IELTS Reading Flashcards
hoax (n)
a plan to deceive someone, such as telling the police there is a bomb somewhere when there is not one, or a trick
venom (n)
a poisonous liquid that some snakes, insects, etc. produce and can put into another animal’s body by biting or stinging
catchment area (n)
the area of land from which water flows into a river, lake, or reservoir
spur (n)
a sharp, wheel-shaped metal object that is attached to the heel of boots worn by people riding horses and is used to encourage the horse to go faster
fang (n)
a long, sharp tooth such as a dog’s fang
whitish (adj)
almost white in color
papery (adj)
thin and dry like paper
bud (n)
a small part of a plant, that develops into a flower or leaf
sleep deprivation (n)
a situation in which you do not have enough sleep that are usually considered necessary for a pleasant life
the bane of s.th (n)
a cause of continuous trouble or unhappiness
clumsy (adj)
awkward in movement or manner
irritable (adj)
becoming annoyed very easily
agitated (adj)
worried or angry
drastic consequences (n)
serious problems
invigorate (v)
to make someone feel fresher, healthier, and more energetic
