Learning English vocabulary, especially abstract and academic words, has always been a big challenge for English learners because the majority of ESL learners simply memorize words out of context. Therefore, English learners cannot score high on standardized English tests, such as IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, SAT, etc. with relatively long passages and contextualized words.
Vocabulary learning should be integrated with listening comprehension to become a more natural process. For this reason, our students can select any word, phrase, passage or the entire article in order to listen to the selected text. That is to say, LELB Society is genuinely talking to and interacting with our students.
As mentioned earlier, it’s a wrong approach to learning vocabulary out of context. At LELB Society, we provide our students with this exceptional opportunity to build up and expand academic vocabulary in real or authentic context extracted from novels, books, websites, plays, scripts of movies, poems, and the like. What’s more, our students can master advanced vocabulary in organized themes and subjects by clicking on the tags or keywords located at the bottom of each lesson. To browse our most frequently-used tags and keywords, click here and study all lessons.
Abstract words should become tangible in your mind for a longer retention. One perfect way to make abstract words tangible is to make appropriate associations between them and corresponding visual concepts, and using images and illustrations can help you achieve this goal. At LELB Society, we have illustrated thousands of advanced English vocabulary found in best-selling vocabulary books, such as 504 Absolutely Essential Words, 1100 Words You Need to Know and 601 Words You Need to Know to Pass Your Exam.
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A gourmet is someone who appreciates high-quality food and drink, often possessing expert knowledge of fine dining, ingredients, and cooking techniques. The word can also describe food prepared to especially high standards. /ˈgɔː.meɪ/ US /ˈgʊr.meɪ/ (Noun & Adjective) Definition of Gourmet Gourmet (noun / adjective) Examples: In everyday English, gourmet often suggests exceptional quality, careful …
A fiancé is a man who is engaged to be married. The word describes someone who has formally agreed to marry another person but has not yet become their spouse. /fiˈãːn.seɪ/ US /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/ (Noun) Definition of Fiancé A fiancé is a man who has made a formal commitment to marry someone. He is the male …
Aplomb means the ability to behave calmly, confidently, and gracefully, especially in a difficult, stressful, or embarrassing situation. It describes composure and self-assurance under pressure. /əˈplɒm/ US /-ˈplɑːm/ (Noun) Definition of Aplomb Aplomb (noun) refers to self-confidence, composure, and poise when dealing with challenging circumstances. Someone who handles a difficult situation with aplomb remains calm …
Finesse is the ability to handle a difficult situation or perform a task with skill, subtlety, and precision. It often involves achieving a desired result through tact rather than force. /fɪˈnes/ (Noun) Definition of Finesse Finesse is a noun that refers to skillful, delicate, and tactful handling of a situation, problem, or task. It can …
A riposte is a quick, clever reply to a criticism, insult, or challenge. The word can also describe a swift counterattack in fencing, where a fencer responds immediately after defending against an opponent’s attack. /rɪˈpɒst/ US /-ˈpoʊst/ (Noun & Verb) Definition of Riposte A riposte is a prompt and effective response to an attack, accusation, …
Notwithstanding means “despite” or “in spite of” something. It introduces a contrast between a fact or condition and what happens next, and it is commonly used in formal writing, legal documents, and academic contexts. /ˌnɒt.wɪðˈstæn.dɪŋ/ US /ˌnɑːt-/ (Conjunction) Definition of Notwithstanding Notwithstanding is a preposition, conjunction, or adverb meaning despite a particular fact, difficulty, or …
A travesty is a distorted, absurd, or deeply inadequate representation of something that should be taken seriously. The word often expresses strong criticism of injustice, incompetence, or disrespect. Definition of Travesty Travesty (noun) /ˈtræv.ə.sti/ A travesty is a situation, action, or representation that so badly misrepresents or fails to respect something that it becomes ridiculous, …
Acclaim means to praise someone or something enthusiastically and publicly, especially for an achievement, performance, or outstanding quality. It can also refer to the enthusiastic approval or recognition itself. /əˈkleɪm/ (Noun & Verb) Definition of Acclaim Example sentences: Synonyms and Antonyms of Acclaim Synonyms: Praise, applaud, commend, laud, celebrate, extol, recognize. Antonyms: Criticize, condemn, denounce, …
To evict someone means to legally force them to leave a property, usually because they have violated a rental agreement or failed to pay rent. The term is commonly used in housing and property law. /ɪˈvɪkt/ (Verb) Definition of Evict Evict (verb) means to legally remove someone from a property, such as a house, apartment, …
A fraction is a part or proportion of a whole, often expressed mathematically as a number representing equal parts of a unit. It can also refer to a small amount of something. /ˈfræk.ʃən/ (Noun) Definition of Fraction A fraction is a noun that refers to a part of a whole, a small proportion of a …