Education and learning vocabulary (Difficult) Quiz Home › IELTS › IELTS English Vocabulary › Education and learning vocabulary (Difficult) 📝 IELTS – English Vocabulary – Education and learning vocabulary – Difficult 20 questions · 15 min timer · Explanations included · Free 1. Which word best describes a person who is highly knowledgeable in a specific academic field? Savant Novice Neophyte Dilettante None Show Hint A 'savant' is a person who is exceptionally knowledgeable or skilled in a particular area, often academic. 'Novice' and 'neophyte' refer to beginners, while 'dilettante' refers to someone who dabbles in a field without serious commitment. 2. What is the term for a person who is excessively interested in acquiring wealth? Ascetic Miser Philanthropist Spendthrift None Show Hint A 'miser' is someone excessively interested in acquiring wealth. A 'philanthropist' donates to good causes, a 'spendthrift' spends money freely, and an 'ascetic' practices self-denial. Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Click Submit to see your final score! Previous Start Quiz Next Time's up
