English File - Advanced - Lesson 4A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 4A in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "creepy", "gripping", "implausible", etc.

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book

[noun]

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

Ex: The librarian helped me find a book on ancient history for my research project .

film

[noun]

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

Ex: This year 's film festival showcased a diverse range of independent films from both emerging and established filmmakers around the world .

fast-moving

[Adjective]

developing, moving, or changing with high speed

Ex: The fast-moving car sped down the highway , weaving through traffic with remarkable agility .

gripping

[Adjective]

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

Ex: The gripping true-crime podcast delved into the details of the case, leaving listeners eager for each new episode.

haunting

[Adjective]

lingering in one's mind due to an unforgettable quality, particularly sadness, frightfulness, or beauty

Ex: The haunting landscape, with its mist-covered mountains and eerie silence, left a lasting impression on all who saw it.

heartwarming

[Adjective]

inspiring positive emotions such as joy, happiness, and affection in the viewer or reader

Ex: The heartwarming reunion between the soldiers and their families was beautiful to watch.

heavy going

[phrase]

a difficult and challenging situation or task that requires significant effort to overcome or complete

Ex: The intricate puzzle proved to be heavy going, with its intricate design and numerous pieces requiring intense concentration and problem-solving skills.

implausible

[Adjective]

not seeming believable or reasonable enough to be considered true

Ex: The idea of an alien invasion seemed implausible, given the lack of any evidence .

intriguing

[Adjective]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

Ex: His peculiar habits and eccentric personality made him an intriguing character to his neighbors .

moving

[Adjective]

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

Ex: The moving performance by the orchestra captured the essence of the composer's emotions perfectly.

thought-provoking

[Adjective]

causing one to seriously think about a certain subject or to consider it

Ex: The thought-provoking documentary shed light on pressing social issues and prompted viewers to reevaluate their perspectives .

English File - Advanced
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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