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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Migration

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

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
outsider
outsider
[noun]

a person who does not belong to or is not involved in a particular group, organization, community, or place

Ex: As an outsider, Sarah found it difficult to understand the company's traditions. 
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border
border
[noun]

a line that separates two countries, provinces, or states from each other

Ex: Diplomatic tensions can escalate when disputes arise over the delineation of borders between nations. 
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immigrant
immigrant
[noun]

someone who comes to live in a foreign country

Ex: The government introduced a new policy to support immigrants integrating into the community. 
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immigration

the fact or process of coming to another country to permanently live there

Ex: The country has seen a rise in immigration due to its strong job market and high quality of life. 
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migrant
migrant
[noun]

a person who moves from one place to another, often across borders or regions, to live or work temporarily or permanently

Ex: Seasonal migrants travel to farms for harvest work every year. 
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migration
migration
[noun]

the movement of people from one country or area to another, especially to live or work there

Ex: The region experienced heavy migration to major cities during the 1990s. 
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to displace

to make someone leave their home by force, particularly because of an unpleasant event

Ex: The conflict in the region has continued to displace thousands of families. 
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to emigrate

to leave one's own country in order to live in a foreign country

Ex: Many Irish emigrated to America in the 19th century due to poverty and famine in their homeland. 
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to immigrate

to come to a foreign country and live there permanently

Ex: After obtaining a work visa, Maria decided to immigrate to the United States. 
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to migrate

to move from a country or region in search of a better job or living conditions

Ex: Due to limited employment opportunities in their hometown, many young adults migrate to urban areas in search of better career prospects. 
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