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: People have different personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .

affectionate

[Adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: They exchanged affectionate glances across the room , their love for each other evident in their eyes .

ambitious

[Adjective]

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

Ex: His ambitious nature led him to take on challenging projects that others deemed impossible , proving his capabilities time and again .

anxious

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He was anxious about traveling alone for the first time , worrying about navigating unfamiliar places .

bossy

[Adjective]

constantly telling others what they should do

Ex: Being bossy can strain relationships , so it 's important to communicate suggestions without being overbearing .

charming

[Adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: Her charming mannerisms made her stand out at the party .

competitive

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Competitive industries often drive innovation and efficiency .

honest

[Adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: Even in difficult situations , she remained honest and transparent , refusing to compromise her principles .

imaginative

[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: He has an imaginative mind , constantly coming up with innovative solutions to challenges .

independent

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The independent thinker challenges conventional wisdom and forges her own path in life .

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 .

to mature

[Verb]

to develop mentally, physically, and emotionally

Ex: The adolescent slowly matured, gaining more confidence and independence .

moody

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The moody artist channeled their emotions into their work, creating pieces that reflected their inner turmoil.

patient

[Adjective]

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

Ex: He showed patience in learning a new language, practicing regularly until he became fluent.

rebellious

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .

reliable

[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: The reliable product has a reputation for durability and performance .

self-confident

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The self-confident leader inspired trust and respect among team members with her clear direction .

selfish

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The selfish politician prioritized their own agenda over the needs of their constituents .

sensible

[Adjective]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

Ex: Being sensible, she avoided risky investments .

sensitive

[Adjective]

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

Ex: The nurse ’s sensitive care helped put the patient at ease .

sociable

[Adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: The new employee seemed sociable, chatting with coworkers during lunch .

stubborn

[Adjective]

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

Ex: Despite multiple attempts to convince him otherwise , he remained stubborn in his decision to quit his job .

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: It's important for parents to set boundaries to prevent their children from becoming spoiled and entitled.

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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