IELTS BAND 9.0 VOCABULARY | 33 words YOU MUST KNOW to pass the IELTS exam

Do you need to expand your vocabulary so  you can get a high score on the IELTS?

Well, today you'll add 33 words to your  vocabulary so you can score a 9.0 on the IELTS.

Welcome back to JForrest English.

Of course, I'm Jennifer Nell, Let's  get started #1 feasible, feasible.

This means possible to do easily or conveniently.

Now, this is commonly used in  writing when discussing the  

practicality how practical  is proposals or solutions.

For example, switching to renewable energy  on a large scale may not be feasible,  

may not be easily or conveniently done in  certain regions due to geographic limitations.

Or for an everyday example, you could  say when you have a great teacher,  

getting a high IL score becomes  feasible, becomes easy to do.

Do you agree with that?

If you do, put that's right, that's  right, put that's right in the comments.

And don't worry about taking notes because  I summarize everything in a free lesson PDF.

You can find the link in the  description #2 Proponent Proponent.

This is a person who advocates for who supports  a theory, proposal, or course of action.

Now, this is frequently seen in  discussions about policy debates  

and research in both speaking and writing,  for example, proponents of renewable energy.

So this is people who support who  advocate for renewable energy argue  

that it provides a sustainable  alternative to fossil fuels.

I am a a proponent of of supporting any,  

any foundation, any, any type of group  that is being proactive about this.

As you know, I, I, I've been a a very strong  and vocal proponent in the industry regarding  

the both the need and the opportunity to  rethink the models from the ground up.

I'm a huge proponent of all of us being  interdependent versus independent.

Independent.

#3 deploy, deploy.

This means to move into position for  

action or it can mean to utilize  something in a strategic manner.

This is often used in writing to  describe the implementation of resources.

So the use of resources or  strategies in various fields,  

for example, the government, this  is commonly used with government.

The government deployed emergency teams,  

so they put those teams in position  or used them strategically.

So how did they use them strategically, perhaps  to help tackle the aftermath of the hurricane?

Deploy algorithm and accidentally deploy  when you were landing, deploy the fleet.

#4 Notable.

Notable this means worthy of attention or notice.

It could also simply mean remarkable.

This is commonly found in writing to highlight  significant differences or achievements.

For example, one notable difference  so one significant difference.

One important difference between rural and  

urban lifestyles is the level of  access to healthcare facilities.

African soldiers proved to be notable jungle  fighters and that's one of the more notable  

aspects of how we painted at this time  anyway, certainly through the 1490s.

This well preserved church is  notable due to its high church  

tower that has been struck by lightning  numerous times throughout its history.

#5 detrimental.

Detrimental This means causing  harm or tending to cause harm.

This is used in writing mainly to discuss negative  impacts or consequences of policies and actions.

You could say while many aspects  of technology are beneficial,  

excessive screen time can have a detrimental  effect a negative effect on mental health.

So this is a great word to have that  contrast which is commonly done in writing.

Can be detrimental.

Matt, you're a detriment here.

Bitterness would be detrimental to my recovery.

Number six, mitigate.

Mitigate.

This means to make less  severe, serious or painful.

This is useful in writing and speaking to  discuss ways to reduce negative impacts,  

especially in environmental contexts,  which are common on the ILS.

For example, countries worldwide are investing in  

renewable energy as a means to mitigate  to reduce the effects of climate change.

So to make those effects less serious  to mitigate, stop mitigating everyone.

With mitigating circumstances  on mitigating the health risks.

#7 Discrepancy Discrepancy This is a lack of  

compatibility or similarity  between two or more facts.

This is commonly used in writing when  analyzing data or discussing research findings.

For example, a noticeable  discrepancy exists between  

the reported income levels of  urban and rural populations.

So the discrepancy is that difference.

Why is there this discrepancy?

It seems that we're doing  a comparative evaluation,  

but typically I could find a discrepancy and  then I would say, well, I'm not saying it.

And any discrepancy should hopefully be external.

So as I go #8 resilient.

Notice that resilient, resilient.

If someone is resilient, it means they're able to  

withstand or recover quickly  from difficult conditions.

This is very useful in speaking and  writing when discussing communities  

or individuals facing challenges,  which is very common on the IELTS.

For example, communities affected by natural  disasters have proven to be remarkably resilient,  

rebuilding their lives and homes so they're able  to quickly recover from these negative situations.

It's time to embrace a resilient, strong  culture of processing, not repressing.

We can push for a safe, kind, resilient and human.

Digital Future People are leaving  these climate resilient areas for  

economic reasons #9 alleviate, alleviate.

This is to make suffering or  deficiency or a problem less severe.

This is commonly used in writing and speaking to  

discuss solutions to societal  issues like poverty or health.

For example, local governments are  implementing policies to alleviate  

to reduce housing shortages in  urban centers #10 vulnerable.

Do you know this one?

Vulnerable.

This means susceptible to  physical or emotional harm.

Again, this is often used in  discussions about social issues,  

health, and even environmental concerns.

You could say older populations are more  vulnerable, so they're more susceptible  

to health issues, which means they  get health issues easier and faster.

Vulnerable, especially during  severe weather conditions.

He's vulnerable, vulnerable.

Being vulnerable #11 paradigm.

This one is very common paradigm.

This is a typical example or pattern of something.

You can think of it as a model.

This is frequently found in writing to  discuss shifts in thinking or approaches.

You could say the adoption of digital technology  

in classrooms represents a  significant paradigm shift.

So a shift in thinking in education.

Is that it's a paradigm that's trying to.

Hold us back.

So it's kind of a new paradigm that actually seems  to unlock things not only in fundamental physics,  

but also in the foundations of  mathematics and computer science,  

and possibly in areas like  biology and economics as well.

I believe it's time to reject that old paradigm  and realize that our faiths are linked.

#12 viable.

Viable.

This means capable of working successfully.

It can also mean feasible.

So it's very important to learn alternatives,  synonyms because you'll commonly see them.

And if you want to discuss these same issues,  you can use an alternative word, a synonym.

So now we have viable.

This is used in discussions about  sustainability and practical solutions.

For example, solar power, you could  say, is becoming a viable alternative  

to traditional energy sources in many  sunny regions at least #13 benign.

Notice that silent G Benign.

9.

Benign.

This means having no significant  harm or adverse effect.

Negative effect.

This is commonly used in discussions about  

impacts and effects to talk about  something not having an effect.

For example, despite initial fears,  

the new construction projects are expected  to have a benign effect on local wildlife.

So it means the new construction  projects don't have an effect.

They don't have a significant effect.

They have a benign effect.

It's benign.

Were they benign, fine and benign?

#14 conducive.

Conducive.

This means making a certain situation  or outcome likely or possible.

This is common in discussions about environments  that encourage certain behaviors or outcomes.

For example, students suggest  that a clutter free space.

A space free of clutter, free  of things, distracting things,  

is conducive to better concentration and  learning, so it helps you achieve that outcome.

It's not conducive to health.

That engineer wasn't conducive, right?

Doesn't, isn't.

Conducive to rhyming.

Well #15 incentive, Incentive.

Do you know this one?

This is a thing that motivates or  encourages someone to do something.

This is used in discussions about  economics, business, and public policy.

You hear this frequently.

For example, to reduce emissions, the government  

introduced financial incentives for  companies investing in clean energy.

So those companies will get something in return,  

an incentive if they invest in  clean energy #16 compile, compile.

This means to produce by assembling  information and other sources.

This is often used in academic  writing and research discussions.

For example, the researchers  compiled so gathered together  

compiled data from numerous sources  to ensure a comprehensive analysis.

Compiled them in our data processes  and combined it with compilation.

Who?

Who?

Compiled this map.

17 Contradictory Contradictory This  means mutually opposed or inconsistent.

This is used in writing when discussing  conflicting ideas or conflicting data.

For example, the study presents  contradictory findings,  

with one portion indicating benefits and  another highlighting potential risks.

So they're opposed to each other.

Risks and benefits and risks, they're  opposed, so it's contradictory.

Saying that out loud almost sounds contradictory.

Upside and grief.

And honestly, our physics is telling  us a lot of contradictory things.

They allow us to interpret its  complex and contradictory signals.

#18 Foster Foster This is to encourage or  promote the development of something, and usually  

something good, and this is commonly used in  discussions about education and social policies.

Educational institutions should foster creativity,  

encourage creativity because it is positive and  critical thinking in their students #19 retention.

Retention.

This is the continued possession,  use, or control of something.

This is used in writing when discussing  education and employment practices.

Very common in employment, for example, employee  retention, the ability to retain keep employees.

Employee retention remains  a priority as high turnover.

Employees leaving as high turnover can  disrupt team dynamics #20 depict depict.

This is to represent by a drawing,  painting, or other art form.

This is common in discussions about art and  literature, which is common in writing tasks.

For example, art from this.

Typically depicts scenes so in that  art you see this scene represented,  

so depicts scenes of everyday life.

Show casting rural traditions.

Inside the church, the paintings depict scenes  

from the Old and New Testaments  and effigies of patron Saints.

Would it would depict it as an illustration of the  flexibility and wisdom of common law adjudication.

The paintings depict the image of a chair in  various stages of completion or dissolution.

21 to steer clear of.

So notice here we have a phrase  to steer clear of of something.

This means to avoid someone or something.

This is used in speaking and you can use  it to give advice or recommendations,  

which is very common on IELTS.

For example, health professionals  often advise patients to steer clear  

of to avoid processed foods to maintain  overall well-being 22 solely solely.

This means not involving anyone or anything else.

It can also be a replacement to  only This is useful in writing  

to clarify specific points or responsibilities.

For example, the success of the project  does not solely depend on funding.

So it does not only depend on funding,  but also on effective management.

So this is a nice complex sentence and  you can replace only with solely 23.

Abundant.

Abundant.

This means existing or  available in large quantities.

It also means plentiful.

This is commonly used in discussions  about resources and, again, environments.

The country is known for its abundant natural  resources, particularly oil and timber.

Public.

Space must be as free and abundant as the.

Air we breathe.

Fishing near the village, seals  and Caribou were abundant.

To speak of, it does have abundant  land and abundant sun and wind.

We can't all duplicate.

That 24 Sustainability, ustainability.

This is the ability to be maintained  at a certain rate or level.

This frequently appears in discussions  about environmental issues and development.

Investing in renewable resources is critical  for the sustainability of our environment.

You will absolutely hear this word,  and you should use it as well.

Biodiversity can contribute  to the sustainability of a.

Community and I think.

The main way I.

Think you.

Should look at it is.

About sustainability.

Sustainability, it's become something  that a lot of people in the world are  

striving for because we recognize what's  going on with the world these days.

25 Assess Assess This means to  evaluate or estimate the nature,  

ability, or quality of something.

This is common in writing when discussing  evaluations in education and business, for  

example, teachers assess students understanding  through regular tests and assignments.

It assesses test, assess your options.

Interesting assessment.

26 Target Target This is an objective or  result toward which efforts are directed.

So you direct your efforts toward a target.

This is commonly used in writing, especially  in essays discussing your goals and objectives.

You can say the initiative targets a 25%  reduction in carbon emissions within five years.

So notice here it's a verb.

The initiative targets to target.

This is also a noun odd target.

The target is a 25% reduction.

27 Illicit Illicit.

This is to get a response, answer or fact from  someone, often through questioning or discussion.

This is commonly used in writing when  discussing studies, research or data.

For example.

The questions were designed  to elicit authentic responses.

So to get real honest responses  from participants #28 decipher.

Decipher.

This means to interpret or to make sense of  something that is difficult to understand.

A synonym is to decode, to decipher, to decode.

This is commonly used in writing when  discussing the meaning of someone or something.

For example, scholars spent decades  attempting to decipher the ancient script,  

so attempting to understand the  meaning of the ancient script.

Professor Arm wants to decipher which data  can lead to discriminatory actions or privacy  

invasions, and to set safeguards for a better  protection of human subjects in data science.

Students with hearing loss rely more.

Heavily on visual cues to decipher.

What is being said?

And now we have the capacity to decipher  life in a way we never did before.

29 Fluctuate, fluctuate.

This means to change or vary irregularly,  

so not by following a pattern  and often in amount or level.

This is commonly used when discussing the  results or current state of something.

For example, the stock market fluctuates.

It's up, it's down, and  it's not a regular pattern.

It's irregular.

The stock market fluctuates dramatically  in response to world events.

Any weight fluctuations?

Is weight fluctuates?

Any weight fluctuations?

#30 Outline Outline.

This is to give a summary of something and is  

often used in writing to present  main ideas or structures clearly.

For example, the professor outlined the  main points of the lecture at the beginning.

Just the outline.

Anything you outline with  this I just outlined for you.

31 Promote Promote This means to support  or actively encourage This is frequent  

in discussions about public health,  education, and social initiatives.

For example, government campaigns often promote  healthier lifestyles to reduce healthcare costs.

32 Habitat Habitat This is the natural  environment in which an Organism lives.

This is commonly used in discussions  about ecology and conservation.

For example, protecting forests is  essential to preserving the habitats.

The homes of numerous species.

33 Augment Augment.

This is to make something  larger, greater, or more intense.

This is common in speaking and writing  to discuss increases or improvements  

in systems, infrastructures or even skills.

For example, the government allocated additional  funds to augment public health services so to  

help improve the size or state of these public  health services in response to rising demands.

Now you have 33 new words in your vocabulary.

And I'm sure when you review the free lesson PDF,  remember you can find the link in the description.

You'll learn many, many other words  in the example sentences as well.

Do you want me to keep making these  lessons teaching you more IELTS words?

If you do, put more, more,  more, more, more, more, more.

Put more, more, more in the comments below.

And of course, make sure you like this lesson,  

share it with your friends and subscribe so  you're notified every time I post a new lesson.

And you can get this free speaking  guide where I share 6 tips on how  

to speak English fluently and confidently.

You can click here to download it or  look for the link in the description.

And you can keep expanding your  vocabulary with this lesson.

Make sure you watch it now.