IELTS Vocabulary - Mental and Physical Development

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ability

/əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

(Noun)

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The capacity to do something; the skill or proficiency in a particular area.

Khả năng.

E.g: Her ability to learn new languages quickly is impressive.

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abstract

/ˈæb.strækt/

(Adjective)

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Existing as an idea, thought, or quality rather than as a material object; not concrete.

Trừu tượng, không cụ thể.

E.g: The concept of beauty is often too abstract to be easily defined.

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acquire /əˈkwaɪər/ (Verb)

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To gain or get possession of something; to learn or develop a skill. Thu được, học được. E.g: She was able to acquire a new language after living abroad.

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behavior /bɪˈheɪv.jər/ (Noun)

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The way in which one conducts oneself, especially towards others; actions or reactions to stimuli. Hành vi. E.g: His behavior in class has improved significantly.

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clumsy /ˈklʌm.zi/ (Adjective)

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Awkward in movement or in handling things; lacking skill or dexterity. Vụng trộm, lóng ngóng. E.g: He's quite clumsy with tools, always dropping them.

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cognitive /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv/ (Adjective)

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Related to the mental process of knowing, including aspects such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment. Liên quan đến nhận thức và tư duy. E.g: Cognitive development is crucial in early childhood.

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concept /ˈkɒn.sept/ (Noun)

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An abstract idea or general notion; a mental construct. Khái niệm. E.g: The concept of time is difficult for young children to grasp.

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consequence /ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwens/ (Noun)

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A result or effect of an action or condition; an outcome. Hậu quả. E.g: Not studying for the exam had serious consequences.

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fully-grown /ˌfʊliˈɡrəʊn/ (Adjective)

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Having reached full physical or mental maturity; adult. Đã trưởng thành, phát triển đầy đủ. E.g: By the age of 18, most dogs are fully-grown.

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gesture /ˈdʒes.tʃər/ (Noun)

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A movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning. Cử chỉ. E.g: He made a gesture of goodwill by offering his seat to the elderly lady.