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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
conscientious
[Adjective]

devoted fully to completing tasks and obligations to the highest standard

Ex: She approached her volunteer work with a conscientious commitment to helping others .
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extrovert
[noun]

(psychology) a person that is preoccupied with external things and prefers social situations

Ex: During the team-building retreat , the extrovert naturally took the lead in organizing group activities .
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idealistic
[Adjective]

believing that good things can happen or perfection can be achieved, while it is nearly impossible or impractical

Ex: The teacher 's idealistic belief in the potential of every student motivated them to provide personalized support and encouragement .
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insecure
[Adjective]

(of a person) not confident about oneself or one's skills and abilities

Ex: She was insecure about her speaking skills , avoiding public speaking opportunities whenever possible .
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introvert
[noun]

(psychology) a person who is preoccupied with their own thoughts and feelings rather than the external world

Ex: Mary , a proud introvert, loves spending quiet evenings knitting .
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naive
[Adjective]

(of a person) simple and innocent, lacking worldly experience or understanding of complexity

Ex: As a naive traveler , he was easily tricked by the local merchants .
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courageous
[Adjective]

expressing no fear when faced with danger or difficulty

Ex: The rescue dog demonstrated a courageous effort in saving lives during the disaster response mission .
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sarcastic
[Adjective]

stating the opposite of what one means to criticize, insult, mock, or make a joke

Ex: He could n't resist making a sarcastic remark about her outfit , despite knowing it would hurt her feelings .
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self-deprecating
[Adjective]

critical of oneself, often expressed humorously or to downplay one's achievements

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reserved
[Adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: She appeared reserved, but she was warm and kind once you got to know her.
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deceit
[noun]

a tendency toward dishonesty, falseness, or misleading behavior

Ex: The politician 's pattern of deceit became the focus of investigative journalism .
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vain
[Adjective]

taking great pride in one's abilities, appearance, etc.

Ex: She was so vain that she spent hours in front of the mirror , obsessing over her appearance .
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sloppy
[Adjective]

done with little attention to detail or precision

Ex: The sloppy paint job left streaks and drips on the walls .
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to aspire
[Verb]

to desire to have or become something

Ex: She aspires to become a renowned scientist and make significant discoveries .
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disposed
[Adjective]

ready toward a course of action

Ex: The board was favorably disposed to the innovative project proposal .
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veggie
[noun]

a vegetarian person

Ex: She's been a veggie for ten years.
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authoritarian
[Adjective]

(of a person or system) enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of individual freedom

Ex: Authoritarian government frequently disregard human rights and civil liberties in the name of stability .
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buff
[noun]

someone who is deeply interested in and well-informed about a particular topic

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heroism
[noun]

the qualities or actions of a hero, especially courage, noble acts, or self-sacrifice in the face of danger or adversity

Ex: They celebrated his heroism after he risked his life to help during the earthquake .
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lowbrow
[Adjective]

lacking sophistication or cultural depth

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adamant
[Adjective]

showing firmness in one's opinions and refusing to be swayed or influenced

Ex: She was adamant about her stance on environmental issues , advocating for sustainable practices .
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ethical
[Adjective]

according to moral duty and obligations

Ex: The company 's ethical stance on environmental sustainability is reflected in its policies and practices .
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gut
[noun]

(always plural) determination to face danger, difficulty, or fear

Ex: Climbing that mountain took serious guts.
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integrity
[noun]

the quality of being honest, ethical, and consistently adhering to strong moral principles

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mercy
[noun]

a deep emotional response that inspires one to act with kindness or empathy toward another's misfortune

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assertive
[Adjective]

confident in expressing one's opinions, ideas, or needs in a clear, direct, and respectful manner

Ex: Assertive leaders inspire trust and motivate their teams to achieve goals .
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to boast
[Verb]

to possess or have a particular feature or quality that is a source of pride

Ex: The car manufacturer boasts cutting-edge safety features in all its vehicle models .
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maverick
[noun]

an individual who thinks and behaves differently and independently

Ex: In a room full of followers , he stood out as the maverick.
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to err
[Verb]

to be at fault or make mistakes, especially in one's thinking, judgment, or actions

Ex: To err is human , but refusing to correct one 's errors is unwise .
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plucky
[Adjective]

possessing or displaying determination and bravery

Ex: The plucky explorer ventured into the unknown, driven by a fearless spirit.
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unscrupulous
[Adjective]

having no moral principles and willing to do anything to achieve one's goals

Ex: The unscrupulous politician accepted bribes in exchange for favors , betraying the trust of the people who voted for him .
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to spout
[Verb]

to speak or express opinions in a lengthy, fervent, or pompous manner

Ex: The motivational speaker spouts inspirational quotes to uplift the spirits of the audience .
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complacent
[Adjective]

overly satisfied or content with one's current situation or achievements, often to the point of neglecting potential risks or improvements

Ex: The team 's early lead in the game made them complacent, leading to a surprise comeback by the opposing team .
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anonymous
[Adjective]

not easily identified due to absence of unique traits

Ex: The hotel room was clean but anonymous, with generic furniture and bland decor .
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