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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Social Behaviours

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

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
reticent
reticent
[Adjective]

reluctant to speak to others, especially about one's thoughts and emotions

Ex: Sarah was reticent when it came to discussing her personal life with her coworkers. 
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reactive
reactive
[Adjective]

acting in response to a situation rather than initiating or controlling it

Ex: The company remained reactive instead of taking a proactive approach. 
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proactive
proactive
[Adjective]

characterized by taking initiative to control or influence a situation rather than merely reacting to events

Ex: The manager was proactive in addressing potential conflicts before they escalated. 
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gregarious
gregarious
[Adjective]

(of people) delighted by the company of others

Ex: Sarah is known for her gregarious nature, always making friends wherever she goes. 
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ungracious
ungracious
[Adjective]

lacking in politeness, courtesy, or good manners

Ex: His ungracious response to the compliment surprised everyone in the room. 
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domineering
domineering
[Adjective]

showing a tendency to have control over others without taking their emotions into account

Ex: His domineering personality made it difficult for others to express their opinions without fear of retribution. 
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forthright
forthright
[Adjective]

(of a person) straightforward in expressing thoughts or opinions

Ex: He is a forthright individual, always speaking his mind without hesitation. 
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contentious
contentious
[Adjective]

inclined to argue or provoke disagreement

Ex: The contentious individual frequently initiated arguments and disagreements within the group. 
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standoffish
standoffish
[Adjective]

reserved, aloof, or distant in one's interactions with others, often conveying a sense of unfriendliness or coldness

Ex: Despite his warm smile, she found him to be rather standoffish at the party, keeping to himself in the corner. 
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backstabbing
backstabbing
[Adjective]

being dishonest and betraying someone behind their back, without them knowing

Ex: She was shocked to discover the backstabbing within her group of friends, as they spread rumors about her behind her back. 
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indulgent
indulgent
[Adjective]

having a positive attitude toward someone or something

Ex: She was an indulgent parent, often letting her children stay up late on weekends to watch movies. 
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philanthropic
philanthropic
[Adjective]

(of a person or organization) having a desire to promote the well-being of others, typically through charitable donations or actions

Ex: The philanthropic billionaire donated millions of dollars to various charities and humanitarian organizations. 
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overindulgent
overindulgent
[Adjective]

excessively allowing oneself or others to have more than is necessary

Ex: The overindulgent feast left everyone feeling uncomfortably full and sluggish. 
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