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Vocabulary for IELTS (General) - Lifestyles

Here you will learn some English words about lifestyles, such as "drifter", "living", "existence", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for General IELTS
bohemian
bohemian
[Adjective]

following an unconventional style, typically being involved in arts

Ex: The bohemian festival celebrated diversity , with attendees wearing elaborate costumes and expressing themselves freely .
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drifter
drifter
[noun]

a person who moves from place to place, without a permanent job or place of residence

Ex: As a drifter, he found it hard to build lasting relationships .
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free spirit

a person who lives life independently and not according to the norms or customs of the society

Ex: Free spirits often inspire others to live more authentically .
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hippie
hippie
[noun]

a person who is associated with a subculture of rejecting social conventions and opposing violence, especially in 1960s

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nomad
nomad
[noun]

a person or group that moves from place to place, usually in search of food, water, or pasture, rather than living permanently in one location

Ex: Nomads often rely on livestock for their sustenance .
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austere
austere
[Adjective]

showing strict discipline and restraint, especially in avoiding luxury or comfort

Ex: The philosopher promoted an austere lifestyle as a path to clarity .
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enclosed
enclosed
[Adjective]

(of a community or lifestyle) lacking communication with the outside world

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inactive
inactive
[Adjective]

not engaging in physical activity or exercise

Ex: The patient was advised by the doctor to be inactive and limit physical exertion while recovering from a surgery .
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living
living
[noun]

the particular way someone lives

Ex: Their nomadic living style takes them to a new country every few months.
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outdoorsy
outdoorsy
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a fondness for outdoor activities and spending time in nature

Ex: Despite his busy city life, he has an outdoorsy side that enjoys fishing and biking.
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rootless
rootless
[Adjective]

having no home or not belonging to any particular community

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private
private
[Adjective]

used by or belonging to only a particular individual, group, institution, etc.

Ex: They rented a private cabin for their vacation in the mountains .
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settled
settled
[Adjective]

fixed in a desired state or location, often implying a sense of permanence or stability

Ex: After years of searching, she finally felt settled in her career and knew it was the right path for her.
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social
social
[Adjective]

being fond of living with other people

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suburban
suburban
[Adjective]

characteristic of or relating to a residential area outside a city or town

Ex: Suburban schools are known for their high-quality education programs and extracurricular activities .
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lifestyle
lifestyle
[noun]

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: They embraced a rural lifestyle, enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside .
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existence
existence
[noun]

a particular way of living

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way of life
way of life
[phrase]

a set of values, rules, standards, and principles typical to a person or group

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standard of living

the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Economic policies that promote job creation and income growth can positively impact the standard of living for citizens.
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to drop out

to stop going to school, university, or college before finishing one's studies

Ex: Despite initial enthusiasm, he faced challenges and eventually had to drop out of the academic program.
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to follow
to follow
[Verb]

to conform and adhere to the principles, practices, or guidelines established by someone or something

Ex: The TV series follows the novel 's storyline closely .
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to lead
to lead
[Verb]

to experience a particular kind of life

Ex: They lead an adventurous and nomadic life , traveling the world .
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to settle
to settle
[Verb]

to follow a more secure and stable lifestyle with a permanent job and home

Ex: He was ready to settle, finding a secure job and a house to call his own .
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Some traditions are deeply rooted in cultural or religious practices .
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manners
manners
[noun]

the behaviors and customs particular to a society

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to practice

to actively engage in the duties, activities, or tasks associated with a specific job or profession

Ex: The software engineer joined a tech company to practice coding and develop innovative software solutions .
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regulation
regulation
[Adjective]

prescribed, mandated, or governed according to an established rule or regulation

Ex: The building complies with regulation safety standards.
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meme
meme
[noun]

a unit of cultural information, such as an idea, value, or behavior pattern, transmitted from one individual to another by imitation or other non-genetic means

Ex: Memes spread rapidly through storytelling and ritual .
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rolling stone

a person who follows an unsettled way of life with no permanent job or home

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New Age
New Age
[Adjective]

based on or connected with alternative approaches to spirituality, medicine, etc. and refusing to accept the Western standard and mainstream culture

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all-American
all-American
[Adjective]

having all the positive qualities that are considered to be American, such as being healthy or working hard

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to grow into

to develop gradually and become a particular type of person or thing

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custom
custom
[noun]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

Ex: The custom of having afternoon tea is still popular in some parts of the UK .
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when in Rome, do as the Romans do

used to advise individuals to adapt to local customs and practices when in an unfamiliar situation or culture

Ex: I was surprised to learn that in Japan, it's customary to remove your shoes before entering someone's home, but as the saying goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do.
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