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.
The images and illustrations are accessible only to our students or members.
Rancid definition and meaning in context with images and visuals /ˈrænt.sɪd/ (adj) Definition of rancid tasting or smelling awful because of being spoiled, putrid, noisome, stinking, stale, sour, fetid, rotten, foul, malodorous, with disgusting smell or taste Video of rancid Rancid in context Here’s a quick guide to eliminating a rancid smell from your fridge:…
Sibling definition and meaning in context with images and visuals /ˈsɪb.lɪŋ/ (adj & noun) Definition of sibling Noun: a brother or sister, each of two or more children or offspring that have one or both parents in common, family member Adjective: brotherly, fraternal, sisterly, familial Video of sibling Sibling in context Sibling rivalry is a…
Paternal definition and meaning in context with images and visuals /pəˈtɜː.nəl/ (adj) Definition of paternal of or like a father, fatherly, related to fatherhood, paternalistic, patriarchal, fatherlike Video of paternal Paternal in context Building a strong paternal relationship with your children is a rewarding journey. Here are some strategies to foster deeper connections: Quality Time:…
Hilarious definition and meaning in context with images and visuals /hɪˈleə.ri.əs/ (adj) Definition of hilarious extremely funny and amusing, causing a lot of laughter, hysterical, comic, farcical, sidesplitting, comical, humorous, jolly, entertaining, uproarious, mirthful, cheerful, zany Video of hilarious Hilarious in context Telling jokes effectively requires a blend of timing, delivery, and a touch of…
Irony definition and meaning in real context with images and visuals /ˈaɪə.rə.ni/ (noun) Definition of irony a situation in which you experience exactly the opposite of what you already expected to happen a literary device in which you say something yet exactly the opposite of what you say is intended for humorous effect, sarcasm, sardonicism,…
Imputation definition and meaning in real context with images and visuals /ˌɪm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən/ (noun) Definition of imputation the act of attributing a bad action or quality to someone, attribution, insinuation, accusation, charge Video of imputation Imputation in context The police imputed the theft to the suspect based on the evidence found at the crime scene. However,…
Pudgy definition and meaning in real context with images and visuals /ˈpʌdʒ.i/ (adj) Definition of pudgy (of a person) short and fat, chubby, short and plump, corpulent, heavy, overweight, round, podgy, stubby, obese Video of pudgy Pudgy in context It’s important to approach childhood obesity with sensitivity and understanding. Remember, it’s not about blaming your…
Plaudit definition and meaning in context with images and visuals for advanced ESL students /ˈplɔː.dɪt/ (noun) Definition of plaudit expression of praise and approval, applause, positive feedback, acclaim, acclamation, clapping, kudos, appreciation, paean Video of plaudit Plaudit in context Narcissists, individuals with an inflated sense of self-importance and a need for constant admiration, often exhibit…
Plausible definition and meaning in real context with images and visuals for advanced ESL students /ˈplɔː.zə.bļ/ (adj) Definition of plausible something that appears to be true, believable, reasonable, feasible, credible, likely, conceivable, tenable, creditable, probable, acceptable, possible, logical persuasive, cogent, convincing Video of plausible Plausible in context A plausible explanation is one that seems reasonable…
Cogitate definition and meaning in real context with images and visuals for ESL students /ˈkɒdʒ.ɪ.teɪt/ (verb) Definition of cogitate to think deeply and carefully about a subject in order to make a sound decision, consider, reflect, ruminate, ponder, deliberate, meditate Video of cogitate Cogitate in context Cogitation is a powerful tool for making informed decisions.…