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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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English File - Intermediate

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

Ex: People have personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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affectionate
[Adjective]

expressing love and care

Ex: They affectionate glances across the room , their love for each other evident in their eyes .
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ambitious
[Adjective]

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

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

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

Ex: He anxious about traveling alone for the first time , worrying about navigating unfamiliar places .
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bossy
[Adjective]

constantly telling others what they should do

Ex: bossy can strain relationships , so it 's important to communicate suggestions without being overbearing .
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charming
[Adjective]

having an attractive and pleasing quality

Ex: charming mannerisms made her stand out at the party .
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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 .
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honest
[Adjective]

telling the truth and having no intention of cheating or stealing

Ex: Even in difficult situations , she honest and transparent , refusing to compromise her principles .
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imaginative
[Adjective]

displaying or having creativity or originality

Ex: He has imaginative mind , constantly coming up with innovative solutions to challenges .
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independent
[Adjective]

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

Ex: independent thinker challenges conventional wisdom and forges her own path in life .
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insecure
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She insecure about her speaking skills , avoiding public speaking opportunities whenever possible .
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to mature
[Verb]

to develop mentally, physically, and emotionally

Ex: The adolescent matured, gaining more confidence and independence .
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moody
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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.
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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.
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rebellious
[Adjective]

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

Ex: rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .
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reliable
[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: reliable product has a reputation for durability and performance .
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self-confident
[Adjective]

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

Ex: self-confident leader inspired trust and respect among team members with her clear direction .
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selfish
[Adjective]

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

Ex: selfish politician prioritized their own agenda over the needs of their constituents .
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sensible
[Adjective]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

Ex: sensible, she avoided risky investments .
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sensitive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The nursesensitive care helped put the patient at ease .
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sociable
[Adjective]

possessing a friendly personality and willing to spend time with people

Ex: The new employee sociable, chatting with coworkers during lunch .
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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 stubborn in his decision to quit his job .
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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.
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