IELTS Writing Task 2 Vocabulary: Health, Technology, AI, and Education

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering key topics, concepts, synonyms, and collocations across health and healthcare, artificial intelligence, technology, and education for IELTS Writing Task 2.

Prevention

The act of stopping health problems before they occur, essential for reducing the burden of disease.

Preventive measures

Proactive steps and policies taken by individuals or governments to protect and improve public health.

Early detection

The identification of a disease or health problem at its beginning phase, which significantly increases the chances of successful treatment.

Regular screening

Routine testing and check-ups conducted to identify health problems before they progress to a serious stage.

Sedentary lifestyle

A lifestyle characterized by little to no physical activity, which can increase the risk of obesity and other health issues.

Risk factors

Variables such as genetics, poor diet, and lack of exercise that elevate the likelihood of developing diseases.

Complications

Secondary health problems or adverse medical developments that occur when a condition is left untreated.

Life expectancy

The anticipated number of years an individual is expected to live, which can be increased by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Medical intervention

Clinical action or treatment administered to a patient to address an illness and improve health outcomes.

Disease management

The continuous monitoring, care, and control of a condition to improve a patient's overall quality of life.

Chronic diseases

Long-term, persistent health conditions whose development can often be reduced through regular exercise and a balanced diet.

Artificial intelligence (AI)

A rapidly developing branch of computer technology and machine intelligence designed to perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence.

Machine learning

A subfield of artificial intelligence that allows computer systems to learn and improve directly from data.

Deep learning

A specialized branch of machine learning that utilizes complex computational architectures to analyze data.

Neural network

A computational system inspired by the human brain that recognizes patterns and processes vast amounts of information.

Algorithm

A set of mathematical rules or step-by-step procedures used by computers to analyze large volumes of data.

Job displacement

The loss or elimination of employment in various industries caused by the rise of automation and AI.

Over-reliance on AI

Excessive dependence on automated systems that can result in a decline in human skills and independent capabilities.

Digital technology

Electronic systems, tools, and digital platforms that transform how society lives, communicates, and functions.

Digital inequality

A social divide where unequal access to modern technology and digital resources creates disparities among people.

Spread of misinformation

The transmission of false or inaccurate information to a wide audience, frequently facilitated by social media platforms.

Primary education

The fundamental early stage of formal education that provides children with basic knowledge and essential core skills.

Secondary education

Intermediate schooling that equips students with skills to prepare them for higher education or entry into the job market.

Higher education

Post-secondary college or university study that provides students with the opportunity to specialize in a specific field.

Vocational education

A specialized form of schooling that focuses on teaching practical skills for specific trades and careers.

Social mobility

The capacity of an individual to shift their socioeconomic position within society, often enhanced by educational attainment.

Critical thinking

The practice of objectively analyzing and evaluating information to form independent judgments, promoted through quality education.

Educational inequality

Disparities in the distribution of educational resources and access to quality learning that persist across different countries and communities.