English File - Intermediate - Lesson 1B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 1B in the English File Intermediate coursebook, such as "ambitious", "moody", "stubborn", etc.

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personality

[noun]

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: Despite her shy personality, she's a fantastic performer on stage.

affectionate

[Adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: The couple shared an affectionate embrace after being apart for weeks.

ambitious

[Adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Always the ambitious student, she dreamed of attending a top university and then establishing her own global enterprise.

anxious

[Adjective]

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

Ex: She felt anxious before her job interview, worrying about whether she would perform well.

bossy

[Adjective]

constantly telling others what they should do

Ex: She has a bossy attitude that often frustrates her coworkers, as she tends to micromanage every project.

charming

[Adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: Despite her simple attire, there was something undeniably charming about her natural beauty.

competitive

[Adjective]

referring to a situation in which teams, players, etc. are trying to defeat their rivals

Ex: The sports team plays in a highly competitive league.

honest

[Adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: The honest cashier returned the extra change that the customer had mistakenly received.

imaginative

[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: The children's imaginative play transformed the living room into a magical kingdom.

independent

[Adjective]

able to do things as one wants without needing help from others

Ex: She's an independent woman, capable of making her own decisions and taking care of herself.

insecure

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He was insecure about his performance at work, doubting whether he was capable of meeting expectations.

to mature

[Verb]

to develop mentally, physically, and emotionally

Ex: The teenage years are a crucial time when individuals mature and form their identities.

moody

[Adjective]

experiencing frequent changes in mood, often without apparent reason or explanation

Ex: She's so moody lately, swinging between happiness and sadness from one moment to the next.

patient

[Adjective]

able to remain calm, especially in challenging or difficult situations, without becoming annoyed or anxious

Ex: Despite the long wait, she remained patient while waiting for her turn.

rebellious

[Adjective]

(of a person) resistant to authority or control, often challenging established norms or rules

Ex: The rebellious teenager frequently clashed with their parents over curfews and household rules.

reliable

[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: He's reliable, always delivering on his promises and consistently producing quality work.

self-confident

[Adjective]

(of a person) having trust in one's abilities and qualities

Ex: Despite criticism, he remained self-confident in his creative vision, believing in the value of his work.

selfish

[Adjective]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

Ex: She's so selfish; she never considers how her actions affect others.

sensible

[Adjective]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

Ex: She’s a sensible friend who always offers sound advice.

sensitive

[Adjective]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

Ex: She has a sensitive nature, always attuned to the feelings of those around her.

sociable

[Adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: Jane is very sociable and enjoys engaging with large groups of people at parties and social events.

stubborn

[Adjective]

unwilling to change one's attitude or opinion despite good reasons to do so

Ex: Despite overwhelming evidence, he remained stubborn in his belief that he was always right.

spoiled

[Adjective]

(of a person) displaying a childish behavior due to being treated very well or having been given everything they desired in the past

Ex: Because she always got everything she wanted, she became a spoiled child who couldn't handle disappointment.

English File - Intermediate
Lesson 1A	Lesson 1B	Lesson 2A	Lesson 2B
Lesson 3A	Lesson 3B	Lesson 4A	Lesson 4B
Lesson 5A	Lesson 5B	Lesson 6A	Lesson 6B
Lesson 7A	Lesson 7B	Lesson 8A	Lesson 8B
Lesson 9A	Lesson 9B	Lesson 10A	Lesson 10B

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