*Instead of “VERY” in IELTS* • very funny = uproarious • very serious = solemn • very brave = valiant • very cowardly = timorous • very fast = rapid • very strong = robust • very weak = frail • very hot = scorching • very cold = frigid • very small = minuscule • very good = superb • very bad = dreadful • very happy = ecstatic • very sad = despondent • very slow = lethargic • very bright = luminous • very dark = somber • very noisy = cacophonous • very quiet = hushed