WorksheetsIELTS Vocabulary - Mental and Physical Development
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
ability
/əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
(Noun)
What does 'ability' mean?The capacity to do something; the skill or proficiency in a particular area.
A type of physical strength or power.
A measure of intelligence or knowledge.
A specific talent in the arts.
period /ˈpɪə.ri.əd/ (Noun)
What does the term 'period' refer to?A length or portion of time; a specific or characterized duration.
A type of punctuation used in writing.
A historical event that marks a significant change.
A unit of measurement in physics.
patient /ˈpeɪ.ʃənt/ (Adjective)
What does it mean to be patient?Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.
Eager to finish tasks quickly and efficiently.
Unwilling to wait for anything and easily frustrated.
Always seeking immediate gratification.
independent /ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt/ (Adjective)
What does 'independent' mean?Free from outside control; not depending on another's authority.
Relying on others for support and guidance.
Being part of a larger organization or group.
Dependent on external factors for decision-making.
milestone /ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/ (Noun)
A minor event in a person's life
A significant stage or event in the development or progress of something; an important achievement.
A type of measurement used in construction
A casual gathering of friends
phase /feɪz/ (Noun)
What does the term 'phase' refer to?A distinct period or stage in a process of change or development.
A type of celestial body in astronomy.
A method of cooking food.
A phase in a chemical reaction.
imitate /ˈɪm.ɪ.teɪt/ (Verb)
To copy the actions, appearance, or manner of someone or something; to mimic.
To create something new and original.
To ignore someone's actions or behavior.
To criticize someone harshly.
behavior /bɪˈheɪv.jər/ (Noun)
The way in which one conducts oneself, especially towards others; actions or reactions to stimuli.
A type of physical exercise that improves strength and flexibility.
A psychological condition affecting social interactions.
A method of communication through gestures and expressions.
cognitive /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv/ (Adjective)
Related to the mental process of knowing, including aspects such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment.
Pertaining to physical abilities and skills.
Involving emotional responses and feelings.
Concerned with social interactions and relationships.
immature /ˌɪm.əˈtjʊər/ (Adjective)
Not fully developed in physical or emotional terms; lacking maturity.
Fully developed and mature in all aspects.
Exhibiting advanced emotional intelligence.
Demonstrating a high level of responsibility.
rebellious /rɪˈbel.i.əs/ (Adjective)
Resisting or defying authority, control, or tradition; inclined to rebel.
Showing extreme obedience and respect for authority.
Eager to conform to societal norms and expectations.
Demonstrating a lack of interest in social issues.
peer /pɪəz/ (Noun)
People of the same age, status, or ability as another specified person; colleagues.
A type of animal that lives in groups.
A person who is older and more experienced than another.
A term used for a leader in a community.
reminisce /ˌrem.ɪˈnɪs/ (Verb)
To forget past events and move on.
To indulge in the enjoyable recollection of past events; to remember and talk about the past.
To plan for future events and activities.
To express regret about past decisions.
abstract
/ˈæb.strækt/
(Adjective)
What does the term 'abstract' mean?Existing as an idea, thought, or quality rather than as a material object; not concrete.
A physical object that can be touched and seen.
A specific and detailed description of a material object.
A term used to describe something that is very clear and easy to understand.
toddler /ˈtɒd.lər/ (Noun)
What is a toddler?A young child who has started walking but is not yet fully adept at it; typically around the age of one to three.
An infant who is not yet walking.
A child who has just started school.
A teenager who is learning to drive.
transition /trænˈzɪʃ.ən/ (Noun)
What does the term 'transition' refer to?The process of changing from one state or condition to another; a change.
A type of musical composition.
A method of teaching in schools.
A legal term for transferring property.
master /ˈmæs.tər/ (Verb)
To become very skilled or proficient in something; to gain control or command of.
To play a musical instrument poorly.
To avoid learning new skills.
To teach others without any expertise.
gesture /ˈdʒes.tʃər/ (Noun)
What does the term 'gesture' refer to?A type of dance move
A movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning.
A written communication
A form of greeting
clumsy /ˈklʌm.zi/ (Adjective)
What does 'clumsy' mean?Awkward in movement or in handling things; lacking skill or dexterity.
Quick and efficient in handling tasks.
Graceful and elegant in movement.
Highly skilled and dexterous with tools.
infant /ˈɪn.fənt/ (Noun)
A very young child or baby, especially one who is not yet able to walk or talk.
A teenager who is learning to drive.
An adult who takes care of children.
A type of animal that is newly born.
