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Il libro Insight - Intermedio Superiore - Unità 5 - 5D

Qui troverai il vocabolario dell'Unità 5 - 5D nel libro di corso Insight Upper-Intermediate, come "trascendere", "spietato", "apice", ecc.

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Insight - Upper-intermediate
preface
preface
[sostantivo]

an introductory piece written by the author of a book explaining its subject, scope, or aims

prefazione

prefazione

Ex: The author’s preface outlines the purpose of the book. 
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quirky
quirky
[aggettivo]

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

eccentrico, originale

eccentrico, originale

Ex: The quirky café in the neighborhood was known for its mismatched furniture and whimsical décor. 
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to transcend

to go or be beyond the material or physical aspects of existence, indicating a superior existence or understanding

trascendere, superare

trascendere, superare

Ex: The philosopher believed that true wisdom transcends the material world. 
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ruthless
ruthless
[aggettivo]

showing no mercy or compassion towards others in pursuit of one's goals

spietato, senza pietà

spietato, senza pietà

Ex: She climbed the corporate ladder by using ruthless tactics to eliminate her competitors. 
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challenging
challenging
[aggettivo]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

impegnativo

impegnativo

Ex: Solving the puzzle proved to be challenging, requiring creative thinking and problem-solving skills. 
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satisfying
satisfying
[aggettivo]

fulfilling a want or a requirement, and bringing a feeling of accomplishment or enjoyment

soddisfare

soddisfare

Ex: Completing the puzzle was satisfying, giving her a sense of achievement. 
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revenge
revenge
[sostantivo]

the act of seeking punishment against someone who has wronged or hurt one in some way

vendetta, rivincita

vendetta, rivincita

Ex: He sought revenge for the betrayal. 
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pinnacle
pinnacle
[sostantivo]

a part of something that is considered the most prominent or successful

cima

cima

Ex: Winning the Nobel Prize was the pinnacle of her career. 
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structure
structure
[sostantivo]

anything that is built from several parts, such as a house, bridge, etc.

struttura

struttura

Ex: The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an iconic structure made of iron lattice. 
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cover
cover
[sostantivo]

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

copertina, prima di copertina

copertina, prima di copertina

Ex: The cover of the novel featured a beautiful illustration that caught everyone's eye. 
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bibliography
bibliography
[sostantivo]

a list of books and articles used by an author to support or reference their written work

bibliografia, elenco di riferimenti

bibliografia, elenco di riferimenti

Ex: The research paper included a detailed bibliography at the end. 
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content
content
[sostantivo]

(usually plural) the things that are held, included, or contained within something

contento

contento

Ex: She emptied the contents of her bag onto the table. 
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page
page
[sostantivo]

one side or both sides of a sheet of paper in a newspaper, magazine, book, etc.

pagina

pagina

Ex: I turned the page to continue reading the story in the book. 
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glossary
glossary
[sostantivo]

a list of technical terms or jargons of a particular field or text, provided in alphabetical order with an explanation for each one

glossario

glossario

Ex: The textbook includes a glossary at the end, providing definitions for key terms and concepts. 
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dust jacket
dust jacket
[sostantivo]

a removable paper or plastic cover that is wrapped around the outside of a hardcover book

sovraccoperta, copertina rimovibile

sovraccoperta, copertina rimovibile

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hardback
hardback
[sostantivo]

a book with a cover made from hard material such as cardboard, leather, etc.

cartonato

cartonato

Ex: She bought the new novel in hardback because it lasts longer than paperbacks. 
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index
index
[sostantivo]

an alphabetical listing of topics, names, or terms with references to their locations, typically in a book or document

indice

indice

Ex: The book includes an index for quick reference. 
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to imprint
to imprint
[Verbo]

to make a lasting mark on a surface or material through pressure or contact

imprimere, marcare

imprimere, marcare

Ex: The author's signature was imprinted on the title page of each limited edition book. 
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paperback
paperback
[sostantivo]

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

libro in edizione economica

libro in edizione economica

Ex: She preferred the paperback because it was lightweight and easy to carry during her travels. 
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spine
spine
[sostantivo]

the outer edge or binding of a book that encloses the inner pages and faces outward when shelved

vertebrale

vertebrale

Ex: The book's spine was cracked from frequent use. 
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title page
title page
[sostantivo]

the page at the front of a book that the names of the book, its author, and publisher are printed on it

frontespizio

frontespizio

Ex: The title page of the report featured the project's title in bold letters centered at the top. 
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protagonist
protagonist
[sostantivo]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

protagonista

protagonista

Ex: The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. 
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chilling
chilling
[aggettivo]

causing an intense feeling of fear or unease

agghiacciante

agghiacciante

Ex: The chilling whispers in the abandoned house made her hair stand on end. 
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to abuse
to abuse
[Verbo]

to cruelly or violently treat a person or an animal, especially regularly or repeatedly

trattare male

trattare male

Ex: Domestic violence is a serious issue where one partner may abuse the other, causing both physical and emotional harm. 
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