IELTS 12 - Vocab revision Sep

Immortal most nearly means:

• Someone who lives forever and cannot die

• A person who lives a normal human lifespan

• A creature that ages faster than usual

• Someone who is afraid of death

Delicate most nearly means:

• Very strong and durable, hard to break

• Easily damaged or requiring careful handling

• Large and heavy in appearance

• Extremely stable and unchanging

Compelling most nearly means:

• Boring or lacking interest

• Unconvincing or weak in argument

• Hard to understand or unclear

• Evoking interest, attention, or admiration

Endearment most nearly means:

• A feeling of anger or frustration

• A word or phrase expressing affection or love

• A formal statement of approval

• A term used to criticize someone harshly

Empire most nearly means:

• A small village or community

• A large group of countries or states ruled by a single authority

• A small and independent political state

• A democratic system of government

Desire most nearly means:

• A lack of interest in something

• A sense of regret or disappointment

• A strong feeling of wanting something

• A refusal to participate in something

Equivalent most nearly means:

• Something that is totally different in value or function

• Something that is equal in value, amount, or function

• Something that is incomplete or unfinished

• Something that is much better or worse than another

Insulation most nearly means:

• A substance that absorbs moisture from the air

• A barrier that allows sound and heat to pass through

• A type of decoration used to enhance appearance

• Material used to prevent the loss of heat or sound

dull, boring

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belong to the city, town

(a)