This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to Space travel.
casually
adverb
In a relaxed and informal way.
Example: All may casually watch the moon landing or the occasional NASA video on YouTube.
decry
verb
Publicly denounce.
Example: Those who decry the wasted resources directed towards space programs point out the lack of readily apparent benefits.
downturn
noun
A decline in economic, business, or other activity.
Example: Sending a man to the moon and maintaining expensive telescopes and space stations do nothing for the average person struggling to pay their bills and vulnerable to sudden economic downturns.
encompass
verb
Surround and have or hold within.
Example: Overall the cultural and scientific effect is all-encompassing.
exploration
noun
The action of exploring an unfamiliar area.
"space exploration".
Example: Space exploration has been the driving force behind the continued progress of humanity.
impact
noun
A marked effect or influence.
Example: There are many who feel that research into space exploration has not made sufficient impact in the average individual’s life to justify its expense.
innovations
noun
The action or process of innovating.
Example: Countless other large and small innovations from microchips to increase fuel efficiency are also to some degree indebted to the national funding of space exploration.
mundane
adjective
Of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.
Example: Putting a man on the moon was a moment that transcends mundane utilitarian concerns.
nonetheless
adverb
In spite of that; nevertheless.
Example: Nonetheless, the effects pertain deeply to culture and science.
research
noun
Research is a way of looking for new information, new understanding, and new facts.
Example: There are many who feel that research into space exploration has not made sufficient impact in the average individual’s life to justify its expense.
space
noun
A continuous area or expanse which is free, available, or unoccupied.
Example: Those who decry the wasted resources directed towards space programs point out the lack of readily apparent benefits.
vulnerable
adjective
Exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
Example: Sending a man to the moon and maintaining expensive telescopes and space stations do nothing for the average person struggling to pay their bills and vulnerable to sudden economic downturns.
