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Word

dieter

Phoneticsdi·eter, stress on the first syllable

/ˈditɝ/

Countable noun

Definition

n. someone who is trying to lose weight by eating less or choosing specific types of food. You might be a dieter if you follow a strict plan to improve your health.

n. a person who follows a specific nutritional regimen, typically to reduce body weight or manage a health condition.

Examples

“The dieter chose a salad instead of a burger.”

“Many dieters find it helpful to track their daily calorie intake using a mobile app to stay on schedule.”

“While some dieters focus exclusively on calorie restriction, others prioritise macronutrient balance to maintain muscle mass during their weight loss journey.”

Examples

simple

“The dieter chose a salad instead of a burger.”

contextual

“Many dieters find it helpful to track their daily calorie intake using a mobile app to stay on schedule.”

complex

“While some dieters focus exclusively on calorie restriction, others prioritise macronutrient balance to maintain muscle mass during their weight loss journey.”

Word family

ADJECTIVE

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
Frequency
Occasional
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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