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English File - Upper Intermediate - Lesson 1A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 1A in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "jobseeker", "foolproof", "rivalry", etc.

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English File - Upper Intermediate
jobseeker
jobseeker
[noun]

an unemployed person who is searching for a job

Ex: The company organized a workshop to help jobseekers improve their interview skills.Ā 
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point
point
[noun]

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

Ex: The professor made a crucial point about the importance of environmental conservation.Ā 
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good-natured
good-natured
[Adjective]

displaying kindness and patience when interacting with others

Ex: Despite the stressful situation, he remained good-natured and patient with everyone involved.Ā 
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rivalry
rivalry
[noun]

a situation that involves two or multiple people, teams, businesses, etc. competing for the same status, object, or thing

Ex: The intense rivalry between the two football teams has lasted for decades.Ā 
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light-hearted
light-hearted
[Adjective]

cheerful and free of concern or anxiety

Ex: The light-hearted banter among friends created a joyful atmosphere at the gathering.Ā 
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response
response
[noun]

a reply to something in either spoken or written form

Ex: After receiving the email, she crafted a detailed response outlining her thoughts on the proposal.Ā 
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foolproof
foolproof
[Adjective]

designed or made to be impossible to fail or make a mistake, even by someone with little skill or knowledge

Ex: The step-by-step instructions provided a foolproof method for assembling the furniture.Ā 
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geek
geek
[noun]

an individual who lacks social skills and is unusual, boring, or awkward

Ex: He was often labeled a geek in school because of his love for sci-fi and video games.Ā 
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gut (feeling|reaction)
gut feeling
[phrase]

a belief that is strong, yet without any explainable reason

Ex: I had a gut feeling that the job interview was going well, and I was right.Ā 
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work-life balance

the amount of effort and time one spends on work compared with the amount one spends on one's personal life

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