TOEFL Vocabulary: Academic Words You’ll See on Test Day
The TOEFL tests your ability to understand and use academic English vocabulary in context.
High-Frequency Academic Words
Words like analyze, significant, methodology, hypothesis, implications, and contemporary appear frequently across all sections. Learn them in academic contexts, not just definitions.
Context Clues Strategy
The TOEFL often tests whether you can determine word meaning from context. Practice identifying clues in surrounding sentences that reveal meaning.
Building Vocabulary
Read academic journals and textbooks. Use the Academic Word List as a study guide. Create flashcards with example sentences, not just translations.
