Beginner Vocabulary Words

Essential vocabulary for SAT and IELTS preparation. These foundational words appear frequently in everyday academic contexts and are a great starting point for building your test prep word bank.

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tag IELTS

A small label attached to an item with information, or a children's game where one chases and touche...

tape IELTS

A narrow strip of material used for binding, joining, or recording; also refers to magnetic recordin...

tar IELTS

A dark, thick, sticky substance used for coating surfaces, especially roads or ships; also to coat w...

task IELTS

A piece of work to be done, typically assigned or required.

team IELTS

A group of people working together, often in a sport or collaborative effort.

tear IELTS

A drop of liquid that forms in the eye, often due to emotion or irritation.

technician IELTS

A person skilled in the practical application of a science or art, often in a laboratory or mechanic...

technique SAT IELTS

A way of carrying out a particular task, especially one that involves skill.

technology SAT IELTS

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry and engineeri...

term IELTS

A word or phrase used in a specific context; a fixed period of time.

territory IELTS

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state; a region controlled by a particular pers...

terror IELTS

Extreme fear or dread; a cause of such fear.

theory IELTS

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on knowledge that has be...

thermostat IELTS

A device that automatically maintains a desired temperature by regulating a heater or cooler.

thirst IELTS

A strong desire for water or liquid; a need to drink.

thrill IELTS

A sudden feeling of excitement or pleasure.

throat IELTS

The front part of the neck containing the esophagus and trachea; involved in swallowing and speaking...

throbbing IELTS

Pulsating with strong, regular beats, often due to pain or excitement.

throughout IELTS

from the beginning to the end of something

thunder IELTS

The loud, rumbling sound that follows lightning in a storm.

tick IELTS

A small blood-sucking arachnid; also refers to a short, sharp clicking sound or a checkmark.

tidy IELTS

Neat and organized; can also mean moderately large in amount.

tighten IELTS

To make something firmer, tighter, or more secure.

tile IELTS

A thin, flat piece of baked clay, stone, or ceramic used for covering surfaces such as roofs or floo...

title IELTS

The name given to a book, film, or other work; a formal designation of status or nobility.

token IELTS

A thing representing a fact or quality; a small insignia used for payment or access.

toll IELTS

A charge for the use of something; the ringing of a bell, especially for a death.

tongue IELTS

The muscular organ in the mouth used for tasting and speaking; a language.

topic IELTS

A subject of discussion, debate, or thought.

towel IELTS

A piece of absorbent fabric used for drying the body or hands.

tradition IELTS

A custom or belief passed down through generations, often repeated in a society or family.

transcendent SAT

Surpassing ordinary limits; extraordinarily good or advanced.

transcribe SAT

To make a written copy of spoken words, often from audio or speech.

transit IELTS

The action of passing through a place or the movement of people or goods from one location to anothe...

transmission SAT IELTS

The process of sending or passing something from one place to another, especially a signal or diseas...

transport IELTS

To carry or move from one place to another, or the system used for doing so.

treaty IELTS

A formally agreed-upon and signed agreement between countries or parties, especially for peace or tr...

treble SAT

In music, the highest vocal or instrumental range; also refers to triple in amount or number.

tremble IELTS

To shake involuntarily, typically due to fear, nervousness, or weakness.

trick IELTS

A cunning or skillful act intended to deceive; a clever method to achieve something.

triple SAT IELTS

Composed of three parts; three times as much or many.

tuck IELTS

To fold or gather cloth into a small space, or to eat heartily.

twilight IELTS

The soft, dim light just before sunrise or after sunset; the period of time during which this light ...

tyranny SAT

Cruel and oppressive government or rule; unjust or harsh control by a leader or regime.

ugly IELTS

Unpleasant or repulsive to look at; offensive to the senses or mind.

ultimately IELTS

In the end; finally, especially after a series of developments.

unconditional IELTS

Not subject to any conditions or limitations; absolute.

undercharge SAT

To charge too little for something; to price below appropriate value.

underwrite SAT

To finance or support a venture; in insurance, to assume the risk and issue a policy.

uneasy IELTS

Feeling or causing anxiety or discomfort; not at ease.

unemployment IELTS

The state of being unemployed, especially when widespread in a region or economy.

upbringing IELTS

The way in which a child is raised and educated by parents or guardians.

update IELTS

To provide with new information or bring up to date.

upright IELTS

In a vertical or erect position; honest and morally correct.

uproarious SAT

Noisy, enthusiastic, and uncontrolled, often describing laughter or a reaction.

upward IELTS

Moving or pointing higher in position, number, or degree.

utmost SAT IELTS

Of the greatest possible degree, amount, or intensity; extreme.

vagabond SAT

A person who wanders from place to place without a permanent home or job.

vagrant SAT

A person who travels from place to place without a home or regular work, often living off charity.

valley IELTS

A low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river flowing through it.

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