IELTS, TOEFL, And TOEIC Vocabulary 2020 Second Edition

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Introduction

This book contains all the most important words that you need to know to successfully complete speaking and writing/essay parts of IELTS, TOEIC, and TOEFL tests. This material is perfect for any serious candidate who does not wish to waste time researching and learning new vocabulary the traditional way. This book will make your learning more efficient with less of your own effort, which means more spare time to review other concepts.

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We tried not to create just a regular dictionary with a bunch of words, but chose only the most necessary definitions from the official examination materials, and described them in the most accessible way. Have a great time.

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Aberration Is a state or condition markedly different from the norm; unusual, or unexpected. Abhor To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity. Abnegation The denial and rejection of a doctrine or belief; the act of not allowing yourself to have something, especially something you like or want. Abscond Leave hurriedly and secretly; run away.

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Abstruse Difficult to understand, especially when you think it could be explained more simply. Acquiesce Means to accept something reluctantly but without protest; agree or express agreement. Acrimonious Marked by strong resentment or cynicism; someone or something is bitter or harsh in manner or speech, or rubs a person the wrong way. Adage Is a short, pointed, and memorable saying, which is considered a veritable truth by the majority of people; a

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traditional saying expressing a common experience or observation. Adjure Means to command solemnly; ask for or request earnestly; to order someone to do something. Adroit Having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations. Adulation Means high praise or admiration; intense adoration. Adulterate Means to make (something) impure or weaker by adding something of inferior quality; to

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make a substance less pure by adding something else to it. Adumbrate To describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of. Adversity Means misfortune, an unfavorable turn of events; a difficult or unlucky situation. Affectation A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display; something that is not part of your personality but that you do to impress people.

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