{"id":16479,"date":"2023-12-21T02:53:15","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T19:53:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishteststore.net\/lesson\/uncategorized\/understanding-grant-a-key-word-for-ielts-success-ietls-6-5-vocabulary\/"},"modified":"2023-12-21T02:53:15","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T19:53:15","slug":"understanding-grant-a-key-word-for-ielts-success-ietls-6-5-vocabulary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/englishteststore.net\/lesson\/english-vocabulary-lessons\/ielts-6-5-vocabulary\/understanding-grant-a-key-word-for-ielts-success-ietls-6-5-vocabulary\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding &#8220;Grant&#8221;: A Key Word for IELTS Success &#8211; IETLS 6.5 Vocabulary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-humix-humix-block\" style=\"justify-content:center\">\n<div class='open-video-oembed' style='width:640px;max-width:100%;'>\n<script>(window.openVideoPlayers = window.openVideoPlayers || []).push({target: document.currentScript, \"videoID\":\"bWDVj8zlaOu\",\"float\":true,\"isGenerated\":true})<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<script data-ezscrex='false' data-cfasync='false' async src=\"https:\/\/open.video\/video.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding &#8216;Grant&#8217;: A Key Word for IELTS Success<\/h3>\n<p>Learn the dual meaning of &#8216;grant&#8217; as both a noun and verb, its etymology, and how to use it correctly in various contexts. This video provides examples, common errors to avoid, and tips for incorporating &#8216;grant&#8217; into your IELTS speaking and writing tasks to boost your score.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Word type:<\/strong> Grant Grant can function as both a noun and a verb in English. This versatility makes it a valuable word for IELTS learners aiming for a band score of 6.5 or higher.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> As a noun, a grant typically refers to a sum of money given by a government, organization, or individual for a particular purpose.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s often associated with funding for education, research, or community projects. As a verb, to grant means to give, allow, or permit something.<\/p>\n<p>This could be giving permission, agreeing to a request, or officially transferring a right or privilege to someone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Word history:<\/strong> The word grant comes from Old French granter, meaning to consent or agree. It ultimately derives from Latin credere, which means to entrust or believe.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding this origin can help you remember that granting often involves trust or belief in a cause or person.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Antonyms:<\/strong> Some antonyms for grant include deny, refuse, reject, and withhold. These words express the opposite action of giving or allowing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Synonyms:<\/strong> As a noun, synonyms for grant include subsidy, endowment, allocation, and award. As a verb, you might use allow, permit, concede, or bestow instead of grant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples use in sentences:<\/strong> Let&#8217;s look at how to use grant in different contexts. As a noun: The university received a substantial grant to conduct research on climate change.<\/p>\n<p>As a verb: The committee will grant permission for the new building project next week. Here&#8217;s a more complex sentence combining both uses: After receiving a grant from the arts council, the theater was able to grant free admission to students.<\/p>\n<p>Common errors in use: One common mistake is confusing grant with grand. While they sound similar, grand means impressive or large, whereas grant relates to giving or allowing.<\/p>\n<p>Another error is using grant incorrectly with prepositions. We say grant something to someone, not grant something for someone.<\/p>\n<p>For example, The foundation granted a scholarship to the talented student is correct. Lastly, be careful not to overuse grant in formal writing.<\/p>\n<p>While it&#8217;s a useful word, varying your vocabulary with synonyms can improve your IELTS score. To boost your IELTS performance, practice using grant in your speaking and writing tasks.<\/p>\n<p>Try incorporating it into discussions about education funding, government policies, or personal achievements.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, mastering versatile words like grant can significantly enhance your language proficiency and help you achieve that desired band score of 6.5 or even higher.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding &#8216;Grant&#8217;: A Key Word for IELTS Success Learn the dual meaning of &#8216;grant&#8217; as both a noun and verb, its etymology, and how to use it correctly in various contexts. This video provides examples, common errors to avoid, and tips for incorporating &#8216;grant&#8217; into your IELTS speaking and writing tasks to boost your score. 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