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IELTS Vocabulary Improvement 2
IELTS Vocabulary Improvement 2
Expanding your vocabulary is vital for achieving a high IELTS reading score. Here are 10 more
intermediate level words and phrases to add to your repertoire, with example sentences:
To build your vocabulary, read high-level texts, listen to academic lectures, and make flashcards
for new words. Seek opportunities to use challenging words when writing or speaking. With
regular practice, you will master these words and expand your IELTS vocabulary. Let me know
Here are 10 multiple choice questions to test knowledge of the new vocabulary words:
1. The politician was forced to ________ that his statement was inaccurate after the
A. Impede
B. Undermine
C. Concede
D. Alleviate
Answer: C
Explanation: "Concede" means to admit or agree reluctantly. This fits the context of the
2. The attorney ________ her argument by including testimony from expert witnesses.
A. Compelled
B. Bolstered
C. Alluded to
D. Contended
Answer: B
3. The heavy traffic ________ the ambulance by delaying its arrival to the hospital.
A. Alleviated
B. Impeded
C. Undermined
D. Conceded to
Answer: B
Explanation: "Impeded" means delayed, obstructed or prevented. Traffic would obstruct and
A. Compelled
B. Contended
C. Alluded to
D. Cited
Answer: C
Explanation: "Alluded to" means suggested indirectly or covertly. The author merely hinted at
5. The two professors ________ over the meaning of the research results at the conference.
A. Undermined
B. Conceded
C. Contended
D. Alleviated
Answer: C
Explanation: "Contended" means argued or debated. This fits a discussion where professors are
A. Impediment
B. Allusion
C. Notion
D. Citation
Answer: C
Explanation: "Notion" means an idea or belief. This fits with a statement about what leads to
success.
7. The critical review ________ the author's confidence in her writing abilities.
A. Compelled
B. Cited
C. Undermined
D. Alleviated
Answer: C
Explanation: "Undermined" means weakened or damaged. Harsh criticism would damage the
author's confidence.
A. Impede
B. Contend
C. Alleviate
D. Undermine
Answer: C
Explanation: "Alleviate" means reduce, ease or relieve. The medication eased her symptoms.
A. Alluded to
B. Compelled
C. Cited
D. Conceded to
Answer: C
Explanation: "Cited" means quoted as evidence. The studies were referenced to support her
research.
10. The soldiers were ________ by hunger to stop marching and make camp.
A. Impeded
B. Contended
C. Compelled
D. Alleviated
Answer: C
Explanation: "Compelled" means forced or driven to do something. Hunger drove the soldiers
to stop marching.
Here is a 200-word text on the topic of learning a new skill, using the 10 vocabulary words:
When I decided to learn to play the piano, I initially underestimated the difficulty involved. I
quickly found my progress impeded by my lack of music theory knowledge and lack of time to
practice. While I was compelled by my desire to learn a new skill, I had to concede that mastery
In the beginning, I often struggled with the notion that my inability to play complex pieces
meant I didn’t have any talent. However, my teacher cited famous pianists who also found
learning the piano challenging at first. She contended that with regular practice I could bolster
progressing my abilities.
Gradually, I found I could play full songs, albeit slowly. My teacher alluded that learning piano
would help alleviate stress and strengthen mental fortitude. When I perform for others, I’m
reminded that playing piano well requires commitment, not just raw talent. I've come to
appreciate the immense satisfaction from mastering a challenging yet rewarding skill. My
experience has compelled me to consider taking up another artistic hobby that allows creativity
and self-expression.
1. The two professors ________ intensely at the conference, each arguing for their own
2. I was ________ by my New Year's resolution to exercise more regularly and improve
my fitness level.
3. The airline had to ________ that the flight was delayed several hours due to the stormy
weather.
4. The judge ________ several legal precedents in her ruling on the high-profile case.
5. The student felt her confidence was ________ by the teacher's harsh criticism of her
work.
6. Regular exercise can help ________ symptoms of anxiety and depression.
7. The author merely ________ historical events in the novel rather than discussing them
explicitly.
8. I disagree with the common ________ that people cannot improve their intelligence.
9. The slow internet speed has ________ my ability to work efficiently from home.
10. The attorney ________ her case by calling expert witnesses to testify.
1. contended
2. compelled
3. concede
4. cited
5. undermined
6. alleviate
7. alluded to
8. notion
9. impeded
10. bolstered