Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Temperature

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

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sweltering

[Adjective]

extremely hot and uncomfortable, often causing sweating

sizzling

[Adjective]

so hot as to produce a hissing or crackling sound

Ex: As the blacksmith worked , sizzling metal in the forge signaled the forging of a new masterpiece .

torrid

[Adjective]

characterized by intense and oppressive heat

parching

[Adjective]

becoming dried, often due to intense heat or a lack of moisture

flaming

[Adjective]

extreme heat, often associated with flames or burning

Ex: The firefighters battled flaming inferno , working tirelessly to contain the blaze and protect nearby homes .

lukewarm

[Adjective]

having a temperature that is only slightly warm

thermic

[Adjective]

relating to or involving the transformation of heat energy

muggy

[Adjective]

characterized by high humidity and oppressive warmth

nippy

[Adjective]

(of weather) having a sharp, cold quality

arctic

[Adjective]

very cold

Ex: Despite wearing multiple layers , they struggled to stay warm in arctic temperatures .

glacial

[Adjective]

freezing as though having sub-zero temperatures

algid

[Adjective]

extremely cold

Ex: algid temperatures prompted the installation of heaters in outdoor dining areas to keep patrons warm .

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9)
Human Traits	Positive Emotional Responses	Negative Emotional Responses	Positive Emotional States
Negative Emotional States	Social Behaviours	Tastes and Smells	Textures
Sounds	Temperature	Opinions	Thoughts and Decisions
Encouragement and Discouragement	Respect and Approval	Request and Suggestion	Attempt and Prevention
Movements	Body Language and Gestures	Commanding and Giving Permissions	Engaging in Verbal Communication

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Temperature