pattern

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

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

review-disable

Review

flashcard-disable

Flashcards

spelling-disable

Spelling

quiz-disable

Quiz

Start learning
Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
to waddle
[Verb]

to walk with short, clumsy steps and a swaying motion from side to side, typically as a result of being overweight or having short legs

Ex: Due to the heavy backpack , she waddle up the steep hill , taking small , careful steps to maintain her balance .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to wobble
[Verb]

to move with an unsteady, rocking, or swaying motion, often implying a lack of stability or balance

Ex: The loose wheel on the shopping cart caused it wobble as it was pushed through the supermarket .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

(of a river, trail, etc.) to follow along a curvy or indirect path

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to trot
[Verb]

to run faster than a walk but slower than a full sprint

Ex: Focused on their fitness goals , the group of trotted together in the local park .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to stomp
[Verb]

to tread heavily and forcefully, often with a rhythmic or deliberate motion

Ex: The stomped towards the chalkboard to get everyone 's attention .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to move quickly and with short, hasty steps

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to perform a gymnastic move involving rolling the body sideways in a full circle, typically with arms and legs extended

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to twist, turn, or move with quick, contorted motions

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to perform a gymnastic or acrobatic movement in which the body makes a complete revolution, typically forwards or backwards, with the feet passing over the head

Ex: The trapeze artist somersaults from one bar to another , captivating the audience below .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to flit
[Verb]

to move quickly and lightly from somewhere or something to another

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to jig
[Verb]

to dance, move, or skip with quick, lively steps

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to dart
[Verb]

to move swiftly and abruptly in a particular direction

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to haul
[Verb]

to pull something or someone along the ground, usually with difficulty

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to move smoothly and quietly, like a snake

Ex: The frost-covered slithered across the icy path .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to turn or move around an axis or center

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to climb a surface using hands and feet

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to flop
[Verb]

to move in a loose, uncontrolled, or erratic manner

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to bolt
[Verb]

to move or run away quickly and unexpectedly

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to plop
[Verb]

to fall or drop with a soft, muffled sound

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to careen
[Verb]

to quickly move forward while also swaying left and right in an uncontrolled and dangerous way

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to skid
[Verb]

(of a vehicle) to slide or slip uncontrollably, usually on a slippery surface

Ex: Heavy rain made the airport runway slippery , causing airplanes skid during landing .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to zip
[Verb]

to move rapidly

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to whisk
[Verb]

to move quickly and lightly in a particular direction or manner

Ex: The dandelion whisked into the air .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to streak
[Verb]

to move swiftly in a specified direction, leaving a visible trail or mark

Ex: The laser streaks through the air , highlighting key points on the presentation .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to get stuck in mud or wet ground, preventing movement

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9)
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app