Βιβλίο Insight - Άνω του μεσαίου - Επίγνωση Λεξιλογίου 4

Εδώ θα βρείτε τις λέξεις από το Vocabulary Insight 4 στο εγχειρίδιο Insight Upper-Intermediate, όπως "dismally", "in vain", "addicted", κ.λπ.

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to [clear] the decks [φράση]

to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Let 's clear the decks and then we can start cooking dinner .

saved by the bell [φράση]

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: I wish I had been saved by the bell .

addicted [επίθετο]

εθισμένος

Ex: She 's addicted to toxic relationships , mistaking drama for passion .

Είναι εθισμένη σε τοξικές σχέσεις, μπερδεύοντας το δράμα με το πάθος.

addiction [ουσιαστικό]

εθισμός

Ex: She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .

Ανέπτυξε μια εθισμό στην ανάγνωση μυθιστορημάτων μυστηρίου, ολοκληρώνοντας ένα κάθε εβδομάδα.

bald [επίθετο]

φαλακρός

Ex: The older gentleman had a neat and tidy bald head , which suited him well .

Ο ηλικιωμένος κύριος είχε ένα τακτοποιημένο και καθαρό φαλακρό κεφάλι, που του πήγαινε πολύ καλά.

baldness [ουσιαστικό]

φαλάκρα

Ex: He noticed the first signs of baldness in his late twenties .

Παρατήρησε τα πρώτα σημάδια φαλάκρας στα τέλη της δεκαετίας των είκοσι.

deaf [επίθετο]

κουφός

Ex: He learned to lip-read to better understand conversations as he grew increasingly deaf .

Έμαθε να διαβάζει τα χείλη για να καταλαβαίνει καλύτερα τις συζητήσεις καθώς γινόταν όλο και πιο κουφός.

deafness [ουσιαστικό]

κώφωση

Ex: Early detection of deafness is essential for better outcomes .

Η πρόωρη ανίχνευση της κώφωσης είναι απαραίτητη για καλύτερα αποτελέσματα.

disabled [επίθετο]

ανάπηρος

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .

Ο ανάπηρος εργαζόμενος διακρίνεται στη δουλειά του παρά τις προκλήσεις που σχετίζονται με την κατάστασή του.

disability [ουσιαστικό]

αναπηρία

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .

Η αναπηρία δεν πρέπει να εμποδίζει κάποιον να επιτύχει τους στόχους του.

imperfect [επίθετο]

ατελής

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect , with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .

Ο πίνακας ήταν συναρπαστικός αλλά ατελής, με πινελιές που ήταν ελαφρώς άνισες.

imperfection [ουσιαστικό]

ατέλεια

obese [επίθετο]

παχύσαρκος

Ex: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life .

Τα παχύσαρκα παιδιά έχουν μεγαλύτερο κίνδυνο να αναπτύξουν χρόνιες ασθένειες αργότερα στη ζωή.

obesity [ουσιαστικό]

παχυσαρκία

Ex: The prevalence of obesity is associated with various factors , including sedentary lifestyles , poor dietary habits , and genetic predisposition .

more than meets the eye [φράση]

used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: At first glance , the painting seemed ordinary , but upon closer inspection , there was more than meets the eye , with hidden symbols and layers of meaning .

{one's} heart [is] {not} in {sth} [πρόταση]

used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

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to [dig] {one's} heels in [φράση]

to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex:

to [come] to {one's} senses [φράση]

to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She finally came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city .

dismally [επίρρημα]

μελαγχολικά

Ex: The project ended dismally , leaving everyone feeling defeated .

Το έργο τελείωσε θλιβερά, αφήνοντας όλους να νιώθουν ηττημένοι.

flowing [επίθετο]

ρευστός

Ex:

Το ρευστό κύτος του γιοτ βελτιώνει την ταχύτητα στο νερό.

head and shoulders above {sb/sth} [φράση]

used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The new restaurant in town is head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to culinary innovation and unique flavors .

to [feel] {sth} in {one's} bones [φράση]

to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

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(at|in) the back of {one's} mind [φράση]

in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

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two heads are better than one [πρόταση]

used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table , recognizing that two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .

in vain [επίρρημα]

μάταια

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain , and the patient could not be revived .

Ο γιατρός εργάστηκε ακούραστα για να σώσει τον ασθενή, αλλά δυστυχώς, όλες οι προσπάθειες αποδείχθηκαν μάταιες, και ο ασθενής δεν μπορούσε να αναστηθεί.

body and soul [φράση]

with all that one has

Ex: She pursued her passion for music with unwavering dedication , giving it her all , body and soul .

to [keep] {sth} in mind [φράση]

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

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weight off {one's} shoulders [φράση]

a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: Talking over my problem with my close friend was a weight off my shoulders .

faint heart never won fair (lady|maiden) [πρόταση]

used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury. Her coach reminded her that faint heart never won fair lady, and encouraged her to push her limits.

to [pull] the wool over {one's} eyes [φράση]

to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex:

feather in {one's} cap [φράση]

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex:

to [let] the cat out of the bag [φράση]

to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex:

lifeless [επίθετο]

άψυχος

Ex: After the accident , the paramedics found the driver slumped over the steering wheel , his body appearing lifeless .

Μετά το ατύχημα, οι παράμετροι βρήκαν τον οδηγό κουρνιασμένο πάνω στο τιμόνι, το σώμα του φαινόταν άψυχο.

pearly [επίθετο]

μαργαριταρένιος

shrivelled [επίθετο]

μαραμένος

watery [επίθετο]

νεροκίτρινος

Ex: The smoothie was watery and bland , lacking the creaminess and sweetness of properly blended fruit .

Το σμούθι ήταν νερούν και άνοστο, χωρίς την κρεμώδη γλυκιά γεύση των σωστά αναμειγμένων φρούτων.

to head out [ρήμα]

ξεκινώ

Ex: They often head out for a walk in the park after dinner .

Συχνά ξεκινούν για έναν περίπατο στο πάρκο μετά το δείπνο.

to [get] the (sack|boot|axe) [φράση]

to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: He 's not doing his work properly , so he might get the boot soon .

to [take] {sth} on the chin [φράση]

to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: After losing the championship match , the team took it on the chin but remained determined to come back stronger next season .

[show|teach] {sb} the ropes [φράση]

to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking .

to [keep|play|hold] {one's} cards close to {one's} (chest|vest) [φράση]

to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The entrepreneur held her cards close to her vest when discussing her new invention , protecting her intellectual property until she secured proper patents .

to [put|lay] {one's} cards on the table [φράση]

to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: The employee decided to put her cards on the table and openly address the issues that were affecting her productivity in the workplace .

hard to (swallow|take) [φράση]

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: I found her story rather hard to swallow .

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