Academic English Vocabulary

Academic English vocabulary for university lectures, essays, and discussion.

  • hypothesis
    proposed explanation
    "The hypothesis was supported by the data."
  • empirical
    based on observation
    "There's empirical evidence for this claim."
  • paradigm
    model or framework
    "AI is shifting the educational paradigm."
  • discourse
    formal discussion
    "The discourse on climate is changing."

Frequently asked questions

Is academic vocabulary needed for IELTS?
Yes, especially for IELTS Writing Task 2 and Speaking Part 3.