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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Literature

Here, you will learn some English words related to Literature that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
metaphor
metaphor
[noun]

a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning

Ex: He used the metaphor of a journey to describe the process of personal growth. 
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simile
simile
[noun]

a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'

Ex: The poet used a simile to compare the clouds to cotton candy, painting a vivid picture of their fluffy, ethereal appearance. 
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imagery
imagery
[noun]

the figurative language in literature by which the audience can form vivid mental images

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irony
irony
[noun]

a form of humor in which the words that someone says mean the opposite, producing an emphatic effect

Ex: His irony was so sharp that some people didn’t realize he was mocking them. 
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anthology
anthology
[noun]

a collection of selected writings by various authors, often on a similar theme or subject

Ex: The university library boasts an extensive anthology of classical literature. 
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footnote
footnote
[noun]

an extra piece of information that is placed at the bottom of a printed page

Ex: In her academic paper, she included a footnote to provide additional context for a complex term. 
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edition
edition
[noun]

the specific form or version that a book, magazine, or similar publication is in

Ex: The digital edition of the journal offers convenient access to scholarly articles and research papers for academics and professionals. 
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publisher
publisher
[noun]

a person or firm that manages the preparation and public distribution of printed material such as books, newspapers, etc.

Ex: The publisher released a new edition of the classic novel last month. 
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reader
reader
[noun]

a textbook or workbook designed to teach and develop reading skills

Ex: The elementary school provided each student with a reader to improve their literacy skills. 
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volume
volume
[noun]

a single publication that is part of a set of similar works

Ex: The magazine releases a new volume every month. 
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chick lit
chick lit
[noun]

a genre of fiction that focuses on the lives, relationships, and personal growth of women, often with a lighthearted or romantic tone

Ex: She enjoys reading chick lit novels as a way to relax. 
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cyberpunk
cyberpunk
[noun]

a genre of science fiction set in a future dystopian society dominated by computer technology

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science fiction

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

Ex: He enjoys reading science fiction novels set in distant galaxies. 
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theme
theme
[noun]

a recurring element that is the main idea or subject in a literary or artistic piece

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author
author
[noun]

a person who writes books, articles, etc., often as a job

Ex: The author's latest novel topped the bestseller list, captivating readers with its gripping plot and memorable characters. 
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narrative thread

a plotline or a story element that runs throughout a larger narrative, connecting different events and characters together, often with a unifying theme or motif

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bildungsroman

a novel that focuses on the psychological and moral growth of its main character from youth to adulthood

Ex: The novel follows the protagonist's coming-of-age journey from adolescence to adulthood, making it a classic example of bildungsroman literature. 
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coming-of-age [story|tale|narrative]

a genre of literature, film, and other forms of media that focuses on the growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood

Ex: Her debut novel is a captivating coming-of-age story set in a small town, following the journey of a young girl as she discovers herself. 
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metafiction

a literary genre that uses self-reflexive techniques to draw attention to its status as a work of fiction, blurring the lines between reality and fiction

Ex: The novel employed metafiction, blurring the lines between fiction and reality by having the characters acknowledge their existence as creations of the author. 
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picaresque novel

a genre of prose fiction that depicts the adventures of a roguish hero or heroine, typically one of low social status, who lives by their wits in a corrupt society

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blank verse

a verse without rhyme, especially one with ten syllables and five stresses, known as an iambic pentameter

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ode
ode
[noun]

a lyric poem, written in varied or irregular metrical form, for a particular object, person, or concept

Ex: The poet wrote an ode to celebrate the beauty of nature. 
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sonnet
sonnet
[noun]

a verse of Italian origin that has 14 lines, usually in an iambic pentameter and a prescribed rhyme scheme

Ex: He struggled to fit his thoughts into the strict format of a sonnet. 
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haiku
haiku
[noun]

a Japanese poem with three unrhymed lines that have five, seven and five syllables each

Ex: She wrote a haiku about the changing seasons. 
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epic
epic
[noun]

a long movie full of adventure that could be about a historical event

Ex: The director's latest film was hailed as an epic, spanning generations and depicting the struggles of a nation. 
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ballad
ballad
[noun]

a tale that is narrated in the form of a song or poem

Ex: The troubadours of medieval Europe traveled from town to town, singing ballads of love and chivalry. 
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stanza
stanza
[noun]

a series of lines in a poem, usually with recurring rhyme scheme and meter

Ex: The poem was structured with four stanzas, each following a different theme. 
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motif
motif
[noun]

a subject, idea, or phrase that is repeatedly used in a literary work

Ex: The motif of the "hero's journey" is a common theme in many epic tales, symbolizing the protagonist's growth and transformation. 
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tone
tone
[noun]

the quality or character of speech, writing, or behavior that reflects the speaker's or writer's attitude

Ex: The essay's tone was formal and authoritative. 
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mood
mood
[noun]

the emotional atmosphere or feeling created by a piece of writing

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