Vocabulary for IELTS (General) - Talking about Change

Here you will learn some English words about talking about change, such as "convert", "adjust", "gradual", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS (General)
to change
to change [verb]

to not stay the same and as a result become different

Ex: The seasons change throughout the year .
to convert
to convert [verb]

to change into a different form or to change into something with a different use

Ex:
to transform
to transform [verb]

to change the appearance, character, or nature of a person or object

Ex: A positive mindset can transform challenges into opportunities for personal growth .
to modify
to modify [verb]

to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better

Ex: The architect proposed to modify the building layout to improve its functionality .
to alter
to alter [verb]

to cause something to change

Ex: A good haircut can completely alter one 's appearance .
to adapt
to adapt [verb]

to change something in a way that suits a new purpose or situation better

Ex: To accommodate new technologies , the software developer will adapt the application .
to reverse
to reverse [verb]

to change something such as a process, situation, etc. to be the opposite of what it was before

Ex: The school board voted to reverse the decision to eliminate art and music programs .
to revise
to revise [verb]

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

Ex: The author decided to revise the manuscript based on the editor 's suggestions .
to adjust
to adjust [verb]

to slightly alter or move something in order to improve it or make it work better

Ex: Yesterday , the mechanic adjusted the brakes to ensure a smoother ride .
to customize
to customize [verb]

to change or make something in a way that better serves a particular task, person, etc.

Ex: Homeowners often customize their living spaces to reflect personal tastes and needs .
to distort
to distort [verb]

to change and twist a fact, idea, etc. in a way that no longer conveys its true meaning

Ex: Propaganda campaigns often distort reality , manipulating information to sway public opinion .
to doctor
to doctor [verb]

to change something in order to trick people into believing a lie

to modulate
to modulate [verb]

to change or adjust something in order to achieve a desired effect

Ex: The scientist modulated the experimental conditions to observe varied outcomes .
to reinvent
to reinvent [verb]

to completely change one's job or way of living

Ex: Following the loss of her job , she took the opportunity to reinvent her life by traveling the world .
to remodel
to remodel [verb]

to change the figure, appearance or structure of something

Ex: She remodeled her wardrobe by donating old clothes and buying new ones .
to revolutionize
to revolutionize [verb]

to change something in a significant or fundamental way

Ex: The development of renewable energy sources has the capacity to revolutionize the energy sector .
to shift
to shift [verb]

(of a policy, point of view, or situation) to become something different

Ex: The economic climate shifted dramatically , forcing businesses to reconsider their operational models .
to transition
to transition [verb]

to make something change from a particular state, condition or position to another

Ex: Scientists transitioned the experiment from theory to practical testing .
to undo
to undo [verb]

to make null or cancel the effects of something

Ex: She had to undo the changes in the document .
to diversify
to diversify [verb]

(of a business) to increase the range of goods and services in order to reduce risk of failure

Ex: The software company aims to diversify into mobile app development .
to develop
to develop [verb]

to change and become stronger or more advanced

Ex: Over time , economies can develop and become more resilient to external shocks .
to switch
to switch [verb]

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

Ex: During the conversation , they decided to switch topics to something more lighthearted .
drastic
drastic [adjective]

having a strong or far-reaching effect

Ex: The city implemented drastic measures to reduce pollution , including banning certain vehicles .
developmental
developmental [adjective]

related to the process of growth, progress, or improvement over time

Ex:
gradual
gradual [adjective]

occurring slowly and step-by-step over a long period of time

Ex: The erosion of the coastline was a gradual process , occurring over many years .
radical
radical [adjective]

(of actions, ideas, etc.) very new and different from the norm

Ex: His radical ideas about education sparked a lot of debate .
sweeping
sweeping [adjective]

wide-ranging or covering a large area or scope

Ex: The city unveiled a sweeping urban redevelopment plan , encompassing improvements to infrastructure , housing , and public spaces .
accommodation
accommodation [noun]

an arrangement made and accepted by a group of people who were in disagreement

amendment
amendment [noun]

the process of slightly changing something in order to fix or improve it

Ex: The builder suggested an amendment to the design to make it more practical .
alteration
alteration [noun]

a change in something that does not fundamentally make it different

Ex: A minor alteration to the design improved its overall functionality .
to turn into
to turn into [verb]

to change and become something else

Ex: The seedling will eventually turn into a tall oak tree .
by the minute
by the minute [phrase]

with changes or occurrences happening continuously and rapidly

Ex: The news updates were coming in by the minute during the crisis .
Vocabulary for IELTS (General)
Communication Art Music Literature
Movie and Theater The Media Argument and Agreement Certainty and Uncertainty
Expressing an Opinion Advice and Suggestion Making a Decision Sickness and Health
Cause and Effect Success and Failure Education Space
Money Business The environment Likes and Dislikes
Persuasion and Involvement Similarity and Difference Signposting Problems and Solutions
Being in Charge Talking about Senses Possession Talking about Change
Talking about Events and Incidents Lifestyles Tourism The Planet Earth
Phrasal Verbs