This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to Culture of Modern women.
afford
verb
Have enough money to pay for.
Example: However, these facilities come at a cost and often require two salaries coming into a family to be afforded.
bring up
verb
Look after a child until it is an adult.
Example: I do not believe that the increase in the number of working mothers has resulted in children being brought up less well than previously.
devote
verb
Give all or most of one's time or resources to (a person or activity).
Example: Twenty years ago it was common for women to give up work once they had children and devote their time to caring for their children.
indisputable
adjective
Unable to be challenged or denied.
Example: I do not feel that this is a direct cause of the indisputable increase in juvenile-related problems during this period.
luxury
noun
A state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.
Example: There is more money for luxuries and holidays and a more secure family life is possible.
opportunity
noun
A time or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
Example: Indeed, it could be argued that by giving mothers the opportunity to work and earn extra money children can be better provided for than previously.
previously
adverb
At a previous or earlier time; before.
Example: Indeed, it could be argued that by giving mothers the opportunity to work and earn extra money children can be better provided for than previously.
reasonable
adjective
Having sound judgement; fair and sensible.
Example: Likewise, once they get married, the majority of women continue working since the financial pressures of setting up a house and establishing a reasonable standard of living often require two incomes.
scenario
noun
A written outline of a film, novel, or stage work giving details of the plot and individual scenes.
Example: The ideal scenario would be for one of the parents (often the wife) to have a part-time job and thus be available for their children before and after school.
undergo
verb
Experience or be subjected to (something, typically something unpleasant or arduous).
Example: It is certainly true that the position of women in society has undergone a dramatic change in the past twenty years,.