Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 6-7) - Shapes

Here, you will learn some English words related to Shapes that are necessary for the General Training IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for General Training IELTS (6-7)

zigzagged

[Adjective]

having a zigzag or back-and-forth pattern, with sharp and alternating angles or turns

cylindrical

[Adjective]

having a shape that consists of straight sides and circular bases which are parallel

Ex: The cylindrical candle burned steadily , casting a warm glow in the dimly lit room .

spherical

[Adjective]

resembling a sphere or a ball in shape

Ex: The spherical snow globe contained a miniature winter scene , with swirling snowflakes .

symmetrical

[Adjective]

having two sides or halves that correspond to one another in shape or size

Ex: The symmetrical shape of the snowflake was a testament to nature 's beauty and precision .

asymmetrical

[Adjective]

not having equal or identical parts on both sides, often differing in shape or size

Ex: The asymmetrical layout of the furniture in the room encouraged conversation and movement .

angular

[Adjective]

having sharp corners or edges

Ex: The angular table had a modern design , with clean lines and sharp edges .

crooked

[Adjective]

not in any ways straight, with bends, curves, or disorganized angles

elliptical

[Adjective]

shaped like a slightly stretched-out circle or oval

curved

[Adjective]

having a shape that is rounded or bent rather than straight

Ex: The cat stretched out in a curved position , resembling the letter " C " .

cubic

[Adjective]

resembling a cube in shape

Ex: The cubic block of cheese sat on the cutting board .

semicircular

[Adjective]

shaped like half of a circle

spiral

[Adjective]

having a shape that winds around a central point or axis

Ex: The corkscrew had a spiral screw that easily penetrated the cork .

linear

[Adjective]

involving lines or having the shape of a straight line

Ex: The sculpture assumed a linear form standing neatly within the long , narrow planter bed it was installed inside of .

Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 6-7)
Size and Scale	Dimensions	Weight and Steadiness	Increase in Amount
Decrease in Amount	Intensity	Time and Duration	Space and Area
Shapes	Speed	Significance	Insignificance
Strength and Influence	Uniqueness	Commonness	Complexity
High Quality	Low Quality	Value	Challenges

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