IELTS
Academic vocabulary for IELTS writing and speaking, based on the Academic Word List. AUSLEX is not affiliated with IELTS.
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586 entriesEntries marked AWL come from the Academic Word List (Coxhead, 2000), a widely used list of words that appear often in university texts. Definitions, examples and translations are written by AUSLEX.
A way of communicating or expressing something; middle in size.
English is the medium of instruction.
Relating to the mind.
Mental health services are available at most universities.
A particular way of doing something, especially a planned one.
Online learning is now a popular method of study.
methodology
nounSystem of methods used in a study
Explain your methodology clearly.
The movement of people or animals from one place to another.
Migration has been a major driver of population growth.
Relating to the armed forces.
Military service is not compulsory in Australia.
Very small in amount or degree.
The changes will have minimal impact on users.
To reduce something to the smallest possible amount (US spelling: minimize).
Wear sunscreen to minimise the risk of sunburn.
The smallest amount allowed or possible.
The national minimum wage increases each July.
A government department led by a minister; also the group of ministers in government.
The ministry released new health guidelines.
Small or not very important; also a person under 18 (noun).
The building only needs minor repairs.
A particular way or method of doing something.
Walking is the most common mode of transport for short trips.
To change something slightly, usually to improve it.
The design was modified after feedback from users.
To watch or check something over time; a screen.
Scientists monitor water quality in the bay.
The reason or enthusiasm for doing something.
Clear goals increase students' motivation.
Felt or done equally by two or more people.
The agreement is based on mutual respect.
Bad or harmful; showing disagreement or no.
Long working hours can have a negative effect on health.
A system of connected people, roads, computers or organisations.
Building a professional network helps you find work.
Not supporting either side; or neither positive nor negative.
A good report presents information in a neutral way.
Despite what has just been stated
The task was difficult; nevertheless, they succeeded.
In spite of what has just been said; however.
The task was difficult; nonetheless, she finished on time.
What is usual or expected; an accepted standard of behaviour.
Working from home has become the norm for many office workers.
Usual, ordinary or expected.
It is normal to feel nervous before an exam.
An idea or belief.
The notion that hard work always leads to success is widely held.
Despite something (formal).
Notwithstanding the cost, the project has strong support.