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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diagnosis SAT

The identification of a disease or condition through evaluation of symptoms and tests.

differ IELTS

To be unlike or distinct from something else in form, nature, or quality.

digestion IELTS

The process by which food is broken down in the body so that nutrients can be absorbed.

digital IELTS

Relating to or represented by discrete numerical values, especially in computing or electronic techn...

dine IELTS

To eat a meal, especially dinner.

diploma IELTS

An official document awarded to someone who has completed a course of study or training.

diplomat SAT

A government official who represents their country abroad and conducts diplomatic negotiations.

disable IELTS

To make something inoperative or to prevent someone from performing a function, often due to injury ...

disc IELTS

A flat, thin, round object; also refers to a flat storage medium for data or music (e.g., CD, DVD).

disfigure SAT

To spoil the appearance of something or someone by causing injury or damage.

disorder IELTS

A state of confusion or lack of order; a disturbance or illness.

display IELTS

To show or exhibit something prominently.

distraction IELTS

something that prevents someone from focusing on a task; a diversion.

dole IELTS

Government-provided financial assistance to the unemployed or needy. Can also refer to the act of di...

domicile SAT

A person's legal residence or permanent home.

duly IELTS

in the right or proper manner; at the appropriate time.

dutiful SAT

showing a sense of duty; obedient and conscientious.

earnest SAT

Serious in intention or purpose; showing sincerity.

echo IELTS

A sound that is reflected back to its source, often heard in mountains or large rooms.

economic IELTS

Relating to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

edit IELTS

To prepare or correct text before publication; to make changes or adjustments.

edition IELTS

A particular version of a book, newspaper, or other printed work.

efficacy SAT

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

efficiency SAT

The state or quality of being efficient; the ability to accomplish something with the least waste of...

efficient SAT

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

ego IELTS

A person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance.

electrician IELTS

A person trained to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems.

electronics IELTS

Devices and systems that use the flow of electrons in circuits, or the field that studies them.

employment IELTS

The state of being engaged in work or a job; the act of hiring someone.

energy IELTS

The physical or mental capacity to do work; power derived from sources like electricity or fuel.

engage IELTS

To participate or become involved in something.

engagement IELTS

The act of joining or involving oneself, or a formal agreement to marry.

enlighten SAT IELTS

To give someone greater knowledge or understanding about a subject.

entail SAT

To involve something as a necessary part or consequence.

enthusiastic SAT IELTS

Having or showing intense eagerness or interest.

envy IELTS

A feeling of discontent or longing for someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

equation IELTS

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

essence SAT IELTS

The fundamental nature or most important quality of something.

establish IELTS

To set up or found something on a firm or permanent basis.

eventually IELTS

In the end, especially after a long time or a series of steps.

excellent SAT

Extremely good; outstanding in quality or performance.

exclusively IELTS

To the exclusion of others; solely or entirely.

exigency SAT

An urgent need or demand; a pressing situation requiring action.

exorcise SAT

To drive out an evil spirit from a person or place through a religious ritual.

expert IELTS

A person who has comprehensive knowledge or skill in a particular area.

expository SAT

Serving to explain or describe something in a clear and detailed manner.

extent IELTS

The degree or range to which something happens or is true.

extinguish SAT

To put an end to something, especially a fire or light; to suppress or quench.

extra IELTS

More than what is usual, necessary, or expected; additional.

extradition SAT

The legal process of handing over a person accused or convicted of a crime to the country where the ...

extreme IELTS

Going far beyond what is normal or average; very great in degree or intensity.

extrude SAT

To force or push something out, especially through a narrow opening; commonly used in manufacturing.

exuberance SAT

The quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness; lively enthusiasm.

faith IELTS

Complete trust or confidence in someone or something; religious belief.

fall IELTS

To drop or descend under the force of gravity; to decrease in strength or amount.

fame IELTS

The state of being known or recognized by many people, typically due to achievement or prominence.

familiar IELTS

Well known or easily recognized; also, having intimate knowledge of something or someone.

farewell IELTS

An expression of good wishes when parting; goodbye.

favour IELTS

A kind or helpful act; also, advantage or preference.

feast IELTS

A large meal, typically one in celebration; a rich supply of something delightful to the senses.

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