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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bohemian [adjective]

following an unconventional style, typically being involved in arts

Ex: Their wedding had a bohemian theme , with guests sitting on floor cushions and feasting on organic , locally sourced food .

drifter [noun]

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

Ex: She met a drifter at the bus station who shared stories of his travels .

free spirit [noun]

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

Ex: Alex is known as a free spirit in the workplace .

hippie [noun]

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

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 set up temporary camps along the river .

austere [adjective]

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

Ex: Her austere routine left no room for leisure or indulgence .

enclosed [adjective]

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

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 .

living [noun]

the particular way someone lives

Ex: She embraced a rural living , surrounded by nature and tranquility .

outdoorsy [adjective]

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

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rootless [adjective]

having no home or not belonging to any particular community

private [adjective]

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

Ex: He owns a private yacht that he sails on weekends .

settled [adjective]

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

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social [adjective]

being fond of living with other people

suburban [adjective]

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

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lifestyle [noun]

a type of life that a person or group is living

Ex: Urban lifestyle often involves fast-paced living with access to numerous amenities .

existence [noun]

a particular way of living

way of life [phrase]

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

standard of living [phrase]

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

Ex: Many people seek job opportunities abroad to achieve a higher standard of living for their families .

to drop out [verb]

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

Ex: Some students may choose to drop out if they find that their chosen course is not aligned with their interests .

to follow [verb]

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

Ex: They follow the teachings of their spiritual leader .

to lead [verb]

to experience a particular kind of life

Ex: He aspires to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life .

to settle [verb]

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

Ex:

tradition [noun]

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

Ex: They celebrated the tradition of lighting candles on the first night of Hanukkah .

manners [noun]

the behaviors and customs particular to a society

to practice [verb]

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

Ex: The architect opened her own firm to practice architecture and bring her innovative designs to life .

regulation [adjective]

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

Ex:

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: The concept of fairness is a meme influencing social behavior .

rolling stone [noun]

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

New Age [adjective]

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

all-American [adjective]

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

to grow into [verb]

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

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 celebrating New Year 's Eve with fireworks is widespread .

when in Rome, do as the Romans do [sentence]

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.

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