English File - Upper Intermediate - Lesson 1B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 1B in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "easygoing", "narrow-minded", "big-headed", etc.

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absent-minded

[Adjective]

failing to remember or be attentive to one's surroundings or tasks due to being preoccupied with other thoughts

Ex: The absent-minded professor often forgot where he left his keys but was brilliant in his field.

bad-tempered

[Adjective]

easily annoyed and quick to anger

Ex: He was known for his bad-tempered demeanor, often snapping at those around him.

big-headed

[Adjective]

having or displaying the belief that one is superior in intellect, importance, skills, etc.

Ex: After winning the competition, he became a bit big-headed, constantly boasting about his success.

easygoing

[Adjective]

calm and not easily worried or upset

Ex: Her easygoing nature made her a favorite among her colleagues, as she handled stress with grace.

good-tempered

[Adjective]

friendly and not angered, irritated, or upset easily

Ex: He’s always good-tempered, even when things don’t go as planned.

laid-back

[Adjective]

(of a person) calm and not easily stressed or bothered

Ex: He's so laid-back that even the tightest deadlines don't seem to rattle him.

narrow-minded

[Adjective]

not open to new ideas, opinions, etc.

Ex: His narrow-minded views on politics made it difficult to have meaningful discussions with him.

open-minded

[Adjective]

ready to accept or listen to different views and opinions

Ex: The open-minded teacher encouraged her students to explore different viewpoints and challenge their own beliefs.

self-centered

[Adjective]

(of a person) not caring about the needs and feelings of no one but one's own

Ex: She's so self-centered; she only talks about herself and never asks how others are doing.

strong-willed

[Adjective]

very determined in one's beliefs or decisions, often showing firmness of character and persistence in achieving what one wants

Ex: Despite facing numerous challenges, she remained strong-willed and determined to succeed in her career.

tight-fisted

[Adjective]

spending or giving money reluctantly

Ex: He’s so tight-fisted that he won’t even tip the waiter.

two-faced

[Adjective]

a dishonest and deceitful individual whose behavior and words are contradictory to what they think or believe

Ex: He was known to be two-faced, often speaking kindly to someone’s face while criticizing them behind their back.

well-balanced

[Adjective]

arranged or organized in an even and balanced way

Ex: A well-balanced diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups to ensure proper nutrition.

well-behaved

[Adjective]

behaving in an appropriate and polite manner, particularly of children

Ex: The well-behaved children sat quietly during the storytime session at the library.

English File - Upper 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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