273 | weapon | arm,armament |
1274 | wear | don,sport |
1275 | weather | climate,atmosphericconditions |
1276 | weigh | measure,consider |
1277 | weight | mass,heaviness |
1278 | welcome | greet,receive |
1279 | well | healthy,fit |
1280 | west | occidental |
1281 | western | westerly |
1282 | wet | damp,moist |
1283 | what | which,whatever |
1284 | whatever | anything,all |
1285 | wheel | rotate,spin |
1286 | when | while,as |
1287 | where | atwhichplace |
1288 | whether | if,incase |
1289 | which | what,whichever |
1290 | while | during,whilst |
1291 | white | pale,colorless |
1292 | who | whichperson |
1293 | whole | entire,complete |
1294 | wholesome | healthy,beneficial |
1295 | whose | ofwhom |
1296 | why | forwhatreason |
1297 | wide | broad,extensive |
1298 | widespread | extensive,prevalent |
1299 | wield | use,handle |
1300 | wife | spouse,partner |
1301 | wild | untamed,feral |
1302 | will | testament,volition |
1303 | willing | ready,eager |
1304 | win | triumph,succeed |
1305 | wind | breeze,gust |
1306 | window | opening,aperture |
1307 | wine | vino,vintage |
1308 | wing | flank,appendage |
1309 | winter | coldseason |
1310 | wise | sage,knowledgeable |
1311 | wish | desire,want |
1312 | with | accompanying |
1313 | withdraw | retreat,remove |
1314 | within | inside,in |
1315 | without | lacking,minus |
1316 | withstand | resist,endure |
1317 | witness | observer,spectator |
1318 | woman | female,lady |
1319 | wonder | marvel,ponder |
1320 | wood | timber,lumber |
1321 | word | term,expression |
1322 | work | labor,toil |
1323 | world | earth,globe |
1324 | worry | anxiety,concern |
1325 | worth | value,merit |
1326 | would | might,could |
1327 | write | compose,author |
1328 | wrong | incorrect,mistaken |
1329 | year | annum,twelvemonth |
1330 | yellow | amber,golden |
1331 | yes | affirmative,indeed |
1332 | yesterday | thedaybefore |
1333 | yet | still,nevertheless |
1334 | yield | produce,giveup |
1335 | young | youthful,juvenile |
1336 | youth | adolescence,juvenility |
1337 | zealous | passionate,fervent |
1338 | zero | nil,naught |
1339 | zone | area,region |
Mastering these 1339 words and their synonyms is vital for boosting your IELTS score. By expanding your vocabulary and using these terms confidently, you’ll improve your performance and increase your chances of success.
By the way, Antonyms are also important, here is the list. Common Antonyms in IELTS Exam 2024