Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

v. frustrate as by confusing or perplexing; impede force or movement of

n. plant of the family of grasses, and genus Bambusa, growing in tropical countries

a. resembling uncivilized persons, lacking refinement

n. instrument for determining the weight or pressure of the atmosphere

n. an artificial obstruction, such as a dam, built in a watercourse to increase its depth or to divert its flow; rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication

n. structure set up across a route of access to obstruct the passage of an enemy

v. trade goods or services without the exchange of money

n. body of water partially enclosed by land but with a wide mouth; reddish-brown animal, especially a horse having a black tail

n. small piece of material, such as glass, plastic, or wood, that is pierced for stringing

n. one skilled in giving cosmetic treatments; one who does hair styling, manicures, and other beauty treatments

a. helpful; tending to promote physical well-being

n. space for ship to dock or anchor; allotted place; place to sleep or stay; appointment or job

v. attack from all sides; trouble persistently; hem in

v. lead into perplexity or confusion; perplex with mazes

n. list of works of a specific author or publisher; list of writings relating to a given subject

a. two-sided; mutual

n. using or able to use two languages, especially with equal or nearly equal fluency

n. mineral pitch; black, tarry substance, burning with a bright flame

n. sharp cutting edge of a knife; sword or knife; swords-man

n. brilliant burst of fire; flame