IELTS Descriptive Adjectives Usage Practice

Published: July 9, 2025Category: IELTS Vocabulary

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Environment Vocabulary

Descriptive adjectives help you vividly portray environmental contexts in IELTS writing tasks. This practice focuses on advanced adjectives to boost your score.

Band 7+ Word Groups

WordDefinitionExample SentenceCollocation
pristine (adj)Unspoiled and immaculateThe hikers admired the pristine lakeshore at dawn.pristine beaches
polluted (adj)Contaminated with harmful substancesThe factory’s waste led to polluted riverbanks.polluted rivers
sustainable (adj)Capable of being maintained without depletionFarmers invest in sustainable agriculture techniques.sustainable practices
hazardous (adj)Dangerous or riskyThe disposal of hazardous chemicals threatens wildlife.hazardous waste
vibrant (adj)Full of energy and colorThe coral reef teemed with vibrant marine life.vibrant biodiversity
verdant (adj)Green with lush vegetationThe valley was covered in verdant foliage.verdant landscapes

Common Mistakes

  • Using 'green' instead of 'verdant' in formal contexts
  • Confusing 'polluted' with 'contaminated' without precision

Practice Question

Choose the most appropriate adjective to complete the sentence:

The ________ rainforest supports a remarkable diversity of species.

A) hazardous B) polluted C) verdant D) arid

Show Answer

Answer: C) verdant
Explanation: 'Verdant' specifically highlights lush, green vegetation, fitting academic descriptions of rainforests.

Key Takeaways

  • Use precise descriptive adjectives to enhance IELTS writing
  • Practice collocations for natural usage
  • Expand your lexicon with band 7+ terms
  • Practice environment vocabulary with Lingo Copilot

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