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Boek Headway - Gevorderd - Eenheid 11

Hier vind je de woordenschat van Unit 11 in het Headway Advanced cursusboek, zoals "verlangen", "ongeremd", "onverdraagzaam", enz.

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fancy
fancy
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

elaborate or sophisticated in style, often designed to impress

uitgebreid, verfijnd

uitgebreid, verfijnd

Ex: She wore a fancy gown to the ball, adorned with intricate lace and jewels. 
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posh
posh
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

fashionably fancy, often associated with wealth and high social standing

chique, exclusief

chique, exclusief

Ex: The posh restaurant was known for its gourmet cuisine and chic ambiance. 
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to brag
to brag
[werkwoord]

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, possessions, etc. often in exaggerated manner

opscheppen, pronken

opscheppen, pronken

Ex: Unable to contain his excitement, he began to brag about the promotion he received at work. 
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to boast
to boast
[werkwoord]

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, abilities, etc. in order to draw the attention of others

opscheppen, pronken

opscheppen, pronken

Ex: During the interview, the candidate couldn't help but boast about their extensive experience and impressive track record 
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limited
limited
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

restricted in scope, extent, or degree

beperkt, beperkt

beperkt, beperkt

Ex: The hotel offers limited amenities compared to larger resorts. 
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confined
confined
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

restricted or limited in space, area, or movement

beperkt, ingesloten

beperkt, ingesloten

Ex: The dog was confined to the backyard because of the broken fence. 
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result
result
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

something that is caused by something else

resultaat, effect

resultaat, effect

Ex: The medication had the desired result of reducing the patient's symptoms. 
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consequence
consequence
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a phenomenon or event that follows from and is caused by a previous action or occurrence

gevolg, consequentie

gevolg, consequentie

Ex: Flooding was a consequence of the heavy rains. 
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yearning
yearning
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a strong feeling of longing, desire or craving for something or someone

verlangen, hunkering

verlangen, hunkering

Ex: She felt a yearning to return to her childhood home. 
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thirst
thirst
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an intense desire or craving for something

dorst, hunkering

dorst, hunkering

Ex: She had a thirst for knowledge that drove her studies. 
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advantage
advantage
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a benefit or gain resulting from something

voordeel,  voordeel

voordeel, voordeel

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benefit
benefit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

voordeel, winst

voordeel, winst

Ex: One of the main benefits of exercise is improved mental health. 
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uncontrolled
uncontrolled
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

lacking regulation, restraint, or governance, resulting in chaos, disorder, or wildness

ongecontroleerd, onbeheerst

ongecontroleerd, onbeheerst

Ex: The uncontrolled use of fireworks can pose a danger to public safety. 
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rampant
rampant
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

characterized by unchecked, aggressive, or uncontrollable behavior

ongeremd, uitgelaten

ongeremd, uitgelaten

Ex: Crime was rampant in the city after the blackout. 
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garment
garment
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

kledingstuk, gewaad

kledingstuk, gewaad

Ex: The designer created a stunning garment that was the highlight of the fashion show. 
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outfit
outfit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a set of clothes that one wears together, especially for an event or occasion

outfit, ensemble

outfit, ensemble

Ex: She carefully selected her outfit for the interview, wanting to make a good impression. 
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complicated
complicated
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

involving many different parts or elements that make something difficult to understand or deal with

ingewikkeld, complex

ingewikkeld, complex

Ex: The legal case was complicated, involving numerous laws and regulations. 
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complex
complex
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not easy to understand or analyze

complex, moeilijk te begrijpen

complex, moeilijk te begrijpen

Ex: The human brain is incredibly complex, with its functions still not fully understood. 
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baffled
baffled
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

completely confused, often due to something that is difficult to explain or understand

verbijsterd, verward

verbijsterd, verward

Ex: She was baffled by the sudden change in his behavior. 
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perplexed
perplexed
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

confused or puzzled, often because of a complex or difficult situation or problem

verward, verbijsterd

verward, verbijsterd

Ex: She looked perplexed when asked an unexpected question. 
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second-rate
second-rate
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having an inferior quality or ranking, especially when compared to others of its kind

tweederangs, van inferieure kwaliteit

tweederangs, van inferieure kwaliteit

Ex: The hotel was second-rate, with outdated furnishings and poor service. 
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mediocre
mediocre
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

substandard or below average

middelmatig, gemiddeld

middelmatig, gemiddeld

Ex: The cake was mediocre, dry and almost inedible. 
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fashion
fashion
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

mode

mode

Ex: Fashion trends can vary greatly depending on the region and culture. 
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trend
trend
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a fashion or style that is popular at a particular time

trend, mode

trend, mode

Ex: This trend has influenced how people dress at work. 
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old
old
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time

oud, antiek

oud, antiek

Ex: He fixed an old clock that had stopped ticking. 
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ancient
ancient
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having existed for an extended period of time

oud, antiek

oud, antiek

Ex: He visited an ancient castle, marveling at its medieval architecture. 
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antique
antique
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

antiek, oud

antiek, oud

Ex: With its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance, the antique furniture in the room added a touch of elegance to the decor. 
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current
current
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

happening or existing in the present time

huidig, actueel

huidig, actueel

Ex: The current economic conditions are challenging for many businesses. 
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original
original
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

existing at the start of a specific period or process

origineel, initieel

origineel, initieel

Ex: The gardens have recently been restored to their original glory. 
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up-to-date
up-to-date
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

conforming to the latest trends or fashion

modieus, up-to-date

modieus, up-to-date

Ex: The boutique carries only up-to-date fashion, with the latest trends from Paris. 
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antiquated
antiquated
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

no longer useful, accepted, or relevant to modern times

verouderd, achterhaald

verouderd, achterhaald

Ex: The antiquated machinery in the factory struggled to keep up with the demands of modern production. 
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fair
fair
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

treating everyone equally and in a right or acceptable way

eerlijk, rechtvaardig

eerlijk, rechtvaardig

Ex: All students are treated equally by her because she is a fair teacher. 
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biased
biased
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having a preference or unfair judgment toward one side or viewpoint over others

bevooroordeeld, partijdig

bevooroordeeld, partijdig

Ex: The journalist's article was criticized for being biased towards a particular political party. 
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unjust
unjust
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not fair or reasonable, lacking equality and fairness in treatment or decision-making

onrechtvaardig, onrechtvaardig

onrechtvaardig, onrechtvaardig

Ex: The court's decision to convict him without sufficient evidence was unjust. 
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impartial
impartial
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not favoring a particular party in a way that enables one to act or decide fairly

onpartijdig, neutraal

onpartijdig, neutraal

Ex: The mediator remained impartial throughout the negotiations to ensure a fair outcome. 
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bigoted
bigoted
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having strong, unreasonable, and unfair opinions or attitudes, especially about a particular race or religion, and refusing to listen to different opinions or ideas

onverdraagzaam, fanatiek

onverdraagzaam, fanatiek

Ex: His bigoted remarks about people from other cultures caused an uproar at the meeting. 
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balanced
balanced
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

evenly distributed or in a state of stability

evenwichtig, gebalanceerd

evenwichtig, gebalanceerd

Ex: She maintained a balanced diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, and proteins. 
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objective
objective
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or judgments

objectief, onpartijdig

objectief, onpartijdig

Ex: The journalist strived to provide an objective report, presenting the facts without bias. 
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perfect
perfect
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

perfect, vlekkeloos

perfect, vlekkeloos

Ex: He's the perfect candidate for the job with all his experience. 
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flawed
flawed
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having imperfections, errors, or weaknesses

gebrekkig,  onvolmaakt

gebrekkig, onvolmaakt

Ex: Despite its flawed design, the vintage car still held sentimental value for its owner. 
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faulty
faulty
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not working properly or as intended

defect, foutief

defect, foutief

Ex: The car was recalled due to faulty brakes that posed a safety risk. 
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faultless
faultless
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

containing no errors at all

foutloos, onberispelijk

foutloos, onberispelijk

Ex: Her presentation was faultless, and everyone was impressed. 
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immaculate
immaculate
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

free from errors, mistakes, or faults

vlekkeloos, foutloos

vlekkeloos, foutloos

Ex: She presented an immaculate report, with no mistakes at all. 
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impeccable
impeccable
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

without any mistakes or errors

onberispelijk

onberispelijk

Ex: His impeccable timing made him a skilled musician. 
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important
important
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having a lot of value

belangrijk, cruciaal

belangrijk, cruciaal

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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trivial
trivial
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having little or no importance

triviaal, onbelangrijk

triviaal, onbelangrijk

Ex: The meeting was delayed by trivial issues that could have been resolved quickly. 
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critical
critical
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

extremely important or necessary

kritisch, essentieel

kritisch, essentieel

Ex: During the negotiation, reaching a compromise on the key issues was critical to reaching a mutually beneficial agreement. 
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urgent
urgent
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

needing immediate action or attention

dringend, urgent

dringend, urgent

Ex: The patient's condition is urgent, and they need to see a doctor right away. 
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petty
petty
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having little significance

onbeduidend, kleinzielig

onbeduidend, kleinzielig

Ex: The argument stemmed from a petty disagreement over office supplies. 
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frivolous
frivolous
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

having a lack of depth or concern for serious matters

frivool, oppervlakkig

frivool, oppervlakkig

Ex: His frivolous attitude towards his studies often landed him in trouble with his teachers. 
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the usual stuff
the usual stuff
[Zinsdeel]

things that are typical, common, or routine

Ex: He was late again, just the usual stuff. 
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(great|good|lovely) stuff
great stuff
[Zinsdeel]

used to express approval or praise for someone's accomplishments, efforts, or ideas

Ex: You just finished your book? Great stuff! I can't wait to read it. 
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synonym
synonym
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase in the same language

synoniem, equivalent

synoniem, equivalent

Ex: "Happy"" is a synonym for "joyful." 
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to [be] made of (sterner|tougher) stuff

to have a stronger and more determined character or to be more resilient in the face of difficulty

Ex: In times of crisis, leaders must be made of sterner stuff to inspire confidence and action. 
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stuff happens

used to say that things can happen unexpectedly or unplanned, and sometimes there is nothing we can do about it

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that is the stuff

used to convey satisfaction, approval, or encouragement towards something, such as a good performance, a successful task, or a delicious food or drink

Ex: Ah, that's the stuff. Nothing like a cold beer after a long day's work. 
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to [know] {one's} stuff

to be very knowledgeable about or skillful in a particular field of work

zijn vak verstaan, weten waar hij mee bezig is

zijn vak verstaan, weten waar hij mee bezig is

Ex: You can tell the new mechanic really knows his stuff. 
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antonym
antonym
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a word or phrase that has an opposite or contrasting meaning to another word or phrase

antoniem, tegenovergestelde

antoniem, tegenovergestelde

Ex: "Day" and "night" are classic antonyms, contrasting the two times of day. 
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function
function
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the purpose or intended use of something

functie, doel

functie, doel

Ex: The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects. 
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feature
feature
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

kenmerk, functie

kenmerk, functie

Ex: The new smartphone boasts a high-resolution screen as its standout feature. 
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machine
machine
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

any piece of equipment that is mechanical, electric, etc. and performs a particular task

machine, apparaat

machine, apparaat

Ex: The factory installed new machines to increase production efficiency. 
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appliance
appliance
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a machine or piece of equipment, especially electrical equipment, such as washing machine, dishwasher, etc. that is used for a particular task

apparaat, huishoudelijk apparaat

apparaat, huishoudelijk apparaat

Ex: The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances like a dishwasher and microwave. 
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choice
choice
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

keuze, optie

keuze, optie

Ex: The menu offered a wide choice of dishes. 
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option
option
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives

optie,  keuze

optie, keuze

Ex: You have the option to choose between different colors for your new car. 
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consumer
consumer
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who buys and uses services or goods

consument, klant

consument, klant

Ex: As a consumer, she prefers products that are eco-friendly and sustainable. 
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shopper
shopper
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who goes to shops or online platforms to buy something

koper, klant

koper, klant

Ex: The shopper carefully inspected each item on the shelves before selecting the perfect gift for her friend's birthday. 
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