Instead of "very" in IELTS: - Very small = Minuscule - Very good = Superb - Very bad = Terrible - Very happy = Ecstatic - Very sad = Despondent - Very funny = Hilarious - Very serious = Solemn - Very brave = Valiant - Very cowardly = Craven - Very fast = Rapid - Very slow = Sluggish - Very bright = Dazzling - Very dark = Murky - Very noisy = Deafening - Very quiet = Serene - Very strong = Sturdy - Very weak = Frail - Very hot = Scorching - Very cold = Freezing - Very young = Juvenile