Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

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n. scratch; friction

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n. living quarters provided for public convenience; something that meets a need; convenience

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ad. even though; although; notwithstanding

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v. provide physical relief, as from pain; make easier; remove in part

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ad. amid; in the middle of; among

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n. short account of amusing or interesting event; short narrative; secret story of history or biography

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n. word of opposite meaning; counter term

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a. displaying or by strong enthusiasm or devotion; passionate

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n. defensive covering, as of metal, wood, or leather, worn to protect the body against weapons

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v. find out for certain; discover with certainty; make sure of