IELTS Vocabulary

IELTS Vocabulary: Environment - Topic Words for Band 7+

Published August 17, 2026 · 5 views

Use these topic words in IELTS Writing Task 2 and Speaking Part 3 on environment.

WordMeaning
pollutioncontamination of air or water
sustainableable to continue without harm
deforestationclearing of forests
emissionsgases released into the air
biodiversityvariety of life
renewablenaturally replaced
conservationprotection of nature
droughtlong dry period
ecosystemcommunity of living things
carbon footprinttotal greenhouse gas produced

How to Use

  • Write one sentence for each word.
  • Use three of these words in your next practice essay.
  • Learn word families (noun, verb, adjective).