Difficult IELTS Words - Group 1

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n. scratch; friction


Spelling Word: abrasion
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v. fasten; append; add on; secure to something


Spelling Word: affix
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v. assign; distribute according to plan


Spelling Word: allocate
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v. combine; mix; make less pure; lessen or moderate


Spelling Word: alloy
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n. a group of parts that work together to perform given function; appliance or device for particular purpose


Spelling Word: apparatus
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v. set out for display or use; place in orderly arrangement


Spelling Word: array
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v. affect with wonder; surprise; shock


Spelling Word: astound
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n. person who is present and participates in a meeting


Spelling Word: attendee
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n. independence; self-government or the right of self-government; self-determination


Spelling Word: autonomy
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v. turn to advantage of; be of service to; profit; promote


Spelling Word: avail