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Leisure activity in Entertainment Glossary for IELTS

10 Entertainment terms

This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to the Leisure activity in Entertainment.


burglary:

noun

The act of illegally entering a building or property with the intent to commit theft, vandalism, or another crime.

Example: The police are investigating a series of burglaries that occurred in the neighborhood last night.

homicide:

noun

The deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another; murder.

Example: The detective worked tirelessly to gather evidence and solve the homicide case.

identity theft:

noun

The fraudulent acquisition and use of another person's personal information, such as credit card details or social security numbers.

Example: Victims of identity theft may experience financial loss and damage to their credit history.

robbery:

noun

The act of forcefully taking property or valuables from someone, often involving the use of violence or the threat of violence.

Example: The bank was targeted in a daring daylight robbery, and the suspects are still at large.

assault:

noun

A deliberate act causing physical harm or the threat of harm to another person.

Example: The suspect was arrested for assault after a heated argument escalated into a physical altercation.

cybercrime:

noun

Criminal activities carried out through the use of computers or the internet, including hacking, identity theft, and online fraud.

Example: Law enforcement agencies work to combat the increasing prevalence of cybercrime in the digital age.

white-collar crime:

noun

Non-violent crimes committed by individuals, businesses, or government professionals in positions of trust and authority, typically for financial gain.

Example: Embezzlement and insider trading are examples of white-collar crimes that may occur in corporate settings.

fraud:

noun

Deceptive or dishonest conduct intended to result in financial or personal gain.

Example: The company implemented stricter measures to prevent fraud in online transactions.

kidnapping:

noun

The unlawful abduction or seizure of an individual against their will, often for ransom or other criminal motives.

Example: The authorities launched a nationwide search for the missing child, suspected to be a victim of kidnapping.

domestic violence:

noun

Physical, emotional, or psychological abuse that occurs within a domestic or familial relationship.

Example: Support organizations provide assistance and resources to victims of domestic violence seeking help.

burglary:

noun

The act of illegally entering a building or property with the intent to commit theft, vandalism, or another crime.

Example: The police are investigating a series of burglaries that occurred in the neighborhood last night.

homicide:

noun

The deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another; murder.

Example: The detective worked tirelessly to gather evidence and solve the homicide case.

identity theft:

noun

The fraudulent acquisition and use of another person's personal information, such as credit card details or social security numbers.

Example: Victims of identity theft may experience financial loss and damage to their credit history.

robbery:

noun

The act of forcefully taking property or valuables from someone, often involving the use of violence or the threat of violence.

Example: The bank was targeted in a daring daylight robbery, and the suspects are still at large.

assault:

noun

A deliberate act causing physical harm or the threat of harm to another person.

Example: The suspect was arrested for assault after a heated argument escalated into a physical altercation.

cybercrime:

noun

Criminal activities carried out through the use of computers or the internet, including hacking, identity theft, and online fraud.

Example: Law enforcement agencies work to combat the increasing prevalence of cybercrime in the digital age.

white-collar crime:

noun

Non-violent crimes committed by individuals, businesses, or government professionals in positions of trust and authority, typically for financial gain.

Example: Embezzlement and insider trading are examples of white-collar crimes that may occur in corporate settings.

fraud:

noun

Deceptive or dishonest conduct intended to result in financial or personal gain.

Example: The company implemented stricter measures to prevent fraud in online transactions.

kidnapping:

noun

The unlawful abduction or seizure of an individual against their will, often for ransom or other criminal motives.

Example: The authorities launched a nationwide search for the missing child, suspected to be a victim of kidnapping.

domestic violence:

noun

Physical, emotional, or psychological abuse that occurs within a domestic or familial relationship.

Example: Support organizations provide assistance and resources to victims of domestic violence seeking help.

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