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English File - Advanced - Lesson 10B

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 10B in the English File Advanced coursebook, such as "voyage", "reclusive", "deplore", etc.

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English File - Advanced
foreigner
foreigner
[noun]

a person who lives in a country where they are not a citizen or permanent resident

Ex: As a foreigner, she had to adjust to local customs. 
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stranger
stranger
[noun]

someone who is not familiar with a place because it is the first time they have ever been there

Ex: Sorry, I don't know where the bank is. I'm a stranger here myself. 
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outsider
outsider
[noun]

a person who is not a member of a particular group, society, etc.

Ex: The small town was suspicious of outsiders, rarely trusting strangers. 
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emigrant
emigrant
[noun]

someone who moves from one country to another with the intention of settling there permanently

Ex: Ellis Island was the gateway for millions of European emigrants seeking a new life in the New World. 
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immigrant
immigrant
[noun]

someone who comes to live in a foreign country

Ex: The government introduced a new policy to support immigrants integrating into the community. 
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migrant
migrant
[noun]

a person who moves from one place to another, often across borders or regions, to live or work temporarily or permanently

Ex: Seasonal migrants travel to farms for harvest work every year. 
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journey
journey
[noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: Their journey across the country took them through diverse landscapes and cultures. 
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trip
trip
[noun]

a journey that you take for fun or a particular reason, generally for a short amount of time

Ex: The family planned a trip to the beach for their summer vacation. 
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voyage
voyage
[noun]

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

Ex: The space mission was a historic voyage to the International Space Station. 
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to walk
to walk
[Verb]

to move forward at a regular speed by placing our feet in front of each other one by one

Ex: After the accident, doctors were unsure if he'd ever walk again. 
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to stroll
to stroll
[Verb]

to walk leisurely or casually, typically without a specific destination or purpose, often for enjoyment or relaxation

Ex: On a pleasant evening, they decided to stroll along the beach. 
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to wander
to wander
[Verb]

to move in a relaxed or casual manner

Ex: I wandered through the narrow streets, enjoying the sights and sounds of the city. 
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reclusive
reclusive
[Adjective]

(of a place) very isolated and remote, situated far from populated areas or access to the outside world

Ex: The nobleman had built his mansion in a reclusive forest valley hidden from the main roads. 
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reserved
reserved
[Adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: Despite his reserved demeanor, he was a deeply compassionate person who preferred to listen rather than speak about his own struggles. 
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shy
shy
[Adjective]

nervous and uncomfortable around other people

Ex: Being shy hides his brilliant ideas. 
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to achieve

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

Ex: After years of hard work and dedication, she finally achieved her dream of becoming a published author. 
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to succeed

to reach or achieve what one desired or tried for

Ex: Through persistent effort and dedication, she succeeded in securing a promotion at her job. 
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to reach
to reach
[Verb]

to come to a certain level or state, or a specific point in time

Ex: Daytime temperatures can reach 40°C. 
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ground
ground
[noun]

the surface layer of earth that is solid and people walk on

Ex: After the rain, the ground became muddy and slippery. 
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floor
floor
[noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: He swept the floor to remove the dust and dirt. 
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soil
soil
[noun]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

Ex: The gardeners enriched the soil with compost to improve plant growth. 
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to deplore

to openly and strongly disapprove or condemn something

Ex: The city council deplored the rise in vandalism and called for community intervention. 
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to deny
to deny
[Verb]

to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something

Ex: The accused continued to deny any involvement in the theft, despite the evidence. 
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to decline

to gradually weaken or worsen in condition or performance

Ex: His health began to decline after he stopped following his doctor's recommendations for exercise and diet. 
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