Intermediate Vocabulary Words

Academic vocabulary common across TOEFL, IELTS, and multi-test contexts. These words appear in university-level texts and are essential for scoring well on standardized English proficiency tests.

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amount TOEFL IELTS

amount is the quantity or amount of something that one has or possesses.

amphitheater SAT GRE TOEFL

amphitheater is a place where people gather to watch events or performances, such as sports, music, ...

ample GRE TOEFL IELTS

ample means sufficient, generous, or spacious; enough.

amplification TOEFL IELTS

amplification involves making something louder, brighter, or stronger, by using power, energy, or vo...

amplify GRE TOEFL

to amplify means to strengthen, increase, or enhance the power or intensity of something.

analogous SAT GRE TOEFL

analogous means having a relationship, connection, or similarity between two or more things.

analogy SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

analogy is the comparison between two or more concepts, objects, or people to highlight their simila...

analysis TOEFL IELTS

analysis is the process of examining and studying something closely, breaking it down into parts to ...

analyze SAT TOEFL IELTS

to analyze means to study, examine, or break down information into smaller parts to make sense of it...

anarchist GRE TOEFL

an anarchist is someone who rejects the principles and institutions of a state or government; believ...

anarchy SAT GRE TOEFL

anarchy refers to a state of society without government or organized authority, where the rules of l...

anatomy SAT TOEFL

anatomy is the study of the structure and organization of living things, including their organs, sys...

ancestor TOEFL

an ancestor is a person from whom one is descended or a person in a higher generation of a specific ...

ancestral TOEFL

ancestral is related to an ancestor or the descendants of someone or a group of people.

ancestry GRE TOEFL

ancestry refers to a person's family history and their descent from an ancestor.

anchor GRE IELTS

an anchor is a heavy or sturdy object attached to a ship or floating object to keep it steady or tie...

anecdotal TOEFL

anecdotal is concerned with or based on narratives (or anecdotes) about a particular matter; often b...

anecdote SAT GRE TOEFL

an anecdote is a short, personal, and usually humorous story; an illustrative example.

anesthetic SAT GRE TOEFL

anesthetic refers to a substance used for pain relief by reducing or eliminating the sensation from ...

angular SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

angular means having sharp corners or a geometric shape; lacking curves.

animated GRE TOEFL

animated is made to move or excited by making someone or something have life; lively.

animation GRE TOEFL IELTS

animation is a method used to create an illusion by creating or manipulating moving images.

animus GRE TOEFL

animus is the masculine principle, characterized by rational thinking, logic, or emotions.

ankle GRE TOEFL IELTS

The joint connecting the leg and foot in vertebrates.

annals SAT GRE TOEFL

A series of records or historical accounts, often in a formal or detailed manner.

annex SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

A building or area connected to a main structure, or to add or join something to an existing entity.

annihilate SAT GRE TOEFL

To completely destroy or eliminate something or someone.

announce TOEFL IELTS

To publicly declare or proclaim the details or existence of something.

announcement TOEFL IELTS

A public declaration or proclamation, often in writing or orally, to convey information or a message...

announcer TOEFL IELTS

Someone who publicly declares or proclaims the details or existence of something, often to a large a...

annoy TOEFL IELTS

To cause displeasure or frustration in someone, often due to repeated or persistent actions.

annoying TOEFL

Causing displeasure or frustration in someone, often due to repeated or persistent actions.

annual SAT TOEFL IELTS

Happening or occurring every year.

annually TOEFL IELTS

Once a year, at regular intervals.

anomaly GRE TOEFL

A deviation from what is normal, expected, or typical.

anonymous SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

Not openly identified or named, or lacking a distinct identity.

another GRE TOEFL

An additional or another of the same kind, different from the first one.

antagonism SAT GRE TOEFL

A feeling or attitude of opposition, dislike, or hostility towards someone or something.

antagonist TOEFL IELTS

A person or entity that opposes, contests, or competes against another, often in a confrontation or ...

antedate SAT GRE TOEFL

To precede in time, or to occur before a specified date or event.

anthem GRE TOEFL IELTS

A musical composition, often with a specific theme or purpose, to express a sentiment or idea.

anthology SAT GRE TOEFL

A collection of poems, stories, or essays, often compiled for a particular theme or purpose.

anthropology SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

The systematic study of human culture, behavior, and evolution, often examining and comparing cultur...

antibiotic GRE TOEFL

A substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms, often used in medicine to treat inf...

anticipate GRE TOEFL IELTS

To expect or predict that something will happen, or to think about something before it occurs.

anticipation TOEFL IELTS

The expectation or expectation or feeling of anticipation, or the act of expecting or preparing for ...

antiquate SAT TOEFL

To make or render something less modern or outdated by using outdated principles or designs.

antiquated GRE TOEFL

Less modern or outdated, or having outdated principles or designs.

antique SAT TOEFL IELTS

Object or artifact of historical or collector's value, often old and rare.

antiquity TOEFL

The state or quality of being old, especially a period of history or cultural heritage.

antiseptic SAT GRE TOEFL

Substance or agent that inhibits the growth of microorganisms, often used in medicine to reduce infe...

antithesis GRE TOEFL

A concept or statement that is opposed to its counterpart or opposite.

anxious SAT TOEFL IELTS

Feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease.

apathetic GRE TOEFL

Feeling or showing no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

apathy SAT GRE TOEFL

A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about something.

apologize TOEFL IELTS

To express regret or remorse for a mistake or error.

apology SAT GRE TOEFL IELTS

A formal expression of regret or remorse, often for a mistake or error.

appalling GRE TOEFL

Causing shock, outrage, or disgust, often due to a harsh or unacceptable situation.

apparel GRE TOEFL

Clothing and textiles, especially for personal or decorative use.

apparent SAT GRE IELTS

Apparently noticeable or evident; not hidden or concealed.

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