component
/kəmˈpəʊ.nənt/(noun)
AWL Sublist 3CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
A constituent element or part of a larger, more complex system, structure, or process.
Key Academic Collocations
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componentcomponentscomponental
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
elementconstituentpartingredientmodule
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Renewable energy generation forms an integral component of the national strategy to curtail greenhouse emissions."
"The process diagram depicts the assembly line where individual mechanical components are inspected before packaging."
"Critical thinking skills remain a fundamental component of modern primary and secondary curricula."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Replace repetitive words like 'part' or 'piece' with 'vital component' or 'integral element' to score higher in Lexical Resource.