style
/staɪl/(noun)
AWL Sublist 5CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
A manner of doing something; a distinctive appearance, typically determined by principles of design or art.
Key Academic Collocations
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stylestylishstylisticstylisticallystyled
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
mannermethodmodetechniquegenre
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"The diagram illustrates the evolution of modern architectural styles, from industrial brutalism to bioclimatic green design."
"Adopting a collaborative leadership style empowers employees and enhances organizational innovation and morale."
"Sedentary lifestyles fueled by desk employment and screen recreation are directly linked to escalating rates of diabetes."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
'Sedentary lifestyle' and 'contemporary architectural style' are standard IELTS topic phrases.